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The Incredible Health Benefits of Mushrooms
November 19, 2020
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With over 50,000 species of mushrooms out there, including molds and yeasts, scientific evidence is emerging to show just how crucial a role they play in the health and wellbeing of the human body. While some are hallucinogenic or poisonous, making people apprehensive about consuming mushrooms, it’s important to realize that edible mushrooms have co-evolved […]
Gluten-Free (GF) Keto Low-Iron Recipes Sauces Snacks
Bacon Cheese Dip (GF, Keto, Low Iron)
November 16, 2020
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Is there a better combination than cheese and bacon? Yeah, I don’t know that there is! This bacon cheese dip recipe combines the two into a fabulous savory dip that I think you’ll love. This dip is as easy as frying bacon and melting cheese. Really, that’s basically all there is to this one. So […]
Articles Chronic Illness
Hemochromatosis: What You Need to Know
November 12, 2020
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Often referred to as a disorder that leads to, “too much of a good thing,” hemochromatosis is a condition that causes affected individuals to absorb too much iron from their food. This increased absorption and storage can lead to a whole host of problems. Let’s take a moment to highlight what this disorder is all […]
Gluten-Free (GF) Keto Low-Iron Mains Recipes
Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza Chicken (GF, Keto, Low Iron)
November 9, 2020
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Sometimes, you just need a slice of pizza. But for those of us with food sensitivities, autoimmunity, or chronic illness the gluten and grains that come with traditional pizza are just not worth it. This Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza Chicken recipe is a nutritious way to satisfy that pizza craving at home.
Gluten-Free (GF) Recipes
50+ Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Recipes
November 5, 2020
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Here are over 50 gluten-free Thanksgiving recipes for you to get a jump on your Thanksgiving planning. Everything from appetizers to desserts and all gluten-free. Many of these are also dairy-free and keto-friendly. If you’re looking for dairy-free keto Thanksgiving recipes, you can find a list of them here. Thanksgiving doesn’t have to be a […]
Gluten-Free (GF) Keto Low-Iron Recipes Snacks
Pickle Wheels (Keto, GF, Low Iron)
November 2, 2020
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These pickle wheels are so good. They’re just ham, cream cheese, and pickle roll-ups, but they pack so much flavor into a single bite. This was a traditional appetizer during the holidays at my house growing up. Every Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner included deviled eggs and pickle wheels. We just called them ham roll-ups, but […]
Articles Chronic Illness Ketogenic Lifestyle
The Glucose Ketone Index (GKI) Explained
October 29, 2020
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Whether you’ve been scouring the keto subreddits, watching your favorite YouTube keto pros, or reading the countless keto forums, it’s likely that you’ve come across the term GKI, which stands for the Glucose Ketone Index. This may have left you wondering, “What exactly is the GKI?” I’ll take a moment here to tell you what […]
Gluten-Free (GF) Keto Recipes Snacks Vegetarian
Low-Carb Spider Web Taco Dip (Keto, GF, Vegetarian)
October 26, 2020
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This spider web taco dip is made of whole food ingredients including my homemade guacamole and is naturally low in carbohydrates. This side dish is a delicious and festive addition to your Halloween spread! I love this time of year, Halloween is my favorite holiday. I love to create Halloween inspired dishes to share with […]
Articles Chronic Illness Gut Dysfunction
What is SIBO? Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth Explained
October 22, 2020
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SIBO or Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth is one of many issues that may arise from long-term digestive dysfunction and it can really wreak havoc on your health. Bacteria in the intestines are an essential part of healthy digestion–they process fiber, help regulate the immune system, and even help with brain health. But as with many […]
Dairy-Free (DF) Desserts Gluten-Free (GF) Keto Low-Iron Recipes Vegetarian
Vanilla Frosted Buttercream Cupcakes (GFDF, Keto, Low-Iron)
October 19, 2020
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These vanilla frosted buttercream cupcakes are gluten-free, dairy-free, and keto-friendly. Have your whimsy and eat it too! These are so good! They legit, taste just like a normal cupcake. They’re actually kind of dangerous. Don’t get carried away with these. They’re super high in fiber and if you go overboard, well, disaster pants may become […]
