As we gear up to head into the New Year with weight loss on top of mind, it’s easy to be bombarded with confusion on social media about weight loss diet. You’ll find classic weight-loss recommendations that can actually hold you back. If weight loss
Let’s focus in on irregular cycles and infertility/trying to conceive! If you missed our last article/podcast episode on irregular cycle causes, check it out here! Irregular cycles can make getting pregnant difficult and if ovulation isn’t happening, irregular cycles cause infertility. I’m answering the top
You might be asking….are irregular cycles normal? Are irregular cycles normal? Irregular cycles aren’t normal if you are in your reproductive years of age. Irregular cycles can be normal if you’re in peri-menopause or menopause. But if you are in your baby-making years, irregular menstrual
Have you heard of delicata squash? Not to be confused with butternut, acorn, or summer squash! This nutty, slightly sweet + satisfying seasonal squash is a hott commodity come late September/early October and can be tough to find. Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods carries them,
Transcript You are listening to Functional Nutrition Radio, with me as your host, Lahana Vigliano, the owner of Nuvitru Wellness and a board-certified clinical nutritionist. Hello!! I am so excited for today’s episode on high insulin and insulin resistance. I have been so inspired by
Yesterday, my son wanted one of those massive 1000g of sugar candied apples at the store, which is why i decided to make these dark chocolate apple dippers. They are the perfect 2-3 bite treat made with tart green apples, organic 70% dark chocolate and
If you need an incredible cold lunch idea, you have to throw together this bruschetta stuffed avocado. Loaded with quality satiating fats and protein to keep you full throughout the afternoon. Bruschetta can be homemade or store bought (as long as it is made with
This creamy spinach artichoke chicken dish will rock your world. You won’t even be able to tell that it is filled with veggies and made with dairy free cream cheese… say what? My kids devour this meal and yet it’s usually a fight to get
Hypothyroidism can bring a lot of uncomfortable symptoms, like fatigue, but an annoying symptom is weight gain. For the average person, no one wants to have increased weight gain, unless it’s muscle, am I right?! While we know that low functioning thyroid can bring weight
The thyroid and infertility connection is R E A L! I know you’re thinking “I just want a baby! What the heck is happenin’ to my body?” When your thyroid isn’t functioning properly, this can really put a damper on your fertility. The thyroid hormone
Tzatziki is a Middle Eastern and Mediterranean salted strained yogurt dip made with cucumber, olive oil, garlic, lemon, and herbs. Authentic tzatziki is made with sheep or goat yogurt which is better for digestion in my opinion. If you are sensitive to cow dairy proteins,
This grilled vegetable appetizer with fresh hummus makes the perfect party platter for entertaining. Most people want to graze but with options that won’t grow their waistline. My goal is to always provide something extremely nutrient dense yet flavorful when hosting or attending a party.
Clean non-toxic men’s products are just as important as clean beauty products for women. Harmful toxic effects do not discriminate or give you immunity due to your sexual orientation. Our skin is our largest organ, and is porous, meaning it absorbs every single thing we
Welcome to anxiety week! Anxiety is a condition that plagues millions of people. Throughout this week, I’m going to bringing awareness of anxiety in many different ways! First up, we will talk about natural herbal support! As always, I have to give a reminder that these herbs
While healthcare isn’t sure exactly how Crohn’s Disease starts, like with many health issues, it’s usually a domino effect of things! Triggers of Crohn’s Disease There is the genetic component where you can be predisposed to getting Crohn’s, BUT (a big but!) genetics do NOT
I love a quick, fresh spin on Mediterranean flavors and these Greek turkey burgers are a great clean meal prep idea. Serve between a few leaves of fresh butter lettuce and serve with roasted red peppers and bursting tomatoes. You can also dress them up
A women’s cycle is like a dance – so many moving parts and it’s all gotta tango together (ideally in a really beautiful way!) I’m talking about some fun progesterone this week! And what better way to kickoff progesterone week than an understanding of when progesterone
Coconut crusted chicken tenders are the perfect healthy rendition of the fried coconut shrimp that brings me back to our family outings to Joe’s Crab Shack. With a gluten and dairy free batter just as tasty as the real deal, coconut gives it the perfect
Grilled artichokes smothered with paleo lemon aioli goodness will blow your guests away! It’s artichoke season but many have zero clue how to cut, prepare or eat them. I agree they are one of the most confusing vegetables. They’re not cheap, so I suggest Youtube
Breakfast has always been one of my favorite meals of the day + it’s my daughters as well! And pancakes are a classic, duh. BUT, they can take a bit to whip up. Enter in pancake muffins! This is something that you can make batches
When you think of nachos, healthy may not be the first idea that comes to mind….until you’ve made ours. This meal (or appetizer) is a crowd favorite to feed hungry mouths when you’re in a hurry or just need a quick dish to serve. Our
The newest recipe on the blog is this delicious chicken sausage + beans over rice (or quinoa if you desire!). It has this amazing cajun flare and super nourishing! This recipe is made by one of our dietitians Farrah Oxley and Lahana followed up by
I feel like this recipe deserves a drumroll! I mean chickpea cookie dough – ready to eat, easy to make, gluten free, dairy free, the list goes on!! Faith + I were ecstatic to bring this to the blog. While you can use dry chickpeas
We’ve talked a ton about what can we do to build our immune system, but let’s turn the conversation around and talk about what foods weaken the immune system. Because we can build and support our immune system, but if we’re constantly doing things that
A traditional buddah bowl consists of a grain, vegetables, protein(meat, tofu, beans), and dressing. According to Urban Dictionary, a bowl which is packed so full that it has a rounded belly appearance on the top much like the belly of a buddha. Since I’m not a
Are you worried about gaining quarantine 15? Is this something that you should even be thinking about? During this time where we are at home all day having access to our kitchen 24/7, along with the emotions that change from day to day with what’s
These gluten free and dairy free carrot cake pancakes are to die for. They are so so perfect for a fun Spring time weekend breakfast or hey, no one is judging if you make a massive batch and freeze some! 😉 This recipe makes 12
Is liposomal vitamin C better than regular vitamin C? Is it worth the extra expense? I’ve asked those questions myself + wanted to answer those for you today! Vitamin C sales are ROCKIN’ right now due to COVID-19. Literally. Vitamin C is like a diamond
Lemon loaf lovers – where you at?! How about sugar free lemon loaf lovers – where are you at?! We all love our treats, but when we make them as guilt free as possible, it’s a good feeling, my friend!! So, how exactly did I
Retinol in your beauty products causes reproductive toxicity? WHAT?! Hey there! My name is Gina Nguyen, I am the mind behind damngina.co blog. Skincare has been a passion of mine since I was a teenager! My mom taught me to always take care of my skin at
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