When people are trying to get pregnant, they often think first about hormones. Hormones are important, but they are not the whole story. Research suggests that inflammation and immune balance may also affect fertility. A healthy body needs a normal, well-regulated inflammatory response for ovulation and implantation. The problem begins when inflammation becomes chronic, excessive, […]

By Stephanie Larmour Sanders, MS, RDN, CDE, FNLPAnti-inflammatory Dietitian and Nutritionist Your body is not working against you. It is communicating with you. You may have symptoms like these listed below: Fatigue in the afternoon.Cravings later in the day.Brain fog after meals.Sleep that does not feel restorative. These are often not isolated issues.They may be […]

Women disproportionately shoulder the role of primary caregiver for children, elderly relatives, and people with disabilities, largely driven by social expectations, gender roles, and “natural” nurturing expectations. To be fair, there is a growing involvement in men caregiving, though slower than the role given to women. Studies suggest female caregivers often face a higher risk […]

A Dietitian Explains What Is Actually True By Stephanie Larmour Sanders, MS, RDN, CDE, FNLPAnti-Inflammatory Dietitian & Nutrition Educator Nutrition advice can feel overwhelming. One week a food is considered healthy, and the next week it is labeled harmful. Many of these claims are based on popular diet trends rather than scientific evidence. Unfortunately, nutrition […]

How Nutrition, Supplements, and Lifestyle Can Reduce Inflammation and Support Healthy Feet By Stephanie Larmour Sanders, MS, RDN, CDE, FNLPAnti-Inflammatory Dietitian and Nutritionist Why Foot Health Is a Window Into Whole-Body Inflammation Many people assume foot pain is simply a mechanical issue caused by shoes, standing, or aging. In reality, research shows that chronic inflammation, […]