Tag: #MindfulEating
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Why I Don’t Follow the “Foods to Avoid with _____” Lists

By Jennifer Whitmire MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP If you’ve ever Googled foods to avoid with autoimmune disease, you’ve probably seen the same lists over and over again: nightshades, nuts and seeds, beans, and the usual suspects, gluten and dairy. But here’s the thing, I don’t follow those lists. And I don’t recommend my clients blindly follow them…
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How to Stay Gluten-Free and Eat Anti-Inflammatory Without the Stress

By Jennifer Whitmire MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP The holiday season is upon us, and for many of us, it’s a time of joy, celebration, and family get togethers. But for those of us with autoimmune thyroid conditions, food sensitivities, or inflammation, the holidays can also bring stress, temptation, and the fear of what happens…
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Stop Telling Me To Relax!

By Jennifer Whitmire MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP Living with an autoimmune disease can feel like an endless battle, especially for those of us with Type A personalities and perfectionist tendencies. We eat “right,” exercise, follow all the protocols, and yet, the autoimmune disease persists. In fact, many of us have more than one autoimmune…
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Nurturing Your Gut for Optimal Health

By Jennifer Whitmire MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP A healthy gut plays a vital role in our overall well-being, influencing not only digestion but also immune function, mood, and even skin health. By eating more plant-based foods we can nourish our gut and promote optimal wellness. Our intestinal tract, often referred to as the “second…
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Mastering the Sugar-Brain Equation

By Jennifer Whitmire MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP Maintaining brain health and preserving cognitive function are vital aspects of overall well-being. Our brain is the command center of our body, responsible for essential functions such as memory, learning, and decision-making among many other things. Recent research has shed light on a compelling connection between Alzheimer’s…
