by Jessamine Sothard | Aug 18, 2025 | Blog, Gut Health, Lifestyle
Want to lose weight but have trouble despite regularly exercising and eating healthy foods? Starving yourself to lose weight isn’t good for your body, and a super hard-core exercise program may not be the answer, either. Although it often works in the short...
by Jessamine Sothard | Aug 4, 2025 | Blog, Gut Health
Did you shudder a bit when you read the word “parasites” in the title? It’s not a pleasant topic! However, intestinal parasites are more common than many people realize. Parasites are living organisms that live off their human hosts. There are a number of possible...
by Libby | Apr 28, 2025 | Blog, Functional Medicine, Gut Health, Nutrition
Many people experience persistent bloating, fatigue, brain fog, and food sensitivities without realizing these symptoms could stem from an underlying gut issue. They may try different diets, medications, or lifestyle changes, but continue to feel unwell. Often, they...
by Jessamine Sothard | Mar 31, 2025 | Blog, Gut Health
A Naturopathic maxim says: “Death begins in the colon.” I can not overstate the importance of good gut health. Like a mirror, much of what is happening inside our gut reflects what is happening outside. The practical application of that maxim (as taught in my...
by Jessamine Sothard | Mar 24, 2025 | Blog, Gut Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition
Not too long ago, I read a book called Metabolical by Dr. Robert Lustig. He is a now-retired pediatric endocrinologist who trained in nutritional biochemistry at MIT and then attended medical school at Cornell. What’s he up to now? He challenges the current health...
by Libby | Mar 17, 2025 | Blog, Detox, Functional Medicine, Gut Health, Lifestyle
Detoxification has become a buzzword in the wellness and health communities. From juice cleanses to high-end detox programs, numerous products and strategies are marketed to help the body “flush out toxins.” While the idea of detoxing sounds appealing, the...
