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What is Functional Medicine?
What is Functional Medicine? by Kirsten Petersen, DC When you go to a traditional doctor with a set a symptoms, you usually leave with a diagnosis. You may also get a prescription, or some other type of recommended treatment to help with the symptoms. But rarely do...
Autumn Roasted Vegetable Salad
Autumn Roasted Vegetable Salad About this Recipe This colorful vegetable salad based on a dish at True Food Kitchen showcases the flavors of fall, and provides lots of detoxifying compounds in the form of cruciferous veggies. Brussels sprouts, butternut squash and...
Creating a Powerful Morning Ritual
Think of your decisions first thing in the morning as setting the tone for the rest of your day. It's tempting to go right to the external world after exiting dreamland. But try to hang on to that clean slate for just a little while, intentionally building a strong...
Coconut Key Lime Pie
Coconut Key Lime Pie This dreamy, creamy summertime treat is low-carb, keto-friendly and is easy to make. By: Kirsten Petersen, DC This pie saved the day at my mother's birthday celebration last month, as she follows a keto diet to target her...
10 Tips for Alignment and Natural Movement at Home
Many of us are spending more time at home lately, and this gives us an opportunity to set things up just how we like 'em! Read on for some simple ways to create a home space that encourages movement and alignment like nature intended. Install a bar to hang from in a...
Superfood Smoothies
Smoothies are an easy and refreshing way to pack in the nutrients, especially on these hot summer days when our appetites call for lighter fare. I like the daily challenge of including as many healthy foods as possible and still keeping it palatable! Admittedly, some...
Four Steps to Fasting
Four Steps to Fasting Fasting can help prevent chronic disease, optimize hormones, aid in weight loss, and bring many other anti-aging benefits when done smartly and safely. This includes the more approachable intermittent fasting, which shortens your daily eating...