November 23, 2014

Apple Carrot Breakfast Muffins






Most mornings I struggle to get out of bed on time. I usually end up running around like a mad woman. Making a healthy breakfast from scratch is out of the question. That is why I love these muffins. They can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge. 

November 15, 2014

7 Steps to Clear Skin






We use lotions, face washes, scrubs, toners, even prescriptions to try to improve the appearance of our skin.  What if your skin routine didn't need to be so complicated? What if what really improved your skin isn't what you put on your skin, but what you put in your body?

Skin needs to be nourished from the inside out. The only way to get rid of acne isn't by stripping it of it's natural oils and cleaning it into submission. Acne, pimples and rashes are a sign that something is out of balance in your body.

What can cause skin problems?

Digestive issues

Many studies show a strong correlation between acne and gut problems. People with acne have a 10X greater chance of having bacteria imbalances in their gut such as small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). When this is corrected acne usually clears up as well. If you want to heal your skin you have to heal your gut!


Leaky gut is another common cause of acne and pimples. Leaky gut occurs when the intestinal wall becomes permeable (leaky) and particles leak from your intestine into the bloodstream. This causes inflammation and allergies. This inflammation affects the whole body, including the skin.