The Estrogen-Histamine Connection
The Histamine ↔️ Estrogen Connection.
Histamine is an inflammatory chemical released by mast cells in response to an injury or allergy.
Estrogen is that lovely lady hormone (men have it too) which increases just before ovulation.
Acne, aka Diabetes of the Skin!
Did you know scientist have been referring to acne as diabetes of the skin since the 1950s?
What are Psychobiotics and the best ones for Anxiety?
Psychobiotics are probiotics & prebiotics that can improve your mental health by changing the mixture of bacteria in your gut. Research shows that people who have digestive disorders are more likely to have anxiety, & those with anxiety have higher rates of gastrointestinal disease.
The Estrobolome: The Connection Between Your Hormones & Gut Health
When you think about the right foods to eat for your body, do you think about how it impacts your hormones? Specifically estrogen?
Got Estrogen Dominance? Try This!
Before you reach for hormone replacement therapy, go on birth control pills or even surgery, go for the lowest hanging fruit first, your diet!
Gut/Thyroid/Immune Connection
Have you heard of the Gut Thyroid Connection?
Did you know eating a poor diet can lead to hypothyroidism which can lead to Hashimoto's disease?
What is a Herxheimer Reaction? How to Prevent Them?
Have you ever experienced a healing crisis? It feels like the worst hangover of your life! Why does this happen? What can you do for it? Read on to learn how to prevent these from happening.
The Dangers of Ascorbic Acid
Ascorbic acid is the synthetic form of vitamin C (made in a lab) typically derived from GMO corn - less than ideal.
Sneaky Causes of Fatigue
Feeling Fatigued? Check out these little known things that affect our fatigue and what to do instead!
MCAS Can Cause Anxiety, Depression & OCD
Mast cells have neurotransmitters they release and they communicate with the nerves. This can cause inflammation in the nerves resulting in Depression, Anxiety and OCD.. Mast cell nerve associations have been found in myocardium, diaphragm, brain, gallbladder, ilieum, mesentry and skin.
Taking Fish Oil? Then You Also Need Vitamin E
Did you know consuming fish oil depletes your levels of vitamin E? In only one month in clinical trials, all women within the study showed significantly decreased vitamin E levels in addition to significantly high lipid peroxidation levels.
Are you a Cortisol Addict?
Cortisol is also known to be catabolic to the body meaning it facilitates breakdown of tissues in order to metabolize energy when someone is experiencing "fight or flight", that sympathetic part of the nervous system.
What Causes Migraines?
Migraines are the third most prevalent illness in the world, and now nearly one in four U.S. households includes someone who has at least occasional migraines. You don’t have to suffer with them you just need to find out what is causing them!
Naturally Boost Your DAO Enzyme Levels
If you're not someone suffering with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) or histamine intolerance, you have probably never heard of this enzyme before! Well it's super important for breaking down histamine and those suffering from these conditions typically need to supplement as their bodies are overburdened & unable to process it without a little help.
Sympathetic Vs. Parasympathetic State
Have you heard of these two parts in your Autonomic Nervous System? Do you know how important it is to understand the importance of both in regards to your health?
All About Your Vagus Nerve
The vagus nerve is 10th cranial nerve, one of your most important nerves in the body. It is also the longest nerve in your autonomic nervous system that extends from your brain stem through your neck into your chest and abdomen.
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome
Do you think you’ve might be struggling with MCAS? Do you feel lost and not sure where to begin? Read on to learn more about MCAS and what you can do to get rid of it.
8 Ways to Improve Your Energy
Are you the type of person that cannot function without having your daily cup of coffee or reach for the sugary snack when you start to feel tired around 2:00pm? There is a better way to fuel your body, that won’t leave you crashing and craving more sugar later in the end. Read on to learn about how to naturally improve your energy levels.
Natural Viral Protection
There are so many ways you can boost your immune system to keep it strong and to help prevent viral infections. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Click to learn about 10 different strategies you can use to prevent viral infections.