The Paleo Mom is a scientist turned health educator and advocate.
In the spring, my family and I watched the Our Planet documentary series on Netflix, narrated by Sir David Attenborough. The series (which I highly …
The importance of exercise is ingrained in our minds, and for good reason: studies routinely show that physical activity is health-protective, and …
If you’ve read my previous posts on red light therapy (also known as low level laser therapy), you know how excited I am about its ability to benefit …
For many of us, any study suggesting our coffee-drinking habits might be good for us is a reason to celebrate (and to raise our mugs of hot delicious …
We all can agree: Sunburns are not fun. But, beyond feeling like everyone and their dog is suddenly slapping us on the shoulder (I’m certain people …
The most remarkable improvement I've seen with my continued use of the Joovv Red Light Therapy device is the complete disappearance of residual …
Can the Paleo diet work for athletes? This is a common question among fitness enthusiasts, and the answer is a resounding yes! The sports and fitness …
Out of all the environmental exposures we might have to worry about, EMFs (electromagnetic fields) are among the most controversial! EMFs are a …
EMFs: What’s the link between electromagnetic fields and disease?Read More
With mounting research showing the negative impact gluten can have on the human body, awareness about gluten-related health problems is on the rise! …
There’s no shortage of fear surrounding potentially harmful chemicals in our food, water, and environment (if we pay attention to all the headlines, …
Genetic testing can give us tremendous insight into our own health and, more importantly, our optimal diet and lifestyle choices given our genetic …
Genetic testing can give us tremendous insight into our own health and, more importantly, our optimal diet and lifestyle choices given our genetic …
In recent years, a number of health documentaries have been hitting the airwaves and bringing dietary information (and misinformation!) to the general …
Is "going Paleo" your New Years Resolution? I’m excited for you! It’s been over 6 years since I made the leap into Paleo and I have never looked …
Many of us have learned the hard way that there’s really no secret shortcut for weight loss. Eating a nutrient-dense diet, staying physically active, …
Okay, let’s admit it: there’s something super appealing about health products that let us just sit there (or stand there!) and work their magic …
Spending time in nature is unequivocally beneficial to our health (see The Health Benefits of Nature). However, there's a particular way that we can …
Genetic testing can give us tremendous insight into our own health and, more importantly, our optimal diet and lifestyle choices given our genetic …
The feelings of peace, relaxation, and tranquility that come from spending time in nature are so potent that they’ve been measured and confirmed by …
Regulating blood sugar levels is a key feature of any health-promoting diet. High blood sugar levels after eating are a major stimulator of reactive …
3 Ways to Regulate Insulin that Have Nothing to Do With FoodRead More
Many of us have spent years being inundated with marketing about footwear that reduces foot strain, supports athletic performance, helps make walking …
Genetic testing can give us tremendous insight into our own health and, more importantly, our optimal diet and lifestyle choices given our genetic …
It's no secret that Morrocco Method's shampoo turned my hair around after decades of struggle with scalp psoriasis. Even after I switched to Paleo, I …
Genetic testing can give us tremendous insight into our own health and, more importantly, our optimal diet and lifestyle choices given our genetic …
As soon as hot weather hits here in Georgia, my kids and I start reaching for frozen desserts to cool off. My daughters both swim most mornings when …
Over the last 10 years—approximately the amount of time I’ve been wearing makeup—I've been slowly sliding into the I-don't-wear-it-at-all …
Review: Araza is Crunchy Beauty I Actually Want to WearRead More
The importance of exercise is ingrained into many of our minds, and for good reason: physical activity routinely shows up as health-protective in …
Our skin is the largest organ in our body. As a barrier between the inside of our body and the outside world, it’s responsible for protecting us from …
As someone who recommends the Autoimmune Protocol as an effective treatment for autoimmune disease, I’m often asked how I recommend others approach …
In Part 1 and Part 2 of this healthy weight loss series, I shared the scientific foundation for diet and lifestyle changes that promote healthy and …
Healthy Weight Loss with Paleo, Part 3: Troubleshooting Weight Loss DifficultiesRead More
I’ve dedicated a huge portion of my website, my books and really my business to the idea that we are capable of affecting massive change in our health …
No matter where we are in our healing journey, we've likely discovered that a positive mindset makes a world of difference in how we think, look and …
When we’re new to following a Paleo diet or Autoimmune Protocol, eating at a restaurant might not be on the menu. But if you’re missing a meal that …
As parents, friends and community members, we’re often pulled in a million different directions. In a culture that increasingly emphasizes hard work …
When it comes to losing weight, there's dozens of effective diets to choose from. It's true that just about every approach geared at weight loss …
Healthy Weight Loss with Paleo, Part 2: Lifestyle Choices That Make a DifferenceRead More
This post is the first in a new series all about the mindset shifts that can help us heal on the AIP . I felt it was time to tackle mindset because I …
Corticosteroids are man-made hormones similar to the cortisol naturally produced by our adrenal glands, typically prescribed for autoimmune conditions …
As the Paleo diet gains prominence, some popular myths about this lifestyle have too. I’ve done my best to debunk these myths whenever possible (see …
The Autoimmune Protocol, or AIP, is a life-changing complementary approach to healing autoimmune disease that’s based on a somewhat radical notion: …
This time of year, health advice abounds. We’re barraged with directions to change many different aspects of our lifestyles: “Eat this! Drink that! …
Balancing Physical Activity with Rest: How Do We Get It Right?Read More
It's nearly January, and for many of us, that means a renewed commitment to health and wellness. But an increasing body of research indicates that if …
Chronic stress can lead to adrenal fatigue, a condition in which the adrenal glands cease to function properly, and characterized by a collection of …
Demystifying Adrenal Fatigue, Pt. 3: Nutrition & Lifestyle Support for the Adrenal GlandsRead More
Adrenal fatigue is a condition caused by long-term chronic stress in which the adrenal glands can no longer function adequately(see Demystifying …
Demystifying Adrenal Fatigue, Pt. 2: Testing Adrenal Glandular FunctionRead More
Adrenal fatigue is a consequence of chronic stress, caused by inadequate function of adrenal glands, and characterized by a collection of symptoms, …
Demystifying Adrenal Fatigue, Pt. 1: What Is Adrenal Fatigue?Read More
Guilt, Fear, Anxiety, Depression, Dread. If you’re anything like me, these words are heavy and familiar to you. At one point in my life, these words …
How to Get through Hard Times: 3 Ways Gratitude Makes You Feel BetterRead More
I don’t wash my hair. There, I said it. But I promise it’s not as bad as it sounds! After decades of struggling with limp and rebellious locks, …
While the rationale for the Paleo dietary template as well as our community's focus on activity, sleep habits, stress management and toxin-free …
There is increasing interest within the scientific and medical communities in something called self-management, a fairly loosey-goosey term for any …
Self Care and Healing From Chronic Illness (includes vlog)Read More
