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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


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


Navigating the Season with Balanced Nutrition and Joy
Mindfulness Around the Holidays: A Guide to Navigating the Season with Balance and Joy The holiday season is often filled with excitement, joy, and togetherness, but it can also bring a fair share of stress, indulgence, and a sense of overwhelm. We know how…
Nielsen Integrative Nutrition LLC
Dec 18, 20244 min read


Diagnosis: Burnout
Guest Blog post by Jamie Truppi, author of Clean Food, Messy Life. Check out more on Jamie’s blog here! A note from Jamie at the launch of her first book: “The eve of these 2022 holidays is also the eve of the launch of…

Jamie Truppi, MS, CNS
Dec 5, 20234 min read


The Unseen Connection: Stress and Acid Reflux
In our fast-paced world, stress has become an omnipresent force that affects us in various ways. One lesser-known but significant consequence of chronic stress is its impact on our digestive system, leading to conditions like acid reflux. Understanding the intricate relationship between stress and acid…
Nielsen Integrative Nutrition LLC
Nov 30, 20233 min read


Busy Lives and Building Margin for your Family
In a world that often values constant productivity and busyness, it’s important to intentionally create space and margin in your life.

Carrie Paquette, NTP
May 5, 20233 min read


Natural Alternatives to Over-the-Counter Medicine
Here are some of our tried and true ways to support different ailments.

Carrie Paquette, NTP
Apr 4, 20233 min read


Emily’s Natural Beauty Care Regimen
If you wouldn’t EAT it I don’t recommend putting it on your skin. As our BIGGEST detoxifying organ the skin takes a beating from beauty care products, soaps, detergents, environmental triggers etc. Give your body a break and ease away from harmful chemical compounds that…

Emily Nielsen MS, CN, CNS
Aug 19, 20222 min read


The Vagus Nerve and Your Health
Did you know you can exercise this fancy little nerve to help your gut and mood?!

Carrie Paquette, NTP
Dec 6, 20213 min read


Is your inflammation worsened by nutrient deficiencies?
Inflammation, pain and chronic disease are often made more severe by these nutrient deficiencies.

Emily Nielsen MS, CN, CNS
Nov 22, 20214 min read


EWG’s 2022 Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen
What produce should you prioritize organic?
Nielsen Integrative Nutrition LLC
Apr 14, 20211 min read


Social distancing schedule, boredom buster and other helpful family ideas
We are better together. Tips for thriving in challenging times.
Nielsen Integrative Nutrition LLC
Mar 19, 20202 min read


Emily’s Top 5 Flu Fighting Tips
JUST SAY NO…to the flu.

Emily Nielsen MS, CN, CNS
Mar 6, 20202 min read


Free Lunch Box Generator
Enter to win a free cookbook and learn about how to help your family move forward in their health goals. #GF #DF

Emily Nielsen MS, CN, CNS
Aug 8, 20182 min read


Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.)
Seasonal Affective Disorder, sometimes referred to as the “winter blues,” is a reoccurring seasonal depressive disorder that results in feelings of sadness, lethargy and even overeating and chronic aches and pains.

Emily Nielsen MS, CN, CNS
May 28, 20184 min read


Nutrition and Poor Air Quality
Cleaning up your body and environment as much as possible when air quality is poor.

Emily Nielsen MS, CN, CNS
May 28, 20189 min read
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