Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHC
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Why You Need to Eat Fiber
Even a relatively nutritious diet can deliver inadequate amounts of fiber. Learn why it’s so critical to your health — and which foods are high in fiber.
14 Reasons Why Sex Might Be Painful for Women
There are many reasons why women chronically experience pain during intercourse. Here are some of the top causes — and what to do about them.
Can Garlic Help Heal the Gut?
Turns out garlic is great for ulcers, food poisoning, and gut dysbiosis. Here’s why — and how to get more garlic in your diet.
Can Cabbage Juice Help Heal the Gut?
Turns out cabbage juice is great for peptic ulcers. Here’s why — and how to get more cabbage juice in your diet.
5 Gut-Healing Supplements
These supplements provide extra support when you’re experiencing digestive symptoms — or working to keep them at bay.
7 Gut-Healing Foods
What you eat can help relieve digestive symptoms and build a more resilient gut.
3 Ways Sleep Affects Your Metabolism
Poor sleep disrupts metabolic systems and can trigger these three conditions.
The Food-Sleep Connection
When it comes to metabolic health, sleep plays an unexpectedly powerful role. At the same time, our food choices also have a big impact on how we sleep — or don’t.
4 Supplements to Boost Liver Health
Try these antioxidants and herbs to help your liver improve its detoxifying capabilities.
The Everyday Liver Detox
Liver-rescue protocols abound, but daily support of this detoxifying organ is a better way to protect your health. These lifestyle and nutritional strategies come expert- recommended.
What Is Your Unique Carbohydrate Tolerance?
Depending on your genetics and your microbiome, your body might respond to carbohydrates differently.
Why Intermittent Fasting Isn’t Right for Everyone
Intermittent fasting has many therapeutic uses, but not everyone should try it. Here’s why.
Here’s What to Know About Vitamin K
Not getting enough Vitamin K is more common than you think. Here’s how to increase the amount of vitamin K1 and vitamin K2 in your diet.
12 Ways to Experience Holiday Joy
Rediscover the real source of the holiday season’s magic.
Everything You Need to Know About Intermittent Fasting
For many people, taking longer breaks from eating — known as “intermittent fasting” — can produce substantial positive health effects. Here’s what the latest research says.
7 Essential Oils to Try
Aromatherapy can be a convenient, portable remedy — many of the best-known therapeutic oils are blended with carrier oils in roll-on form.
The Problem With Fake Scents
One in three people report health problems when exposed to synthetic fragrances, according to one study.
Essential-Oils Seasonal Allergy Remedy
If you suffer from seasonal allergies, try this hay-fever treatment created by naturopath Rebecca Tanyar-Mead.
Why Aromatherapy Is Going Mainstream
Plant-based essential oils have long been used in the practice of aromatherapy to help address stress, pain, and other issues. Conventional medicine has begun to take notice.
How to Support Your Vaginal Microbiome
Here are eight ways to balance your vagina’s pH level — and keep infection at bay.
Here’s What Not to Eat When You Have a Cold
The foods and beverages you shun when you’re sick can be just as important as those you eat.