Articles Intentional Living
Better Than Before [Book Review]
October 15, 2020
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Better Than Before: What I Learned About Making and Breaking Habits–to Sleep More, Quit Sugar, Procrastinate Less, and Generally Build a Happier Life by Gretchen Rubin (AFFILIATE LINK) was assigned reading for my Nutritional Therapy Practitioner program through the Nutritional Therapy Association. I’m familiar with Gretchen Rubin and her Four Tendencies, but I hadn’t read […]
Desserts Gluten-Free (GF) Keto Low-Iron Recipes Vegetarian
Banana Cream Pie (Keto, GF, Low-Iron, Vegetarian)
October 12, 2020
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Blake for something sweet for the weekend that didn’t involve pumpkin. I guess I wore him out already this pumpkin season. He’s a banana lover so I tried out a classic banana cream pie recipe tweaked to cut out the sugar and grains. The recipe is gluten-free, sugar-free, grain-free, but does contain dairy and eggs. […]
Articles Sexual Health
Safest Birth Control Options
October 8, 2020
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What Are The Safest Birth Control Options? You, like countless other women of childbearing age, are doing research on the safest birth control options. Staring into the glow of your laptop screen, you’re left to your own devices while figuring out the best keywords to search for answers to your birth control questions. Sure, you […]
Dairy-Free (DF) Gluten-Free (GF) Keto Low-Iron Mains Paleo Recipes Vegetarian Whole30
Shirataki Noodle Pho (Keto, Paleo, GFDF, Whole30, Low-Iron)
October 5, 2020
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There’s nothing quite as satisfying as a really good bowl of pho. That broth! So I decided to make a low-carb version with shirataki noodles. They hold up great and make for an awesome bowl of shirataki noodle pho.
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50 Keto Halloween Recipes
October 1, 2020
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This list of 30 keto Halloween recipes has everything you need and more to survive Halloween, no sugar necessary! Halloween is my favorite holiday! It’s also the start of the sugar season, which can be really difficult for some folks. There’s no reason to shy away from social get-togethers and parties this time of year […]
Desserts Gluten-Free (GF) Keto Low-Iron Recipes Vegetarian
Cheesecake with Raspberry Sauce (Keto, GF, Vegetarian, Low-Iron)
September 28, 2020
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Sugar free, grain free, low-carb masterpiece! Only 6-8 carbs per slice!
Articles Nutritional Therapies
5 Reasons to Support Eating Organic
September 24, 2020
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Eating organic isn’t just for hipsters anymore, it’s becoming more and more mainstream and it’s not as costly as it used to be. There is a growing body of evidence to support why we should eat organic. One of the most important aspects of staying healthy is with the food that we eat. The food […]
Desserts Gluten-Free (GF) Keto Recipes Vegetarian
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cream Pie (Low-Carb, GF, Vegetarian)
September 21, 2020
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Yum! Chocolate peanut butter cream pie! Blake was in the mood for something sweet tonight and I went searching for a good pie recipe. I have a stellar low-carb pumpkin pie recipe and a really great raspberry cheesecake recipe, but I’ve made both of these a lot and it’s time for something new.
Articles Nutritional Therapies
Digestive Dysfunction: The Long-Term Impact
September 17, 2020
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Many people struggle with digestive dysfunction today and the long-term impact of digestive dysfunction can show up in all kinds of places you would never associate with digestion. Remember, digestion is a major nutritional foundation for optimal health and when it’s not working, things can get weird. Symptoms like heartburn, indigestion, gas, and bloating are […]
Desserts Gluten-Free (GF) Keto Low-Iron Recipes Vegetarian
Blueberry Swirl Cheesecake (Keto, GF, Vegetarian, Low-Iron)
September 14, 2020
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Wow, blueberry swirl cheesecake! I got some fantastic looking blueberries at the farmer’s market this weekend and I wasn’t sure what to do with them. They kept staring at me every time I opened the refrigerator. Since I have a fabulous cheesecake recipe, I thought why not try something different and work on a blueberry […]

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Hi! I'm Heather, I talk about holistic wellness, self-healing, and food-as-medicine. I'm passionate about nutritional therapies and lifestyle interventions when dealing with chronic illness, autoimmune disease, and hormone imbalance. I'm also very passionate about informed consent, bodily autonomy, agency, and self-directed healthcare. Read My Healing Story!

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