Lauren Panoff

Protein has become a pretty trendy word in the health and wellness space, and for good reason. Protein is an essential nutrient, carrying out functions like building and repairing your tissues, transporting and storing oxygen and nutrients, maintaining fluid balance, and providing energy when necessary.  For women in particular, adequate protein intake is also crucial […]

Picture this: You’re in line with your date at Chipotle, preparing to step up to the ordering counter, and you freeze. While you drool over this menu, you suddenly remember that the last time you ate here, you devoured your delicious meal only to be plagued with uncomfortable bloating and gas for the rest of […]

Keeping your blood sugar levels stable is a key piece of your overall wellness. Think about how you feel when your blood sugar is on a rollercoaster ride, experiencing dramatic spikes and drops. When it’s stable, you have energy, less brain fog, and are likely in a better mood. Plus, blood sugar balance helps lower […]

“Detox” is a health buzzword that can have many meanings. The most important thing to remember is that your body has its own detoxification system that you can support through simple everyday food choices. While there’s no single magic ingredient to reset your body, eating a variety of detox foods can support your overall health […]

Our bodies undergo some pretty incredible — and sometimes surprising — changes as we age. One thing that can be hard to anticipate is how our hormonal balance can shift throughout different seasons of life.  Many factors affect what’s going on with your hormones. The good news is that you can positively influence them through […]

As women, we’re often just taught to accept our menstrual cycles for what they are, which often leaves us feeling disconnected from our bodies. However, more and more women are finding ways to be more in tune with their cycles and monthly hormonal fluctuations.   Cycle syncing is a practice that’s becoming more popular to help […]

Snack options–they are endless and available at our fingertips. While convenient, they aren’t necessarily a perk for everyone’s stomach or nutritional needs. For many of us, certain snacks lead to uncomfortable feelings–hello, bloating after eating! The culprit might be a bag of chips, a fizzy soda, or even a seemingly innocent high-fiber granola bar. Bloating, […]

Not only do women have to deal with periods, but now there is a phantom period. For many women, being able to predict their period is an essential aspect of their monthly planning routine. Whether it’s for family planning or wanting to know whether we need to pack tampons for vacation (VIP detail), having a […]

Menopause is often associated with symptoms like hot flashes and difficulty losing weight. Many women also report that going through menopause has done a number on their typical sleep pattern. Uncomfortable symptoms can make it much more difficult to fall asleep and stay asleep through the night.  Of course, getting enough sleep remains an essential […]

We don’t have to tell you twice that getting enough sleep is essential for your ability to focus, function and feel your best. However, if you’re like most people, achieving the recommended amount of sleep on a regular basis isn’t always easy. There are plenty of obstacles that get in the way. Fortunately, there are […]

Think about the last time you grabbed an apple out of the fridge for an afternoon snack. Are you the type of person who bites into it right away? Or do you take it to the sink to soak or scrub it first? Do you remove the peel before slicing it? Perhaps you don’t think […]

Dive deep into why you should be filling up on filtered water to safeguard your health. This article explores the adverse effects of contaminated tap water, and offers sustainable and affordable solutions to ensure clean and safe drinking water for you and yours. You visit your kitchen and bathroom sinks multiple times a day to fill up your water bottle or brush your […]