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Did you know there is a ranking system associated with life stressors? It’s called the Life Change Index Scale and ranks life events by how heavily they impact your mental well-being. High scores are even predictors of future

Courtney Jackson Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, Master of Public Health in Nutrition, Certified Washington State Nutritionist   When did you know you wanted to study nutrition? “I was intrigued with nutrition at a

Karina Churchill Bachelor of Science in Nutrition   When did you know you wanted to study nutrition? “I hopped around with different sciences I thought I wanted to end up in from a fairly early age: Archeology and Genetics.

Autism is a popular topic of interest, especially as cases are on the rise and the media is focusing in on new and upcoming research. Then, in 2016 researchers at Johns Hopkins stated that too much folate is associated with autism.

Have you ever seen the hit show, Monsters Inside Me? It’s one of those shows that you hate to watch but can’t seem to look away. Person after person tell their horrifying stories of odd bacterial infections amongst other things.

Do you hear that? The angels from Heaven are singing, the earth itself is rumbling, the clouds are parting to reveal…our very own Foundational Multi! We did it, we have achieved greatness! We took matters into our own hands

With hundreds of prenatal supplements on the market, Persona wanted to provide something different that all moms could stand behind. Our Pre-Post Natal Multi is made by moms, for moms! Specially designed in Canada by a naturopathic

Some people pass out the moment their head hits the pillow and wake up the next morning feeling rejuvenated. For others, that may feel like a pipe dream. Sleeping disorders aren’t uncommon. In fact, the CDC reports that nationwide

The holidays are a time for family, indulging, and celebrating. Health is often sacrificed due to abnormally high stress, busy schedules, and a lot of food. The holiday season does not have to result in a larger pant size–follow

Adopting a vegetarian lifestyle is a big change. Maybe you have been a “veggie” your whole life, or you are considering making the swap. Either way, vegetarianism takes a lot of work. With the right information and practice

Liver and let live.  Your body depends on your vital organs, conducting countless tasks to survive. The brain is in charge of all bodily movements and planning. Bones ensure that you don’t become a pancake on the cold, hard ground,

What if I told you sleeping more may be the answer to all of your problems? Okay, that may be a stretch, but it might be the answer to some. Surprisingly, a lack of sleep isn’t just making you feel tired but may also contribute

If you haven’t heard yet, it’s all the rage. Well…not quite yet, but it’s getting there. As vitamin K1 is on the back burner for the moment, vitamin K2 is stepping up for its chance to shine. Because vitamin K2 isn’t as

Folate and folic acid (often used interchangeably) are water-soluble B vitamins, also known as vitamin B9 (1). Folate is the naturally occurring form of vitamin B9, while folic acid is a man-made synthetic folate. Many foods are

The digestive system is incredibly complex and continuously being studied by scientists to uncover all of its secrets. The digestive system doesn’t just include the stomach, but also the mouth, esophagus, small intestine, and

In an effort to make it to the top of the pecking order in the food isle, egg producers are labeling their products in a way to become more “transparent” to the consumer. After all, who doesn’t feel better about purchasing

Feeling a little SAD lately? It’s okay, you aren’t alone. SAD isn’t just an emotion, it’s also an acronym for Seasonal Affective Disorder, a type of depression that is impacted by seasonal changes. For most, SAD hits hardest

Just over 100 years ago, life expectancy and causes of death in the United States looked much different than they do today. The top three causes of death in 1900 were pneumonia and the flu, tuberculosis, and gastrointestinal infections

Let me address the elephant in the room: it’s Thanksgiving and we are all going to eat, a lot. I enjoy my cranberry kale salad as much as the next Nutritionist, but when it comes to a special occasion, who am I fooling? Thanksgiving

Do you ever get that urgent, burning and yearning feeling down low? I am not referring to that feeling when you fall in love or when your desire is aroused, but when bacteria decides to make a home in your urinary tract. If so,

It’s a sip around the world. Eggnog, hot chocolate, hot cider. Hot cider, eggnog, hot chocolate. Hot chocolate, hot cider, eggnog. (Oh—and the occasional peppermint mocha.) If you’re already dreading the never-ending flow