By Sarah Axtell, ND on July 18, 2019
Tips for Weight Loss 1. Stick to whole foods with minimal ingredient lists. If you are buying food out of a package, immediately turn it around and read the ingredients. A food may only be 100 calories but it may contain a whole host… Read More
By Sarah Axtell, ND on July 17, 2019
Inositol was once previously considered a B vitamin, but it is now considered a pseudo-vitamin and is found primarily in whole grains, citrus fruits, and beans.It is commonly used for blood sugar regulation and treating polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), but it is also is… Read More
By Sarah Axtell, ND on May 20, 2019
This Make-Ahead Blueberry Baked Oatmeal is a breakfast item I’ve been making on Sundays in preparation for a busy week. It tastes reminiscent of a blueberry muffin…but thanks to the flax and minimal sweetener, it won’t make you crash like a traditional sugar-laden muffin. Read More
By Sarah Axtell, ND on April 17, 2019
Glyphosate is the world’s top-selling weed killer and key ingredient in Monsanto’s herbicide, Roundup. While the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) claims that glyphosate has “low toxicity for humans,” the World Health Organization (WHO) declared glyphosate a “probable carcinogen.” In addition to increasing cancer risk,… Read More
By Sarah Axtell, ND on April 15, 2019
“Eat the colors of the rainbow” is a mantra I frequently say to my family and patients. And I always strive to practice what I preach! This salad is EASY and sure to please even the pickiest of eaters, as it is deconstructed and allows… Read More
By Sarah Axtell, ND on April 15, 2019
There is a growing interest in the use of probiotics for gastrointestinal issues and women’s health issues, such as UTI’s and vaginal yeast infections. Confused on which particular probiotic to take for these issues? Lactobacillus reuteri (L. reuteri) is a strain of bacteria… Read More
By Sarah Axtell, ND on April 5, 2019
Fat is good for you…but NOT when combined with carbs (ie. French fries, chocolate cake and doughnuts). This dangerous combination can raise ghrelin, the “hunger hormone,” telling you to pick up your fork. Combining carbs and fat can also induce a temporary state of… Read More