Nourished and Grounded Nutritional and Lifestyle Consulting, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, and MTHFR Expert

As a paleo nerd I love devouring books on health and nutrition almost as much as I enjoy devouring slabs of bacon.  Much of the knowledge I communicate to help empower people to take their health and happiness back comes ...

It’s summer time, we’re out and about and we’re probably not drinking enough H2O. I’ve discussed dehydration HERE and the suffering that takes place after a bender, but even for those who aren’t teetotalers, hydration affects us all, especially during ...

This may seem an odd post coming from someone who toots the horn of natural remedies and nourishing foods as both primary and preventative health care.  However, as I’ve mentioned HERE and HERE, there are times when modern medicine saves lives ...

**Disclaimer-This post is not intended to be an all encompassing description of this condition or potential treatment options, nor am I a licensed physician.  This article is designed for general discussion only.  You should always do your own research on ...

I hope everyone thoroughly enjoyed the 4th of July!  Anyone feeling a bit under the weather after all that celebrating?  I personally celebrated our independence long after the fireworks ended and then went to bed late with too much champagne ...

Creamy, sweet, decadent and full of healthy, nourishing ingredients, this is a guilty pleasure that won’t leave you guilt ridden.  These treats are full of easily digested, brain-boosting medium triglyceride fat, rich in lauric acid which provides anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and ...

So far we have discussed potential health benefits of kombucha HERE, and how to stick it to the man by brewing your own for pennies on the dollar HERE.  I envision houses all over the world right now filled with the ...

Slurp, mmmmmm, CLINK!  Those are the only sounds you’ll hear when you serve up a smooth and buttery custard.  Thick, rich, creamy, and versatile enough to pair with everything from fresh berries to apple pie.  Custard has gotten a bad ...

‘Tis the season for pickling!  Summer is here and vegetable gardens everywhere are thriving.  It’s always good to have a few recipes on hand deal with a bumper crop of veggies, and pickling is such a quick and healthy way ...

I learned over the past two years as I have chased the elusive unicorn of good health and proper physical function that even the most well-meaning doctor doesn’t have all the answers, and specialists may not be up to snuff ...