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Empaths: Protect Your Health

Posted by Healthful Elements Staff

The nervous system of an empathic person may operate differently and they can run a high risk of burnout and increased physical and emotional health concerns. If you’re highly sensitive, here’s how to protect yourself and your wellbeing.

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"Thyroid Skin" SOS

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Cold, dry winter months can wreak havoc on skin health, especially if you have hypothyroidism. But with these simple strategies, I’ve seen “problem skin” resolve in a matter of a few days.

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Keto + Hypo = A Good Combo?

Posted by Jill McLaughlin on Jan 11, 2018

There are many ways to lose weight without deprivation and restriction. But is a ketogenic diet recommended for those with Hashimoto’s?

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5 Steps to Total Gut Healing

Posted by Jill McLaughlin on Nov 30, 2017

The 5R approach is a straightforward program for healing the gut and promoting optimal digestion and nutrient assimilation, boosting good gut bacteria, and detoxing. And it’s not as difficult as it sounds!

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Easy Ingredient Swaps

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Having a food sensitivity or intolerance doesn’t mean that you can never eat your favorite foods. With just a little know-how, you can whip up most any recipe with delicious and health-giving swaps. Here’s how to do it.

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Hashimoto's Prevention and Management

Posted by Jill McLaughlin on Sep 30, 2017

There are four overarching (and important) questions that we’ve been getting related to our Essential Thyroid Cookbook – all related to Hashimoto’s and autoimmunity prevention and management. We address all of them in this post, including…what if someone has had a thyroidectomy?

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"You're a Tough Nut to Crack..."

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Most of our clients have asked their prior practitioners, “Why do I still feel so badly when I’m doing everything ‘right?’” To which they often hear, “I dunno, you’re a tough nut to crack.” Here are my theories on why this is so prevalent…

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The Adrenal Thyroid Revolution

Posted by Jill McLaughlin on Jan 26, 2017

Dr. Aviva Romm truly brings one of the most unique perspectives to women’s health we’ve seen. And that perspective is powerfully reflected in her new book, The Adrenal Thyroid Revolution.

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In Defense of Legumes

Posted by Jill McLaughlin on Oct 06, 2016

The nutritional benefits of legumes are too far-reaching to ignore. In moderation, legumes and beans can be part of a healing diet, even for those with autoimmunity.

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In Defense of Grains

Posted by Jill McLaughlin on Aug 11, 2016

Are grains categorically bad for everyone with autoimmunity? New research is showing that true whole grains, when prepared properly, improve the health of our gut microbiome. Yes, this flies in the face of everything we’ve been told.

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