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Is Dairy the Cause of Your Tummy Troubles?

Is dairy the cause of your tummy troubles

Can’t digest dairy? You’re not alone. If I got paid for all the times clients have told me they have lactose intolerance, I’d be a very rich woman. While lactose intolerance is a common problem (30-50 million Americans are affected), it’s not the only culprit … continue reading

Why more water isn’t always better

Think of the last time you left a restaurant bloated, burping, and suffering from heartburn. You probably just blamed it on the restaurant food. Let me tell you, the food may not be the problem. After years of working with clients suffering from digestive issues … continue reading

Why I’m Not Eating Almonds Anymore

I’m a fan of almonds. Raw, roasted, slivered. Drenched in chocolate. Chopped up and served atop a bowl of plain wholemilk yogurt with a drizzle of honey. Whizzed up into homemade almond milk. Or maybe ground up, mixed with butter, and used as a pastry … continue reading

What Detox Products Don’t Tell You

what detox products don't tell you

Do you ever wonder why Whole Foods has enormous displays for detox products and cleanses every January? They’re bright, colorful, and claim to give you everything you want in a box. Pretty skin. Weight loss. No more bloating. Stop your constipation/diarrhea And the vague, “flush … continue reading

Gluten Sensitivity and Wheat Allergy Symptoms

wheat allergy symptoms

  Did that slice of pizza last night tear up your stomach? Are you often bloated and gassy after eating bread? Maybe you’re thinking about going gluten-free, but you’re not sure. As a specialist in food sensitivities, I get a lot of questions about gluten … continue reading

Why Eating Nuts Upsets Your Stomach

Why Eating Nuts Upsets Your Stomach How to make nuts more digestible

So you went on a health kick and started eating more nuts… You pack pecans as a mid-morning snack, you slather almond butter on apple slices, and you top your salads with chopped walnuts. You did all of this to be healthier, but instead of … continue reading