Mindful Nutrition Archives

27 May Yes, You Should Be Eating Carbs—Here’s Why

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Carbohydrates have gotten a bad rap for many years. From trendy low-carb diets to wellness influencers warning about bread like it’s poison, carbs have developed a reputation as the "bad guys" of nutrition. But here’s the truth: carbs are not the enemy. In fact, they’re...

20 May Don’t Be in the Dark! This is the Sunshine Hormone You Might Be Missing

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From infancy to older age, vitamin D plays an important role in nearly every stage of life and yet, many of us are still running low. Vitamin D isn’t just a “bone vitamin.” It acts more like a hormone in your body, influencing everything from your...

14 May Food, Mood and Mental Health: Why Your Plate Matters

Posted at 14:31h in Brain Health, Gut Health, Healthy Aging, Mindful Nutrition, Recipes by Angel Shannon 0 Comments

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When most of my patients think about improving their mental health (or when they come to me seeking help with their symptoms) they imagine therapy, medication, or maybe meditation and all of those can be helpful. I always say that sometimes a little bit of...

13 May Gut Check: Why Regularity Is the Missing Link in Your Wellness Routine

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Okay, I know - digestive health isn't the most glamorous topic, but it's a cornerstone of overall well-being. The frequency and ease of our bowel movements offer valuable insights into our internal health. Constipation is defined as fewer than three bowel movements per week or...

06 May Nourish, Don’t Deprive: A Practical Guide to Sugar Cravings

Posted at 23:00h in Health, lifestyle medicine, Mindful Nutrition, Natural Living, Plant Medicine by Angel Shannon 0 Comments

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Ever feel like your sweet tooth has a mind of its own? You're not alone. That pull towards sugary treats is deeply ingrained, a survival mechanism from way back when. But fast forward to today, and we're surrounded by hyper-engineered foods that amplify those urges,...

06 May Ditch Boring Water: 30 Fruit-Infused Recipes to Boost Energy and Brainpower Naturally

Posted at 12:28h in Brain Health, Healthy Aging, Mindful Nutrition, Recipes by Angel Shannon 0 Comments

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Boost Your Energy and Build a Better Brain One Sip at a Time! Are you one of those people who just can’t stand plain water? You’re not alone and you don’t have to force it anymore. If you're like most of my patients who feel like staying...

22 Apr Feeling Off Lately? Let’s Talk About Histamine

Posted at 23:00h in Gut Health, Health, lifestyle medicine, Mindful Nutrition, Natural Living, Plant Medicine by Angel Shannon 0 Comments

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Ever feel like your body’s throwing a tantrum for no good reason? One day, it’s a migraine out of nowhere, the next your skin’s flaring up, or your stomach’s in full rebellion after a meal that’s never caused issues before. You guess that it’s stress,...

15 Apr The Key to Healthy Aging? It Might Be What You Eat Today

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What if your dinner tonight could influence your health decades from now? A groundbreaking new study suggests that the food choices we make in midlife—our 40s, 50s, and 60s—could determine whether we reach our 70s free of chronic diseases. Researchers from the Harvard T.H. Chan School...

31 Mar Revitalizing Adrenal Health: The Power of Adrenal Cocktails

Posted at 10:24h in Brain Health, Gut Health, Health, lifestyle medicine, Mindful Nutrition, Natural Living by Angel Shannon 0 Comments

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Recently, I was asked about adrenal cocktails—a mix of orange juice, cream of tartar, and other nourishing ingredients—which have been gaining traction for their potential role in supporting adrenal function. The adrenal glands—two small but mighty organs located above the kidneys—are essential for regulating critical...

26 Mar Healing Gut Dysbiosis Through Nutrition: Restoring Balance From Within

Posted at 11:08h in Brain Health, Gut Health, Health, lifestyle medicine, Mindful Nutrition, Natural Living by Angel Shannon 0 Comments

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Have you ever heard the gut referred to as the body’s “second brain”? Your gut microbiome has a powerful influence on various aspects of health. The trillions of microorganisms living in your digestive system play essential roles in digestion, immunity, mental health, skin health, and...