Holiday foods that won’t wreck your hormones

When you think of holiday foods, what comes to mind? Is it sugar, feasting, and stress? I know that I have felt that way in years past! We have all experienced these feelings from time to time, and likely more so during the holidays. Yet what we don’t often understand is the harmful effect this can have on our hormone levels. Why do hormones matter during the holiday season?? Because…

Food FreedomJoanna FoleyNovember 21, 2019Joanna Foley Nutrition food freedom, healthy holidays, healthy eating, hormone balance, blood sugar, stress relievers, food as medicine, food is medicine, functional nutrition, intuitive eatingComment

Should I take Supplements?

If you’re like most people, you probably have a few questions about supplements. Which ones should you take? What is the best brand to buy? Are supplements even necessary? Read on to determine why they may be more important than you think and how to choose the best ones for you

Nutrition EducationJoanna FoleySeptember 12, 2019Joanna Foley Nutritionsupplements, food as medicine, nutrition, vitamins, minerals, food first, wellevate, fullscript, health goals, holistic healthComment

Is Your Food Making You Sick?

Have you been suffering from a stubborn health ailment that won’t go away no matter how hard you try? Maybe it’s frequent migraines, irritable bowel syndrome, chronic fatigue, joint pains, skin issues, or difficulty losing weight. You may have tried multiple treatments & medications yet are not getting much better and realize that only your symptoms are being masked. Fact- you could be suffering from food sensitivities.

Food as medicineJoanna FoleyJuly 2, 2019Joanna Foley Nutritionfood sensitivity, elimination diet, LEAP, MRT test, food allergies, food as medicine, functional nutrition, holistic healthComment

What makes a healthy smoothie? (Recipes inside)

What I love about smoothies is they are simple & refreshing, and if made right they can be packed with essential fiber and nutrients. The nutrients get absorbed into the blood stream quicker than solid food, making them perfect post-workout fuel. But the key word with smoothies is making them RIGHT. So what are the key components of a healthy smoothie?

Prebiotics: Why probiotics simply aren’t enough

By now most people are familiar with the term “probiotic”, yet many are less familiar with prebiotics, which are just as essential to intestinal health. While a probiotic is a type of live bacteria that promotes healthy gut functioning, a prebiotic is what is necessary for a probiotic to be able to work properly.

Food as medicine, Nutrition EducationJoanna FoleyOctober 14, 2018Joanna Foley Nutritionprobiotic, prebiotic, gut, intestinal health, digestion, supplements, gut bacteria, food as medicineComment