In the world of functional medicine, the holidays present a unique opportunity to align festivities with optimal health. Here are some insights and strategies to ensure your hormones stay in harmony during this celebratory season.
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When you think about blood sugar, I’m sure one of the first things you think about is diabetes. Am I right? Diabetes is a disease in which the body’s ability to produce or respond to the hormone insulin is impaired. This results in abnormal metabolism of carbohydrates and elevated levels of glucose in the blood and urine. Diabetes can be genetic, but it can also be related to eating and lifestyle habits. Some foods that are high in sugar, unhealthy fats and cholesterol and alcohol have been linked to diabetes.
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Do you want to know how to get rid of coffee addiction? How can you beat the urge to drink your morning cup of coffee and not feel deprived? When I started the process, the most important thing that I did was to find out what was causing my addiction. There were many reasons why I was hooked on coffee but the one that caused me to become addicted was lack of proper nutrition.
Winter undoubtedly brings feelings of coziness and calm for many. However, for many others, the winter is associated with being cold all the time and tired for no reason. We all know that vitamin D is something we should be supplementing during the dark winter months, but did you know that there are many superfoods you should be including in your diet to give yourself the best chances possible? Take a look at five of the best ones I have found to help me the most when I need to detox.