Hi and thanks for reading! I have taken a hiatus from blogging over the summer and I’m happy to be back writing about the things I’m...

Today, I’m embracing my inner science nerd and talking about a women’s health topic that I really care about—losing your period—which is clinically termed functional hypothalamic amenorrhea (FHA). I'll speak to topics like hypothalamic amenorrhea recovery signs, risks, and solutions, and hope to break down some of the science for you. Basically, hypothalamic amenorrhea is the loss of a period for three months or more. It comes with a host of consequences seriously affecting w

Wondering how can I stop craving sugar? You’ve heard it all: Sugar is bad. Sugar is toxic. Sugar will destroy your health. Fear-mongering messages around sugar abound. They are extreme, unhelpful, and take the joy out of eating dessert. Truthfully, nutrition science is just not that simple – cutting out one ingredient (like sugar) or groups of food is not what will lead to better health. In fact, it can be detrimental to health. I know from experience. I used to avoid sugary