The link between your thyroid and gut microbiome
Did you know your bloat and digestive issues can stem from low thyroid function?
And..your gut issues and imbalances can impact your thyroid.. It’s a two way street!
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Dietitian’s Favorite Low FODMAP Snacks
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Healthy Gut Holiday Gift Guide
I HOPE YOU ENJOY THIS HEALTHY GUT HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE WITH SOME OF MY FAVORITE ITEMS AND ITEMS ON MY WISH LIST THIS year!
having a healthy gut means lots of non toxic self care, healthy ways to de-stress, some yummy gut loving drinks and non toxic cookware and drink ware!
Enjoy!
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- Le Cruset Non Toxic Cookware – love this pan for cooking all my gut friendly soups, stews and sauces! I always recommend non toxic cookware to reduce toxin exposure for gut and hormone health.
- SMEG Electric Kettle – Enjoy your favorite gut healthy teas and warm drinks in a jiffy with this super quick kettle that looks super cute in your kitchen, too!
- Beautycounter Countertime Tetrapeptide Supreme Cream – This is probably the most heavenly cream I’ve ever used! Made with non toxic retinatural complex (alternative to retinol), it leaves your skin feeling luxuriously hydrated and is anti-aging too! *P.S. – if you’re new to Beautycounter, you can enter your email one their website for 10% off your first order!
- HydroFlask – plastic free is where it’s at! I always recommend my clients ditch the plastic (even if it says BPA free), because microplastics we ingest can impact our gut microbiome. Drink up and stay hydrated for optimal gut health!
- Fiber Fueled by Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, MD. – This is a must read if you’re looking to optimize your gut health, improve your digestion and better your outlook on how to eat to fuel your microbiome for life!
- Venu Smartwatch by Garmin – This is on my wish list and I’m so excited for this! Great for tracking all of your exercise, steps, health goals, stress levels, sleep, and more! It even hooks up to Spotify and can receive texts.
- Squatty Potty – Our toilets were NOT designed for proper elimination! Do yourself a favor and get one of these if you’ve been struggling with good BMs! Your digestion will thank you for it.
- Rose Quartz Facial Roller – This product is like your own little slice of a spa day at home! I love taking a moment for self care using this roller (pro tip: keep it in the fridge before using!) Great for lymphatic drainage which helps your body eliminate waste more effectively while reducing inflammation in the skin.
- Beautycounter Sugar Body Scrub in Lemongrass – Another skin care product you’ll love to elevate your self care! Show your skin some love with this exfoliating shower scrub to leave your skin feeling super soft!
- Good Morning Beautiful Mug – Brighten your morning with a cute mug and your favorite gut friendly morning brew.
- Vital Proteins Matcha Collagen Powder – Matcha green tea is a great substitute if you’re looking for a morning brew that’s easier on your gut and reduces anxiety. Tastes great with warmed or steamed almond milk!
- Essential Oil Diffuser – De-stress with some essential oils flowing into your home – this can help take your body out of fight or flight mode which is so important for gut healing! Not to mention they are a better alternative to fragrance filled conventional holiday candles!
- Reusable Glass Coffee Mug – Take your morning gut friendly brew to go in this non toxic reusable coffee mug.
- Olipop, Digestion Friendly Soda – Give someone the gift of healthy, delicious, fiber filled bubbly soda this holiday! Naturally sweetened and won’t cause a sugar crash!
- Beautycounter Beyond Gloss Trio – These glosses are non toxic, beautiful and even taste amazing without any harmful additives! When you realize how much lipstick you actually eat in a year, you definitely will want to go non toxic!
- Anthropologie Bath Salts – a great addition to any non toxic gift or a great treat for yourself after the year we’ve had in 2020!
Healthy Apple Crisp (GF + Vegan!)
Tis the season for fall inspired dishes, some savory and some sweet! I love enjoying seasonal dishes and desserts, yet I like making them healthier by minimizing the sugar and swapping white flour for whole grains and higher fiber alternatives. This Healthy Apple Crisp with no added sugar is the perfect healthier dessert for fall while still tasting absolutely indulgent and delicious! It is reminiscent of all of the apple pies my mom made for us growing up after going apple picking — such great memories!
8 Ways to Nurture Your Gut Microbiome
The grass isn’t greener on the other side, it’s greener where you water it. Same goes for gut health and the microbiome! The attention we give to our gut health is important for the health of the entire body, and these pillars are important for the health of the delicate ecosystem that is our gut microbiome.
Just Peachy Summer Salsa
I’m still holding onto summer with this fresh and fruity salsa that tastes delicious, basically on anything. There’s not much pre-prepping involved in this salsa except if you’d like to make the pickled red onions I used here, but feel free to omit this step and use fresh red onion! My garden is exploding with mint at this time of the summer so this is one of the best ways to put it to good use! (Mint and lemon water is alwaaays a good idea, too!)
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Hosting a Healthy BBQ
I’m sharing some healthy barbecue and party tips for you as we savor the last few weeks of summer here in NY! If you’re looking to make a few areas of your summer BBQ a bit healthier and more gut friendly, read below!
Easy Citrus Slaw Salad
Hi guys! I have a #FRESH summer salad for you to try – and it’s a good one! It’s full of fiber and prebiotics, which is food for our beneficial gut microbes to thrive. This slaw salad makes a great base for any meal to enjoy with protein, or by itself for a quick and healthy light lunch! The flavors are bright with apple cider vingar, citrus, fresh mint, and a touch of extra virgin olive oil.
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We Deserve Better Beauty
Hi, I’m Samantha. Just like you, I use products every day from skin care, to makeup, to shampoos and body wash, sunscreen, and more. And I’m sure just like you too, I started to second guess the products we slather on ourselves daily that are supposed to improve our skin, appearance, and health. How are these products formulated? Do they contain toxic ingredients? As I started becoming more aware of the food industry and food additives, I also started to become concerned about what was in the products we use daily on our skin. When I started scanning my products to assess their safety on the Environmental Working Group Healthy Living app, I wasn’t happy with what I found. A lot of products we use in our everyday lives are downright HARMFUL to our bodies and have cancer promoting ingredients, endocrine disruptors and even have reproductive concerns.
Paleo Strawberry Dark Chocolate Chunk Muffins
New low carb, paleo muffin recipe comin’ atcha! I love making a batch of these and enjoying them as a snack, a post meal treat or paired with breakfast throughout the week. They’re perfect for a tasty, yet healthy treat that doesn’t send my blood sugar spiking or have me feeling hungry again an hour later. In this recipe I used hearty almond flour which is a good source of fiber and protein, organic eggs, unsweetened almond milk and just a few tablespoons of raw, organic honey for a hint of natural sweetness paired with the strawberries.
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