Posts tagged mineral balance
Why You Need To Prioritize Minerals As a Mom

Did you know that pregnancy gives around 10% of a mom’s mineral stores to her baby? This is one reason why moms are at higher risk for mineral depletion. Along with a history of under-eating, chronic stress and lack of sleep, and more, moms- especially new moms- can easily be out of balance. Focusing on replenishing minerals can help to restore health and vitality in motherhood, especially with the right test to get a full picture of your body’s stores.

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How I Helped a Postpartum Mom Ditch Her Eczema and Fatigue and Gain Clear Skin & Stable, Vibrant Energy

When this client began working with me, she was dealing with unexplained eczema flares, crippling fatigue, and constipation.

After working with me and prioritizing functional lab testing to find the root drivers of her symptoms, her eczema is completely gone, her energy is through the roof, and she’s pooping regularly. Here’s her story.

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How I Helped This Mom Go From Needing Coffee to Get Through The Day and Feeling Irritated by Her Kids to Naturally Energized and Feeling More Calm & Joy in Motherhood

When this client began working with me, she was so exhausted she was needing coffee and sugar to get through her days and she felt constantly overwhelmed and overstimulated in motherhood.

Yet after her time working with me, she’s got tons of stable energy (no caffeine or sugar needed), and not only feels more patient as a mom but more calm and joyful overall. Here’s her story.

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How I Helped a New Mama Go From Mom Rage & Just Surviving to Feeling In Control & Thriving at 6-Months Postpartum

When this client began working with me, she was 6-months postpartum and feeling really overwhelmed and out of control of her health. She was desperate for answers to her symptoms including increased irritability, fatigue, and feeling physically weak and depleted.

Within a few months of working with me, she’s feeling more in control of her mood, is energized without sugar and caffeine, and is well-equipped to tackle the demands of motherhood. She feels like she’s thriving as a new mom. Here’s her story.

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6 Benefits of Progesterone & How to Assess Your Levels

If you’re a woman trying to optimize your metabolism, improve your hormonal health, and support your fertility- especially if you’re trying to conceive- progesterone should be on your radar.  

Read on to discover how progesterone affects fertility, pregnancy, and overall health, and how you know if you’re producing enough.

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Postpartum Hair Loss: Why It Happens & What To Do About It

Like so many other weird postpartum changes, hair loss- or some would describe it more like shedding- can be really distressing! But it’s fairly normal (to an extent) and there’s actually lots you can do (before wasting your money on useless supplements and other products).

Learn more about the root causes of postpartum hair loss, ways to know if yours isn't normal, and nutrition as well as hair and scalp care tips to restore your luscious locks- all through a natural and holistic lens.

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Assessing Your Minerals & More Using the HTMA

The HTMA (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) is a really simple but powerfully insightful tool I use to assess my clients’ mineral levels and overall balance, which tells us so much about what’s going on inside their bodies. From stress handling to metabolic function to adrenal and thyroid function and more, the HTMA is such an amazing test that uncovers many healing opportunities.

Learn more about Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis, the importance of mineral balance, and how a small sample of hair can tell so much about your health.

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Healing Postpartum Depletion: 6 Tools to Help You Feel Better Fast

“I feel depleted after pregnancy and breastfeeding for 3 years- what can I do to feel better ASAP?”

I get questions like this one very often and believe it or not, was in a similar position myself at one point so I get it. You’re physically and mentally exhausted, overwhelmed, frustrated, and tired of being tired. You may feel burnt out, anxious, irritable. You may be struggling with brain fog, hair loss, irregular periods, and insomnia (even when your baby is sleeping well at night).

I’m here to tell you that your desire to feel better is 100% valid. You deserve to feel amazing- and you can (and will) get there. Here are 6 tools you can utilize to jumpstart your healing.

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