I’ll be blunt: A ketogenic diet is not a panacea. In fact, keto diets can be dangerous for some people. Going keto is not without risk, and the scientific research on the diet long term is still somewhat sparse. How do you know if keto is right–or...
Sugar. The sweet stuff is everywhere in our food supply and has been blamed for obesity, metabolic syndrome, inflammation, cancer, and diabetes. Though most people would say sugar is “bad,” there’s still quite a bit of debate on just how bad it is...
One in three Americans has high blood sugar. Your doctor will tell you to be concerned if your fasting glucose levels are above 100-125 mg/dL. Although 100 mg/dL is often considered the cutoff for normal, studies have shown that fasting blood sugar levels in the...
If recent blood work has shown your fasting blood sugar (glucose) levels are elevated or above optimal, it’s time to take action before the issue escalates into diabetes or pre-diabetes. Is your fasting blood sugar above 95 mg/dL? Most of us are aware that...
Experts estimate that 50 to 80 percent of Americans are deficient in magnesium, and this crucial mineral is required for the functioning of more than 300 enzyme systems driving a diverse array of biological reactions in your body. The positive improvements I’ve...
Do you drink diet sodas or use chemical sugar substitutes to avoid sugar and weight gain? Diet sodas may actually double your risk of obesity. Studies are showing that participants are 65 percent more likely to be overweight if they consumed one diet soda a day...
If you have type 2 diabetes, you were probably given Metformin and told it was a life sentence. But did you know it is possible to control your glucose levels and even reverse your type 2 diabetes through diet, lifestyle, and supplemental support? First, a little...
Hi, I’m Mary!
Welcome to my site! I am a holistic nutrition consultant based in California, though I work with clients all over the world. I love houseplants, dogs, snow sports, the Golden Girls, and 90s hip hop.
I specialize in women's health (dudes, you're welcome here too!) and helping people reverse digestive issues naturally. If you struggle with bloating, IBS, IBD, or irregular digestion, you've landed in the right place. You'll find what you need to feel better here! Please stay a while and look around. Leave your comments on my posts or contact page; I'd love to hear from you!
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