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Nutrition doesn't have to be overwhelming. Explore our growing collection of evidence-based articles, healthy recipes, and practical resources designed to help you better understand your health, make confident nutrition choices, and support lasting wellness.
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Chicken Shawarma
Flavor-packed shawarma made simple—marinated, roasted, and endlessly customizable.
Nielsen Integrative Nutrition LLC
Aug 72 min read


Tart Cherry Gummies
3-ingredient summer snacks! Make. Wait 30 minutes. Enjoy these Tart Cherry Gummies.

Carrie Paquette, NTP
Aug 61 min read


Is the Standard American Diet really making us sick?
The Standard American Diet (SAD) is built on convenience foods, refined carbohydrates, and ultra-processed ingredients that contribute to rising rates of chronic disease. In this article, a functional nutritionist explores what the Standard American Diet is and why returning to whole, nutrient-dense foods can transform health.

Jamie Truppi, MS, CNS
Mar 134 min read


Spring Clean Your Gut for Better Immunity (Without Doing Anything Extreme)
Spring is the perfect time to give your gut a little extra love. Supporting digestion can boost energy, improve mood, and help your immune system handle seasonal allergies — all without extreme cleanses or complicated rules.

Carrie Paquette, NTP
Feb 273 min read


Heart Health Without the Cardboard Diet
Heart health isn’t about low-fat muffins. Fiber, healthy fats, stress support, and snacks like chickpeas or edamame go a long way. Holy Basil tea may even help lower LDL and triglycerides. Want a heart plan that actually works? Let’s make it simple.

Kristie Myhrum, NTP
Feb 234 min read


5 Simple Habits for Busy Moms
Health doesn’t have to be complicated. Busy moms and families can support their hearts with small, consistent habits — like anchoring meals with protein, adding one magnesium-rich food, moving in ways they enjoy, and taking mini stress breaks. Even reflecting on the progress you’ve already made can make a big difference.

Carrie Paquette, NTP
Feb 132 min read


Beyond Cholesterol: Heart Health From a Functional Perspective
Heart health isn’t just about cholesterol. For busy moms and families, it’s about balancing blood sugar, managing stress, reducing inflammation, and supporting key nutrients like magnesium. Small, consistent habits can make a big difference — and you don’t need perfection to start.
Nielsen Integrative Nutrition LLC
Feb 63 min read


When Restrictive Diets Stop Working
Many people find temporary relief from inflammation by restricting food, but the relief doesn’t last. True healing comes from uncovering the root causes—gut health, nutrient deficiencies, lifestyle factors, and hidden triggers—so your body can calm inflammation naturally and sustainably.

Carrie Paquette, NTP
Nov 14, 20254 min read


Think “Immune System Boosters” Are Always the Answer?
Learn how to support your immune system safely, protect your gut, and avoid overstimulation—especially if you have autoimmune concerns.
Nielsen Integrative Nutrition LLC
Oct 3, 20252 min read


Digestion, Mood & Mental Health: The Link You Can’t Ignore
Your gut isn’t just about digestion—it helps regulate your mood, energy, and stress. Even small changes to support gut health can make a big difference in how you feel each day.
Nielsen Integrative Nutrition LLC
Sep 18, 20253 min read


Eat More Plants to Save Money & Feel Better
Eating more plants doesn’t mean you need to go vegetarian or vegan. It simply means adding more fruits, veggies, roots, grains, nuts, seeds, herbs, spices, and even fungi into your daily meals. Keep it simple, start small, and let plants do what they do best: fuel your body, mind, and resilience.

Jamie Truppi, MS, CNS
Aug 28, 20253 min read


A Simple Strategy to Nourish While Traveling
When we start vacations by eating well and continue to eat well, we’ll have more peace of mind for the unexpected, and our nourished brains will be more capable of overcoming acute stress to solve problems. Then, traveling up/downs become part of the experience, and navigating them becomes part of the fun.

Jamie Truppi, MS, CNS
Jul 24, 20254 min read


Let’s Rethink Campout Food
Why do we surround ourselves with beautiful forests, alpine air, and sparkling lakes—only to settle for hot dogs and chips? If you’re ready to rethink your campfire meals, this post is for you. Learn how to bring fresh, nourishing ingredients to the campsite with simple planning tips, family-friendly traditions, and creative outdoor cooking ideas that make every meal part of the adventure.

Jamie Truppi, MS, CNS
Jun 6, 20253 min read


Sprouting New Summer Food Traditions
June is all about growth—of food, family time, and habits. Let’s use the season to rethink summer traditions and nourish our kids with simple, joyful meals outdoors.

Jamie Truppi, MS, CNS
Jun 6, 20253 min read


Reconnect to Feel Better: The Health Benefits of Grounding
Feeling stressed, inflamed, or out of sync with your natural rhythm? You might just need to take off your shoes.
Grounding—also known as earthing—is the simple act of connecting your body to the Earth’s surface. This often-overlooked practice has been linked to reduced inflammation, better sleep, improved mood, and even faster recovery after travel or exercise. In this post, we’ll explore what grounding is, why it matters for your health, and how to easily incorporate it into
Nielsen Integrative Nutrition LLC
Jun 5, 20253 min read


Gut Health Before Conception & Beyond
Before conception and throughout pregnancy, the health of your gut microbiome plays a crucial role in your ability to detox, balance hormones, support your immune system, and even shape your baby’s development.

Carrie Paquette, NTP
Apr 21, 20253 min read


Cortisol and Stress
Cortisol, often called the “stress hormone,” plays a critical role in how your body responds to daily challenges. While it’s essential for energy, metabolism, and inflammation control, chronic stress can throw this hormone off balance, leading to fatigue, weight gain, and hormone imbalances.
Nielsen Integrative Nutrition LLC
Mar 27, 20253 min read


Nutrients to Support Immune & Hormone Health
Your hormones and immune system are constantly talking. Learn how simple nutrition and lifestyle shifts can support both for better health and resilience.

Jamie Truppi, MS, CNS
Mar 27, 20253 min read


Cholesterol and Heart Health: A Balanced Perspective
For decades, cholesterol has been cast as the enemy of heart health, blamed for clogging arteries and increasing the risk of heart disease. But what if cholesterol isn’t the villain it’s made out to be? What if, instead, it plays a vital role in our…
Nielsen Integrative Nutrition LLC
Feb 14, 20253 min read


6 tips for dealing with histamine
Are you plagued by symptoms like headaches, bloating, or skin rashes that seem to arise mysteriously? If so, you might be experiencing histamine overload. Histamine is a compound naturally produced by the body and found in certain foods, and when levels become imbalanced, it can…
Nielsen Integrative Nutrition LLC
Jan 28, 20253 min read
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