What Really Are Omega-3s? Here’s the Deal with this Healthy Fat
Since the low-fat diet days finally subsided a few years ago, healthy fats have been getting more attention and appreciation. It’s no longer a secret that omega-3s are good for you. We see it marketed on chia seed bags, talked about by top doctors. But what...
Functional Foodie: What's the Mediterranean Diet All About? (+ Bonus Recipe!)
Hi, everyone! I'm Kayla, the Patient Care Navigator and Functional Foodie at PIH. If you've ever thought about making positive changes to your health through food, you've likely come across the wonderful world of the Mediterranean diet. It's not some...
How RTT Empowers Women's Mental Health, according to Jenna
As a mom of two and the founder of an integrative medicine practice, I've been on a mission to supercharge women's well-being. You know, the kind of unstoppable, cape-wearing, superpowered well-being that empowers us to conquer stress, boost self-esteem, and...
Shedding Light on Vitamin D: How Vitamin D Can Help Manage Diabetes
November marks National Diabetes Awareness Month. Diabetes, a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by elevated blood sugar levels, affects millions of people worldwide. Its two primary forms, type 1 and type 2 diabetes, both require vigilant management to...
I Took a Heavy Metals Test. Here's What Happened.
Hi, everyone! I'm Kayla, the Patient Care Navigator at PIH. I'm excited to share my journey into the realm of functional medicine testing, specifically when it comes to heavy metals. Why, you may ask? Well, I have a penchant for fish, which is known to carry...
The Importance of Nutritional Counseling for Diabetes: 5 Tips for Blood Sugar Management
Diabetes, a chronic condition characterized by elevated blood sugar levels, affects millions of people worldwide. While diabetes management often involves medications and lifestyle changes, the role of proper nutrition cannot be overstated. Nutritional...
Nourishing Your Body Post-Holidays: A Detox Soup Recipe to the Rescue
The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and indulgence. As we bid farewell to the festivities and welcome the new year, it's common to feel the need to hit the reset button on our health. Enter the detox soup – a comforting and nourishing elixir...
Brewing Brain Health: Coffee Grounds and Neurodegeneration
Hey java enthusiasts and health aficionados! Grab your favorite mug because we're about to dive into some groundbreaking news: your morning coffee might be doing more than just perking you up. Recent research has unveiled a potential link between coffee...