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Cholesterol: Friend or Foe?

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When people think eggs, they often think cholesterol; then they think heart disease. But cholesterol is a necessary component of every cell in your body. Let’s get to the bottom of it.

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Autoimmunity and Body Burden

Posted by Jill McLaughlin on Oct 22, 2015

The trappings of modern life are inundating our bodies with toxins and confusing our immune systems, leading to autoimmunity. It’s a sobering thought, but rest assured, it’s not all doom and gloom.

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Cracking the Code

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You want the healthiest eggs, right? But all of the different eco-labeling can make things confusing. Here’s a guide on how to read egg labels.

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Your Thyroid + Manganese

Posted by Jill McLaughlin on Oct 15, 2015

Manganese. You just don’t hear a lot about it. The term is derived from the Greek word for “magic” and indeed, the ancient Greeks regarded manganese as having magical powers.

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Eggs, Eggs, Eggs

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Eggs have been referred to as “the perfect food.” But they’re also one of the top triggers for those with food sensitivities. Let’s dig into both sides of the story.

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Your Thyroid + Magnesium

Posted by Jill McLaughlin on Oct 06, 2015

Magnesium has been nicknamed “the miracle mineral.” It’s even been called a panacea. And it’s another mineral that’s “absolutely essential” for healthy thyroid function.

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6 Things to Love About Squash

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It’s fall and squash is everywhere: butternut, buttercup, delicata, acorn, pumpkin. So how about some squash pancakes?

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Your Thyroid + Iodine, Part 2

Posted by Jill McLaughlin on Sep 30, 2015

Should you supplement with iodine? Here’s Part 2 of my take on the hotly-debated iodine controversy.

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Omega Ratio: Part 2

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You are what you eat eats. When you take animals out of their natural habitat and feed them food they’re not meant to eat, there are negative consequences for them – and us.

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Your Thyroid + Iodine, Part 1

Posted by Jill McLaughlin on Sep 24, 2015

Nary have I found a more wildly-challenged and wildly-supported health topic than whether those with hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s should supplement with – or heck, even eat foods rich in – iodine. Let’s break it down…

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In addition to Jill’s blog, she has been a health and wellness writer and contributor for many prominent blogs and websites.

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Since my work with Jill, I do not feel bloated and I sleep soundly, have energy throughout the day, and my mood is steady and positive. I have had a regular menstrual cycle, have had zero eczema flare-ups in four months, have not needed to take any allergy medication in three months, and have experienced heartburn only once in four months. Thank you, Jill, for helping me uncover the ‘”me” I knew was in there! I’m not turning back!

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