Mango Loquat Salsa During my most recent trip to our local farmer's market, a gorgeous fruit caught my eye--the loquat! The overflowing basket was destined to be mine because 1) it was organic and 2) these beauties were ripe for the eating. It didn't matter that I had absolutely no clue what I … [Read more...] about Mango Loquat Salsa
Kristin’s Health Blog
(Alopecia) Eating for Hair Growth + What is Ancestral Eating?
Have you ever wondered what foods can help to increase hair volume and growth? Are you dealing specifically with alopecia? After being diagnosed with androgenetic alopecia nearly 7 years ago, I have found specific foods and practices that contribute to a balanced scalp and healthy hair. To be clear, … [Read more...] about (Alopecia) Eating for Hair Growth + What is Ancestral Eating?
Banish Dandruff for Good
The Background Story: Dandruff This DIY Dandruff recipe has a story...and it originates from a Reiki therapy session in California...When I first started having health issues five years ago, my scalp suffered first and foremost: itchiness, major dandruff flakes and hair shed. I was desperate. I … [Read more...] about Banish Dandruff for Good
3 Recipes for Adrenal Support
Nature is so smart, it put the medicine inside the food.3 Recipes for Adrenal Support Proper nutrition is imperative to supporting adrenal function. It is important to note, deficiencies in vitamins and minerals actually increase your susceptibility to adrenal imbalance. A poor diet is one of … [Read more...] about 3 Recipes for Adrenal Support
Omega 3 Rich Foods = Beautiful Skin + Improved Mood
What Are Omega-3's? Omega-3's are called "essential fatty acids" because the body isn't capable of producing them on its own. We must rely on omega-3 foods in our diet to supply these beneficial compounds. There are three types of omega-3's: ALA (alpha-linolenic acid), DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) … [Read more...] about Omega 3 Rich Foods = Beautiful Skin + Improved Mood
Heme Iron vs. Non-Heme Iron
Iron is critical to human life. - Michael Murray, N.D. Heme Iron vs. Non-Heme Iron Did you know there are actually two forms of iron and that your body absorbs these two forms of iron differently? If you are prone to or have an iron deficiency, it is important to understand that not all iron is … [Read more...] about Heme Iron vs. Non-Heme Iron