We make a lot of decisions everyday about what we eat. Some food decisions are made based on time, or lack thereof. Some are based on what our picky kids will eat. But if we’re really being honest, our deepest desire is to treat food as fuel and use it to our greatest benefit to […]
I (Jen) LOVE New Years! I love seeing a brand new calendar with nothing written in it yet. New Year’s feels like a fresh new start with a promise of a new beginning to be and do whatever I can dream up. I set New Year’s resolutions every year and, honestly, promptly loose the paper […]
Forbidden black rice, often called “emperor’s rice,” has a captivating history and impressive nutritional value. This special grain was once reserved for Chinese emperors and was believed to have magical health benefits. Let’s explore its fascinating background and why it’s a great addition to your diet today. A Royal History Black rice has been grown […]
Parsley for your health hasn’t always been a thing. It has a rich history steeped in ancient beliefs and traditions. In Ancient Greece, this herb was closely associated with death and the underworld. The Greeks believed parsley sprouted from the blood of Archemorus, known as the herald of death, and they used it extensively in […]
My (Jen) daughters have really struggled with their monthly cycles, cramping so much that they couldn’t leave the house to live a normal life. They had to keep going but I was really concerned with the amounts of over the counter pain relievers they had to take just to function. They’re both adults now so […]
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to grab processed foods that promise convenience and taste. But many of these foods contain ingredients that can be harmful to our health. From artificial sweeteners to strange preservatives, our grocery store shelves are filled with items that might sound more like science experiments than real food. The good […]
Have you thought about your oxytocin levels today? Yea, me neither. But, I’m trying! Have you ever wondered why some hormones seem to have a bigger impact on your health than others? The answer lies in the hormone hierarchy, a concept that helps us understand how different hormones interact and influence our overall well-being. What […]
We (both Jennah & Jen) recently finished Fast Like a Girl by Dr. Mindy Pelz, and absolutely loved it! This book is a transformative guide for women interested in fasting and resetting their metabolic health. Dr. Pelz tailors fasting strategies specifically for women, considering our unique hormonal cycles, which makes it feel personalized and relevant. We’ve been […]
As a woman, I (Jen) thought that what I was experiencing with my hormone health every month was normal. After having 6 kids, I thought that bleeding so heavily that I couldn’t leave the house was just going to be part of my life… for the rest of my life. I thought cramping was normal […]
We all want to look and feel our best, but sometimes the products we use to achieve that goal can do more harm than good. Let’s take a closer look at some common ingredients found in skincare products that you might want to think twice about. Parabens: The Hormone Disruptors Parabens are preservatives widely used […]
