By Stephanie Larmour Sanders, MS, RDN, CDE, FNLPAnti-Inflammatory Dietitian and Nutritionist Have you ever wondered why two people can eat the same food and have completely different digestive experiences? One person may feel comfortable after a bowl of beans, while another experiences bloating, gas, or abdominal discomfort. Our digestive systems are influenced by many factors, […]

Stephanie Larmour Sanders MSRD, CDE, FNLP Anti-inflammatory Dietition Nutritionist Research published in 2024 and 2025 reinforces an important point: we cannot simply divide foods into “raw equals nutritious” and “cooked equals nutrient loss.” A comprehensive 2024 review examined how thermal processing affects polyphenols, carotenoids, glucosinolates, and vitamin C in fruits and vegetables. The researchers found […]

Stephanie Larmour Sanders, MS, RDN, CDE, FNLPClinical Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and Functional Nutritionist A rash that keeps returning. A patch of irritated skin that seems worse after being outdoors. Changes in skin color. Hair thinning or hair loss. Perhaps fatigue, joint discomfort, or other symptoms are occurring at the same time. Skin changes can […]

Stephanie Larmour Sanders MSRD, CDE, FNLP This gently sweet dessert is anti-inflammatory and made without dairy, chocolate, citrus, or fermented ingredients. Makes: 4 servingsTime: About 25 minutes Ingredients Directions Optional toppings Low-histamine note Eat the pudding freshly prepared. Freeze any extra portions promptly in individual containers rather than storing them in the refrigerator for several […]

Stephanie Larmour Sanders, MS, RDN, CDE, FNLPClinical Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and Functional Nutritionist Menopause is often discussed as though it ends when the hot flashes settle down. But menopause is actually a transition into another important stage of life. Postmenopause begins after a woman has gone 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period. From […]

Hormones, Perimenopause, and Midlife Health Stephanie Larmour Sanders, MS, RDN, CDE, FNLPClinical Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and Functional Nutritionist In Articles 1 and 2, we looked at what happens to hormones during the menopause transition and why changes in sleep, body composition, blood sugar, mood, temperature regulation, and other symptoms may appear. Now let’s make […]

“Symptoms are signals. Patterns are information. Better questions can lead to better care.“ By Stephanie Larmour Sanders, MS, RDN, CDE, FNLPClinical Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and Functional Nutritionist Alzheimer’s disease is becoming more common, but it rarely appears overnight. The changes that affect the brain often begin years-sometimes decades-before memory loss or confusion show up. […]

Stephanie Larmour Sanders, MS, RDN, CDE, FNLP Clinical Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and Functional Nutritionist WordPress Excerpt “Leaky gut” is a popular term for increased intestinal permeability. Learn what this means, which claims are supported by evidence, what symptoms may be clues, and practical ways to support a healthy intestinal barrier. Many people hear the […]

Stephanie Larmour Sanders MS, RDN, CDE, FNLPClinical Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and Functional NutritionistAnti-Inflammatory Dietitian and Nutritionist Introduction: Blood Sugar Is a Clue When people hear the word diabetes, they often think only about sugar. But diabetes is not only about sugar. It is also about how the body uses insulin, how cells respond to […]