Posts by Karen Berrios
Overnight Oats with Hemp Seeds and Berries for Hormonal Health
Ingredients: 1/2 cup rolled oats. 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk. 1 tablespoon hemp seeds. 1/2 cup mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries). 1 teaspoon honey. 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon Instructions: In a mason jar or bowl, combine the oats, almond milk, hemp seeds, and cinnamon. Stir well to ensure the oats are fully covered with the liquid. Cover…
Read MoreUnderstanding BHRT: How Bioidentical Hormones Differ from Traditional Hormone Therapy
In the past decade, bioidentical hormones and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy have become extremely popular with patients suffering from specific hormonal imbalances. This specific kind of therapy promises better results than traditional treatments, lowering the risk of adverse side effects, and advocates as being safer and more natural overall. Still, the lack of FDA oversight…
Read MoreMetabolic health – Is Cancer a Metabolic Disease?
Metabolic health is the cornerstone of overall well-being, influencing everything from energy levels to disease prevention. A growing body of research suggests that maintaining optimal metabolic function is crucial in combating chronic diseases, including cancer. I recently attended The 33rd Annual Spring Congress with A4M which was a transformative experience as it aimed to provide…
Read More10 Easy Ways to Prevent Cancer Now
Let me preface this by saying that nothing about cancer is easy, but there are definitely some things that are in your control that can help you prevent this serious disease here and now. Many people believe that due to so many aspects of cancer we still don’t know much about, it’s out of their…
Read MoreMay 25th – World Thyroid Day
The thyroid gland plays some of the most important roles in the human body, from controlling metabolism and body temperature to digestion and even the reproductive system. Its optimal function is essential for overall health and longevity, and it’s usually not until we start developing problems that we turn our attention to supporting this butterfly-shaped…
Read MoreHealing Thyroid Cancer Naturally
Thyroid cancer is probably the hardest thyroid diagnosis to receive, but once you do, you begin to see your life completely differently. You start analyzing your lifestyle, daily routines, to-do lists, and everything you consume. You also start thinking about how much you move and how big the impact of stress is on your life.…
Read MoreHere’s the Truth About the Limiting Beliefs That Control You
Limiting Beliefs. We all have beliefs that help guide us through life. Some of them are societal, while others come from our own experience. But while some are inherently good for us and help us learn how to behave in our community, others might be detrimental to our personal growth and prevent us from achieving…
Read MoreHow to Do a Sugar Detox (& Why Everyone Should)
Sugar Detox. Sugar is a naturally occurring component of many foods, and its main role in our bodies is to provide energy. Still, we live in a world where added sugars are becoming almost impossible to avoid, and they are becoming extremely detrimental to our health. Overindulgence in sugars has been linked to a variety…
Read More7 Lifestyle Strategies to Improve Your Heart Health
7 Lifestyle Strategies. During my healing journey, I realized how many different things go into play for every aspect of health. Focusing on just one part of it wasn’t going to help me, and I needed to find tools that improve everything, from my immune system and hormones to mental and heart health. Only by…
Read MoreNeural Pathways of Pain: Unveiling the Connection Between Emotions and Physical Sensations
Neural Pathways of Pain. Emotional and physical pain may have their obvious differences, but the way our minds and bodies react to them is more similar than you think. It’s not uncommon to feel a pit in your stomach, chest pain, headaches, and even whole-body aches whenever there’s an emotional stressor, even without any physical…
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