While many adults without kids have busy lives, those of us who have kids at home may be feeling more stressed and overwhelmed than ever, juggling the demands of work while also trying to be an attentive parent. Even if you’re fortunate enough to have access to a daycare, a babysitter, or g
Q: What keeps you warm but doesn’t involve turning up the thermostat, starting a fire, or putting on a coat? (No, this isn’t a riddle.) A: Warming foods. It’s true. Some foods can make you feel warmer. The following 10 foods, spices, and beverages have properties that can stoke your met
In an ideal world, the holidays would only be filled with good times and happy memories. Unfortunately, most people don’t exist in that uncomplicated reality. It seems like every family has at least one relative who excels at creating drama during the holidays. When you’re around such neg
What do elephants, horses, Venus Williams, and Colin Kaepernick all have in common? They’re plant-based eaters who exhibit incredible strength and endurance. If you’re a plant-based eater wondering if you can build lean muscle, these magnificent herbivores and world-class athletes are a t
In part one, nutritionist Zoe Davis took a deep dive into the science, health benefits, and sample uses of the six superfood mushrooms found in BrainMD’s Smart Mushrooms. In this article, Zoe gives preparation tips for how to use these immune-boosting mushrooms in delicious foods and bevera
What Are the Benefits of Being an Early Riser? Do you ever wake up super early and find that you really enjoy seeing the sunrise and having ample time to start your day? Maybe you even think, “I should do this more often,” but it never seems to happen. There are a multitude of people […]
Are you struggling with exhaustion, body aches, or digestion problems? You may be dealing with adrenal issues. If you feel tired all day, even after getting a good night’s sleep, it could be a sign that your stress load is more than what your adrenal glands can handle. Stress-induced adrena
Do you wake up feeling energetic and excited about the day ahead, or with your finger glued to the snooze button? For many, it’s the latter, but maximizing your mornings can make a huge difference on your health and happiness. An intentional morning routine has the power to supercharge
I love mushrooms. I always have. I was one of those kids whose favorite grilled treat was thick, juicy portobello mushrooms, and whose favorite pizza was…mushroom pizza. Weird? Maybe. But I was onto something at a young age. Now, as a functional medicine nutritionist, I have the pleasur
Are you getting enough mushrooms in your diet? Mushrooms offer many health benefits for your brain and body. Some mushrooms are proven superfoods, used traditionally as medicines and now validated by science. Certain mushrooms are excellent brain and immunity boosters and also add many nutrie