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...
by Libby | Mar 3, 2025 | Blog, Functional Medicine, Gut Health, Nutrition
Antibiotics are among the most transformative medical advancements in history. They have saved countless lives by fighting bacterial infections that once were fatal. However, their overuse has come at a cost. Antibiotics not only kill harmful bacteria but also disrupt...
by Jessamine Sothard | Nov 25, 2024 | Blog
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) can be an overwhelming condition, marked by flare-ups that disrupt daily life. Whether you’re dealing with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, these flare-ups can lead to symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, fatigue, and...
