Food Allergies in Kids: How to Lower Risk With Early Exposure
It is allergy season, so most families are thinking about pollen, grasses, runny noses, and itchy eyes. But allergies are not just about what is floating in the air. Food allergies in kids are an important part of the conversation too. For years, earlier guidance encouraged parents to delay foods like peanut, egg, and other […]
The Benefits of Good Gut Health: Clinically Studied Probiotic Strain
Discover the impact of the clinically studied probiotic strain, Lactobacillus Plantarum (HKHM Plantadophilus), and the benefits of good gut health on stress, cravings, immune function, and more. Our Best-Selling Probiotic: Plantadophilus and the Benefits of Good Gut Health Stress and the Benefits of Good Gut Health You’ve probably heard of the gut-brain connection—that your gut and […]
Eczema-Friendly Skincare Routine: Easy At-Home Guide
Previously, I took a deep dive into the relationship between the gut microbiome and eczema (you can read more about that in my other blog post). However, I often get asked about the best eczema-friendly skincare routine, especially in the colder, drier winter months. Let’s explore the skin microbiome and how it impacts eczema. While […]
Winterize Your Family: Simple Strategies to Stay Sickness-Free
As the temperature drops and we cozy up indoors, it’s more important than ever to winterize your family and keep everyone’s immune system strong. Colder weather, shorter days (less vitamin D from sunshine), and increased time spent indoors can create the perfect storm for colds, the flu, and other winter bugs. Here are my top […]
No Sick Days: How to Keep Kids Healthy at School
The new school year is right around the corner (or has already begun!) and that means books, homework, and sometimes a sick child. Around this time of year, I get a lot of quesitons from parents who want to know what I recommend to help keep kids healthy at school. I can’t help with books or homework (sorry […]
Top 3 Immunity Boosters: Simple Tips for a Healthier Season
As we transition in and out of seasons, especially winter, a common question that comes up in my practice is about what we can do to give our immune system an extra boost. Making it through these seasonal transitions unscathed from seasonal illnesses may seem like a daunting task to take on. But the good news is […]
Is Being Sick the New Normal? Inflammation’s Role in Recurrent Illness
50% of American children suffer from chronic illnesses—more than at any other time in our history. Check out these shocking stats… I talk a lot about inflammation in my book, Healthy Kids, Happy Moms. There’s a reason I keep coming back to it… inflammation plays a key role in our overall health (including how frequently […]
The ABC’s of Probiotics: Your Gut is like a Garden
A diverse and robust microbiome is critical to our overall health and immune function. Since 70% of the immune system resides in the gut, eating a diet high in fiber (vegetables, fruits, nuts, and seeds) and adding the right probiotics helps support that gut diversity. In my book, Healthy Kids, Happy Moms, I use a […]
The Wim Hof Method®: Cold Plunge, Breathwork, and Meditation
The “Wim Hof Method” (breathing, meditation, and full-body cold water immersion) has compelling research on its immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Healthy Easter Candy for Kids: How to Avoid Sugar Overload
As Easter approaches, many parents start to feel the same mix of excitement and stress. You don’t have to avoid the celebrations altogether. With a little planning and education, you can create a healthy Easter candy strategy for kids that allows your family to enjoy the holiday without the sugar crash that often follows. Kids […]
