I was a hippie in college and very proud of my vegetarian diet. I started shunning animal products at age 15, and after living on rice and ramen for a while (which left me severely anemic), I decided to get “healthy” and include whole grains, legumes, and...
I have a lot of vegetarian clients. Many of them are operating on a diet high in soy or fake meat products and grains, which contributes to the health problems they are working to resolve via our consultations. I was a vegetarian for 13 years before I decided it...
One of the most challenging (and fun) aspects of my job is dispelling all the nonsense we’ve been fed about nutrition over the years. Most of my new clients are confused because there’s so much misinformation out there. One reason for this is that diet is...
Here is a list of the obvious and not-so-obvious foods and lifestyle habits that can pack on the pounds. Let’s break it down. 1. Gluten. I write so much about gluten that linking to each post would be excessive, but click here for a recent post about how gluten...
I had 2 depressing moments today. First off, this article in the SF Examiner trashing coconut oil and promoting canola oil was brought to my attention. Dr Oz says that coconut oil will put you on the fast track to a heart attack and that canola is a heath-promoting...
I write a lot about soy foods, mostly because I believe they are one of the great nutrition mysteries and disservices of the decade. Remember when soy crept onto the scene as a magic bullet that can ease menopause, prevent cancer, and protect your heart? Soy has been...
The greatest nutrition debate of our time: is a vegetarian diet healthier than an omnivorous diet? Are vegetarians healthier? This is a topic about which I am passionate. Be sure to check out my more updates posts on the topic: Are vegetarian and vegan diets healthy?...
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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