I’ve been receiving quite a few questions from folks reading my blog and Instagram regarding my work in functional medicine. So, I wanted to do a broad-scope post that hopefully answers any questions you may have about what functional medicine is, what it takes to become a provider, and what it’s like to be a … More An Overview of Functional Medicine
Last year around this time, I made a post on Instagram about 30 things you could do instead of starting a new diet, such as Whole 30. Don’t get me wrong, there’s nothing wrong with eating more vegetables or choosing to avoid foods that make us feel sick. But plans like Whole 30 often end … More Do This Instead of Whole 30
When I was growing up, my mom was really nervous about my sister and I standing too close to the microwave. She was afraid that there would be stray radiation when we were heating up food that would be harmful. As a kid, I always loved to watch through the front window as the bubbles … More Some Thoughts About Microwaves
I used to have a really strange relationship with ice cream. Or rather, looking back, my behavior wasn’t all that strange — it was normal. But it was dysfunctional and distressing. Perhaps you can relate: I used to believe that ice cream was bad, and would avoid it as much as possible. If I did … More A Simple Way to Stop Feeling Out-Of-Control Around Dessert
Over the past few weeks, I’ve mentioned on my blog and Instagram that I’ve been studying for the NBCE board exams. I took Part I this past Saturday, and so now I am one step closer to licensure (though there are quite a few more steps to go…haha!) I’m excited, relieved, and looking forward to all … More NBCE Part I Boards Recap
