Surprise – It’s the holiday season! If you’re like me, you probably put off holiday shopping until last minute. Every year I use Black Friday as a benchmark; if I haven’t started holiday shopping by then, I am probably in hot water. But time and time again, LIFE HAPPENS. And it always will. BUT: Somethings … Read more
As much as the holidays mean spending time with our loved ones – they also can mean…STRESS! Pulling together gifts, cooking, indulging in treats and extra time with your family – no matter how much we love them, can lead to burning out. And we all know that can happen, FAST. I think a lot … Read more
MCT oil has been a big deal in the paleosphere since bulletproof coffee surfaced as the new wellness trend. While I’m not a huge fan of dosing myself with caffeine and fat while fasting (in fact, I never do it), I do really believe that MCT oil can have some great benefits. I use it … Read more
Have you been using Dr. Google for a while now? Do you find yourself reading tons of health blogs (like this one!) but still having lingering symptoms? Are you confused about what is healthy and right for YOU? Don’t worry! That’s normal! For many of us, the path the greater health starts with self-exploration and … Read more
Have you lived most of your life as a career dieter? Do you struggle with body image issues? Feel you don’t measure up to societal standards? Are there lots of things you JUST WON’T DO because of how you feel about your body? Here’s a few examples: wear a certain skin-hugging dress? Enjoy yourself at … Read more
One of the most common complaints I get on social media is “I went paleo and my acne got worse!!” I hear you, sister. That happened to me, too. The thing about acne is that it’s almost impossible to just follow some “diet” (such as paleo) and clear your skin. Your diet needs to be … Read more
Goodness, do I have some lovely news to share with y’all today. I finally, after years of preparation and waiting, am ready to share with you what I think might be my best program to date: Clear Skin Unlocked: The Ultimate Guide to Acne Freedom and Flawless Skin And it will be on sale for … Read more
If you’ve been around this community for some time, you’ve probably noticed that I have a somewhat silly obsession with the quality of my skin. I want to be youthful, radiant, dewey–and to do so forever. I know it’s ridiculous, and my self esteem doesn’t depend on it. But I would enjoy the look. For … Read more
*Rant warning* I feel like I’ve been bombarded lately with questions about fad diets. They’ve always been around, but they just don’t seem to go away. It just seems shiny and new to try a “new” diet instead of sticking to the fundamental principles of a healthy one. I’ve been noticing this more and more, … Read more
One of the more esoteric but much beloved tools in the paleo dieter’s tool-kit is intermittent fasting. What is intermittent fasting? I.F. is the practice of maintaining overall caloric intake while consuming those calories in fewer meals or in reduced time windows throughout the day. The goal is to create conditions of fasting in the … Read more