When an organ in your body starts showing signs of damage and/or dysfunction, in holistic wellness, we always search for the root cause which is the reason WHY it is happening. For example, in the case of autoimmune diseases, where the body attacks a certain organ, the problem isn’t the organ itself, the problem is the reason the organ is…
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Root Causes of Thyroid Dysfunction
Going to Hope 4 Cancer for Autoimmunity
It probably seems a little unusual to spend time as a patient at a holistic oncology clinic for two weeks without a cancer diagnosis. However, that’s exactly what I did. Let me tell you, my trip there was life-changing! If you have been around Feasting on Joy for any length of time, you’ll know that I have quite a profound…
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Chai Cinnamon Roll Latte {Dairy & Sugar Free}
I don’t know about you but I always crave a drink that is warm and satisfying when the weather gets cooler. Over the years, I have learned to adapt drinks that I used to love in my unhealthier days to a healthier version that’s not going to spike my blood sugar but instead, is going to nourish my body. That’s…
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Can Taking a Sabbatical Remit Autoimmunity?
The day after homeschool ended last spring, my jaw started giving me so much pain that within 4 days I was continually in tears. I couldn’t eat and I had to make plans to fly to Texas to see my biological dentist to get to the bottom of the pain. I didn’t realize what I was in for! The Background…
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Newly Diagnosed with Hashimoto’s? {Steps to take!}
A Hashimoto’s diagnosis does not have to equal a lifetime of misery When your doctor first diagnoses you and says you need to take Synthroid (or any other form of thyroid hormone) and be on your way, PLEASE know that this medication will not resolve Hashimoto’s. In fact, it won’t address anything that has to do with your immune system…
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Debunking Fats {Are They Healthy?}
Since the industrial revolution, the rhetoric on healthy and unhealthy fats has run the gamut. Corn, canola, soy, vegetable oil and even butter have been in the hot seat for years – though the latter more. The result is utter confusion for people whose desire is to give their body food that serves them well. One person thinks canola is…
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The Important Role of Zinc in Thyroid Health
Minerals like zinc are extremely important to the health of the body, and certainly in thyroid health. They act as a spark plug to the cells. Minerals are responsible for enzymatic reactions, maintaining proper nerve conduction, aiding in contracting and relaxing muscles, regulating tissue growth, maintaining PH balance, aiding in nutrient transport within cells and a whole lot more. What…
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8 Non-Food Reasons for Your Weight Gain
You notice that your pants are fitting a little tighter lately and those jeans you fit into last month now can’t be buttoned. Maybe that muffin top has become a jumbo muffin top or maybe your muffin top just appeared. Either way, your frustration rises because you have been trying to eat healthy foods and you’ve been staying away from…
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Reduce Liver Congestion to Improve Hashimotos {and How}
Your Hashimotos symptoms might be from liver congestion You’ve heard it by now that your liver is responsible for over 500 functions in your body. That’s pretty impressive! The problem is that liver congestion impairs the organ’s ability to perform those five hundred vital functions resulting in a cascade of Hashimoto’s symptoms. In the day and age we live in,…
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Nutrient Dense Superseed Blend
This Superseed Blend is so versatile and adds a power-packed punch of nutrition to your meal. What are the Benefits of Adding Superseeds into your diet? Flax seeds, hemp seeds and chia seeds have been widely used for centuries in different cultures as a part of the diet to maintain good health. Flax Seeds (Ground) These seeds contain fiber, mucilage,…
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The Epstein Barr Connection to Hashimoto’s {and What to do About it}
Could the Epstein Barr Virus be a Root Cause of Your Hashimoto’s? Many women suffering from Hashimoto’s don’t realize that there are several stealth infections like the Epstein Barr Virus (EBV) that could be contributing to symptoms and limiting healing. Sometimes, this virus can actually be the root cause of Hashimoto’s! When Trying to Reverse Hashimoto’s, There are Many Facets…
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A Practitioner’s Guide to Hashimoto’s Lab Testing
Sometimes it’s not easy to get proper Hashimoto’s lab testing from conventional doctors. Often they just test TSH and send you on your way. Unfortunately, this one lab test will not give you the big picture you need to not only understand the status of your thyroid gland but the functioning of your endocrine system as a whole. That’s why…
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Superfood 7 Layer Bars {Grain, Gluten, Dairy & Nut Free}
I longed for the delicious 7 layer bars that my Grandma used to make every holiday. Trying to be sure I got one before they were all gone was always a challenge, but I managed! I loved the graham cracker crust, the ooey-gooey sweetened condensed milk, the melty chocolate and the crunchy nuts that dotted the tops. They were decadent….
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Getting Your Own Hashimoto’s Lab Tests Without a Physician’s Order
Enjoying the ability to get your own lab tests done without your physician ordering them can be a HUGE stress reliever. There are two types of patients. The first type is those who have had symptoms of Hashimoto’s but can’t get a diagnosis because their GP or specialist won’t order the lab tests. If they do order tests the docs…
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The Essential Oil Ingesting Controversy. Should You or Not?
The essential oil ingesting controversy is the real deal. Don’t EVER ingest essential oils. They’ll burn your esophagus. It’s ok to ingest essential oils. We take flu bombs when we feel unwell and they have like 15 drops of oil in them. We’re fine. I hear it ALL the time. When I teach classes. When I attend classes. In articles…
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Could the Tea You’re Drinking be Making You Sick?
If You’re a Tea Drinker (even organic tea), Tune in! There are so many reports out there that tea is a wonderfully healthy drink to add to your daily regimen. While that is a true statement, it’s important to understand that not all tea is created equal. Don’t just think because you drink organic tea, you’re in the clear either….
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Crunchy Chicken Fingers {Grain, Gluten & Nut Free}
Chicken fingers are one of the top 10 comfort foods of all time! Sometimes changing your diet can be frustrating. Eliminating grains, gluten, and nuts can top the list with overwhelm. I’m here to encourage you though! You can still eat delicious food {like these crunchy chicken fingers} when you have to eliminate certain ingredients. It’s just a matter of…
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