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Your gut is about so much more than just digesting food. And when things are unbalanced in there, your body has subtle ways of letting you know. Here are some signs your gut health needs support; and some simple ways to do just that!

Little Red Flags 

Have you ever felt like something’s off, but you can’t put your finger on it? Like your energy is dragging, your skin isn’t cooperating, or no matter what you do, you can’t seem to focus? It’s frustrating, especially when you’re doing all the “right” things to feel your best. Believe it or not, these issues might link back to your gut!

I’ve been doing a ton of research for my gut health book, and it’s amazing, even to me, that practically everything is being linked back to the gut. Your gut health influences everything– from how energized you feel to how quickly you bounce back after a tough workout or just a long day at work! And when your gut isn’t working at its best, it can show up in ways you might not expect.

For example, low en...

The election here in the United States is finally over, and it’s been distracting and exhausting. Politics isn’t something I normally talk about, but I’m deeply disappointed in the outcome. Lifting women up and helping them to be the best they can be in their health, relationships, and lives is important to me, and I won’t let anything change that. It’s been hard to ignore, though, so I’ve been trying to focus on what makes me feel good: food and family! 

Focus on Gratitude

I’m leaning heavily into gratitude these days, noticing how lucky I really am. I’m grateful for  my family and friends, for the beautiful place I live, and for the food I’m privileged to cook and put on the table for my family. From looking through my gratitude journal over the past few years, eating together as a family has always been important to me, and now that my son is nearing graduation, I want to savor this time we have together. 

I’m also thrilled that my son is feeling better with each passing day. He’...