What Are Hormones, And What Do They Do? Hormones are chemical messengers that are created by glands called endocrine glands located in various parts of the body. The major function…
WHO DOESN'T LOVE A GOOD SHRIMP SCAMPI RECIPE? There is something about shrimp scampi that is comforting. Especially when it’s re-written a little bit, makes my body feel good, and…
Our circadian rhythm is your body's master clock that helps to regulate all of your cells and body systems, affecting sleep-wake cycles, hormone activity, hunger and fullness, metabolism, and more!
Eating for acid reflux can feel limiting, but the truth is there are still tons of delicious foods that likely will not be problematic. Additionally, we do not recommend following…
Bitter foods often encompass citrus fruits, leafy greens, and some herbs/spices. Incorporating bitter foods into the diet benefits digestion and may support the liver and blood sugar balance; and, at…
We recommend sticking to whole foods when possible and ditching the processed ones that way you are sure to avoid any unnecessary and inflammatory oils and ingredients. In a meal,…
One reason for this may be that the body burns through increased nutrients as part of the stress response. Specifically, nutrients such as Magnesium, Zinc, Vitamin C, Iron, Calcium, and…
This Tumeric lassi smoothie is packed with nutrients from different fruits and veggies plus packs in an extra anti-inflammatory boost with turmeric and ginger making it really good for digestion,…
While virtually impossible to remove all potential disruptors of the gut lining, what we can do is bring attention to the foods we consume, products we use, and overall lifestyle…
While the exact cause of endometriosis is unknown, it is characterized by hormonal imbalances and inflammation, which goes hand in hand with our decreasing diet quality and increasing stress levels.…
When talking digestion, we look for foods with properties that will contain or stimulate digestive enzymes, stomach acid (betaine HCl), or bile, is a good source of fiber, will reduce…
The key to diet and hormone healthy foods is focusing on protein, fat, fiber, and complex carbohydrates alongside nutrient-packed fruits and veggies to support balanced blood sugar and hormones.
At the end of the day, many of them come down to nourishing your gut (and body) with beneficial bacteria and various nutrients that have healing effects.
Figuring out WHY you have histamine intolerance is key to healing the body. There are a host of reasons why histamine intolerance develops ranging from something as simple as an…
Eating for heart health aims to reduce inflammation, reduce stress on the heart, and provide it with nutrients that will fuel it through nutrient-dense, plant-based foods that are minimally processed.
I would consider meditation (or other mindfulness practices), movement, and sleep to be the three pillars (aside from diet) of living a happy and healthy lifestyle. However, there are many…
Fiber is your friend! Soluble fiber increases satiety, stabilizes blood sugar, feeds the gut microbiome, and more, while insoluble fiber helps move food waste through the GI tract promoting regularity…
Adaptogens are a great natural way to help manage stress, boost immunity, improve cognitive performance, and promote quality sleep with little to no side effects.
Hi I'm Isabel, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and founder, CEO of Isabel Smith Nutrition and Lifestyle. I'm so glad you are here! I create healthy recipes with whole food ingredients to help you on your health and wellness journey!
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