Histamine and Allergies So many of my colleagues and students are suffering from seasonal allergies right now, namely grass and pollen. They’re sneezing, coughing, rubbing their eyes, and are sometimes congested. We can’t control what’s in the air, but we can reduce...
About a year ago, I started going to a laundromat. Clothes, sheets, towels, and comforters are being washed at the same time while I do my daily fast walk. I set my timer, head back, put everything in the dryers, and walk again. I’m home in an hour and a half with...
The accident taught me that health is not the absence of symptoms. It’s the ability to continue living fully while caring for the body that carries you there. Most of us have a “before” and “after” story somewhere in our lives. We...
As a nutritionist, I have spent decades teaching people about healthy eating. I can explain fiber, protein, omega-3 fats, inflammation, blood sugar regulation, and the microbiome. I know which foods are rich in nutrients and why they matter. But recently, I learned a...
What is a Misogi? According to Depth Not Width, “Misogi is an ancient Japanese Shinto practice of water purification. Traditionally, it involves standing under an icy waterfall or bathing in a freezing river to wash away spiritual impurities and ego. In modern...
Day 6 Breakfast: Triple Berry Smoothie 1 scoop whey protein powder, 3 tablespoons ground flaxseeds, 1 cup blackberries, 1 cup kale, 1 cup almond milk. I didn’t have almond milk, so I placed 1 ½ cups of water in my Vitamix and added about 2 tablespoons of almonds, and...
