Lake Norman Integrative Wellness Blog
How to prevent autoimmune flare-ups while traveling
Managing your autoimmune condition—Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism, type 1 diabetes, alopecia, vitiligo, psoriasis, etc.—can be tricky enough. Traveling takes autoimmune management to a new level as you must attend to not only your diet, environment, energy expenditure, and sleep, but also the added stressors traveling poses. Managing an autoimmune condition doesn’t mean you have to avoid travel.…
Caution: Use Almond Flour Sparingly
Caution: Use Almond Flour Sparingly Why do you ask? 1. Almond flour skews perception about quantity and too much can be consumed at once. A cup of almond flour contains about 90 almonds! This was calculated by dividing 640 calories in a cup of almond flour by 7 calories in an almond. Almond flour disguises…
Six interesting and healthy ways to enjoy pumpkin this season
Tis the pumpkin season, which for most people conjures images of pumpkin lattes, pumpkin pie, and pumpkin cookies. However, this colorful, nutritious, and affordable squash does not have to be relegated to the dessert table or Starbucks drive-through. There are plenty of ways to enjoy the pumpkin’s bounty without spiking your blood sugar and loading…
Study shows desserts and processed carbs really are addictive
Scientists may have confirmed what millions of us could have already told you: One cookie is too many and 20 are not enough. Many people have found they can go along comfortably on a diet free of sweets, pastries, and desserts until they have that one bite. Then—zing!—the addiction sets in and you feel like…
Avoiding GMO Foods At The Grocery Store
So how can one health-conscious consumer find out if their food contains GMOs? Below you will see 5 tips on how to avoid GMO foods in the grocery store. Assume all non-organic corn, soy, cottonseed, and canola ingredients are GMO – In the U.S., these plants are likely all grown using genetically modified seeds. Basically,…
Why menopause and midlife can cause sleep apnea
We commonly think of sleep apnea as being caused by obesity or structural problems. However, in women the transition into menopause can contribute to sleep apnea too. When estrogen is low, the brain fails to signal the palate and tongue to retain its tone during sleep. As a result they over relax and block the…