Let’s talk about one of the most commonly overlooked herbs in our medicinal arsenal, and that is ginger. This magnificent herb has both anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties and does wonders for healing the gut. It is most commonly used in cases of nausea, particularly morning sickness. However, it is beneficial for a myriad of...

Do you often find yourself struggling with stubborn cystic acne? Or maybe that pesky hyperpigmentation that won’t go away? For the longest time, the connection between diet and skin health was rarely discussed. However, in recent years, we are learning just how interconnected the two really are. Oftentimes when we are diagnosing skin...

As you are working to enhance your fertility efforts, you may find it challenging to transition into some of the more strict lifestyle changes. For most people, the thought of skipping that well-deserved glass of wine at the end of the workday can seem harsh. Whether it is a weekly treat or something reserved for weekends, it is hard to...

We all know that looming feeling towards the end of the year when everyone starts talking about new years resolutions. For many, this tradition is nothing short of discouraging. Once the novelty of the new year wears off and our schedules return to chaos, it can feel impossible to keep up with your new goals. However, some resolutions are...

Thanksgiving came and went but we know Turkey's are still sweating as the next big holiday is right around the corner! Oftentimes, the meal eaten on this day is similar, if not identical, to what people tend to make for their Thanksgiving feast. A few staples that deserve to be repeated are cranberry sauce and sweet...

By Andrea Vannelli    At Naturna, a common nutrition recommendation that we share with new clients is to avoid foods containing gluten proteins. If this is new to you, the reason behind it is that gluten is very difficult to completely digest, and thus is an irritant for the digestive system that causes inflammation for most...

It is no secret that most of America runs on its daily cup of joe. Coffee is so integrated into our morning routines, that it is often the first thing that enters our bodies every morning. Most people do not think much of it as it is so habitual, but consuming it so often and on an empty stomach does more damage than people realize. I am...

  By Andrea Vannelli Taking care of the gut truly is a pillar of good health. The gut microbiota is a major aspect of our internal ecosystem, and it seems the more we learn about this complex consortium of microbes, the more we understand just how intricately it is related to myriad important health factors. The human GI tract...