by Francesca | Sep 17, 2023 | Children' Health, Nutrition 101
As an integrative nutritionist and a loving parent, I understand the importance of providing our children with the best nutrition. The journey of nurturing a child’s health begins from infancy and continues through the teenage years. In this blog post,... Read more
by Francesca | Sep 1, 2023 | Babies & Bumps, Nutrition 101, Wellness, Women's Health
Introduction: The journey of pregnancy is a transformative phase in a woman’s life, and the impact of maternal health on the well-being of the next generation is profound. It’s not just about nurturing the mother’s health; it’s about shaping the... Read more
by Francesca | Aug 9, 2023 | Nutrition 101, Wellness
Introduction In the quest for optimal health and well-being, nutrition plays a pivotal role. With countless diets, meal plans, and fads inundating the market, it’s easy to get lost in the sea of cookie-cutter approaches to nutrition. However, what many... Read more
by Francesca | Jul 18, 2023 | Diabetes, Nutrition 101, Wellness, Women's Health
Introduction: For individuals with type 1 diabetes, proper carbohydrate intake plays a crucial role in optimizing performance and managing blood glucose levels during exercise. Choosing the right carbohydrate foods before and after exercise can help provide energy, prevent hypoglycemia, and... Read more
by Francesca | Jun 16, 2023 | Nutrition 101, Wellness, Women's Health
The world of nutrition can be overwhelming, with conflicting information about the best diets out there to achieve different goals. However, the fact is that different diets can be useful in different contexts, and there are people who benefit from... Read more
by Francesca | Jun 6, 2023 | Wellness, Women's Health
As a functional nutritionist, I have encountered many clients looking for guidance on their diets. One of the most debated topics is animal-based nutrition. Many people now are turning towards plant-based diets, but it still important to understand the health... Read more
by Francesca | May 23, 2023 | Wellness
Melatonin is a hormone produced by the pineal gland that helps regulate our sleep-wake cycle. Low levels of melatonin have been linked to various sleep disorders, including insomnia, and even cancer. Fortunately, there are simple dietary and lifestyle strategies that... Read more
by Francesca | May 8, 2023 | Nutrition 101, Wellness, Women's Health
Melatonin is a hormone that is naturally produced by the pineal gland in the brain. Its main job is to help regulate the body’s circadian rhythms, which are the natural cycles of sleeping and waking that occur daily. Melatonin is... Read more
by Francesca | Apr 20, 2023 | Healthy Weight, Wellness, Women's Health
Leptin is a hormone produced by our fat cells that regulates how much we eat and the amount of energy we burn. Its main function is to signal the brain when we have eaten enough and are satiated, thus promoting... Read more
by Francesca | Dec 17, 2022 | Breast Health
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble secosteroids. There are two main forms of vitamin D: vitamin D2, also called ergocalciferol, and vitamin D3, also called cholecalciferol. Scientific studies suggest that cholecalciferol is the more effective form of the vitamin. Vitamin D2... Read more