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Insulin Resistance: In the Brain and Beyond
Insulin resistance is one of the most pervasive metabolic issues of our time, yet many people don’t fully understand what it is or how it affects their health. Over the years, clients have asked me about insulin resistance and how to mitigate its effects. The...
How Leaky Gut Fuels Skin Inflammation
I have always viewed the skin as the largest metabolic organ of the body. Just as our organs age, the metabolic health of these organs changes. In general, skin is the largest representation of our internal health, and for those who don’t know this, the skin is the...
The Connection Between Thyroid and Depression
As I spent the morning chatting with my yoga teacher, I began to reflect on how yoga has shaped my life. I started practicing around 2012, and by 2014, I had earned my yoga teaching certificate. From the very first class, I was hooked. I always knew that yoga was...
The Microbiome and Mental Health: What Can You Learn?
In recent years, research has revealed a profound connection between gut health and mental well-being. The trillions of microbes residing in our digestive tract—collectively known as the gut microbiome—play an essential role in regulating mood, cognition, and overall...
Unlocking Estrogen’s Potential
As women and men, our hormones intricately shape our lives, influencing energy, metabolism, brain health, confidence, and friendships. One of the most fascinating of these is estrogen, a hormone deeply tied to our functioning optimally. Enhancing estrogen levels...
Neurotransmitters and Nutrition: The Low-Carb Diet Connection
Low-carb diets, such as the ketogenic diet, have gained significant popularity for their ability to promote weight loss, enhance metabolic health, and even support neurological conditions. But beyond their metabolic benefits, these diets also influence brain...
Unlocking the Secrets of Detoxification: Understanding CYP450 Enzymes and Genetic Variability
During my recent three-week stay in Delhi, I was struck by the sheer intensity of the air pollution. With air quality index levels hovering around 400, stepping outside felt like entering a cloud of invisible toxins. Every time I ventured out, my N95 mask became my...
Meditation, Stress, and a Low-Carb Lifestyle: Staying Centered During the Holidays
The holidays are a time of indulgence and celebration, but they can also be a perfect storm for stress, poor dietary choices, and mental exhaustion. Between planning festive meals, managing family dynamics, and ticking off endless to-do lists, it’s easy to lose sight...
The Science of Gluten and Its Impact on the Body and Brain
Thanksgiving is a time for indulgence, but it’s also an opportunity to rethink our approach to food, especially with the knowledge of how gluten can affect our bodies. From stuffing and rolls to pies and gravies, gluten finds its way into almost every dish. This...
Understanding Small Intestine Through a Marker of Leaky Gut
The small intestine is a highly specialized organ, integral to digestion, nutrient absorption, and immune defense. Yet, its importance often goes unnoticed—until something goes wrong. Elevated levels of zonulin, a biomarker of intestinal permeability, indicates damage...
Melatonin: The Antioxidant Beyond Sleep
I thought this week was timely to write a blog on melatonin, given that we have all had a change in our Circadian Rhythms. The idea of sleep would be incomplete without melatonin. It is after all my all-time favourite antioxidant. When we think of melatonin, the first...
The Power of Magnesium in Growth Hormone Synthesis and Beyond
The Power of Magnesium in Growth Hormone Synthesis In the journey of maintaining energy, tissue repair and metabolic health as we age, growth hormone plays an essential role. Known for its effects on cellular regeneration, growth hormone is crucial for muscle...