Adaptogens have long been associated with increasing energy, enhancing stamina, and reducing fatigue. They encourage physical work capacity and mental performance. Often referred to as “tonics” or “elixirs” – they have far reaching effects on overall physiological health, supporting immune, cardiovascular, and endocrine functions. At the same time, they help the body to adapt to
Dr. Shawn's Blog
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Recent Blogs
Earlier today, I answered several questions for a journalist about the “benefits of eating 30 plants per week” – what I Teach to my students as the “30 Plant Challenge” Here are her questions – and my answers – hope you find them helpful… The “30 plant challenge” is something that I recommend to ALL
Here’s What the Science Actually Says… The idea that prebiotics – those gut-friendly fibers that feed your microbiome – could “cure” autism is a bold claim, and one that needs serious unpacking. While there is growing evidence that gut health plays a powerful role in neurodevelopmental disorders like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), it’s essential to
The gut-brain connection has become a hot topic in mental wellness, and for good reason. Over the last decade or two, emerging science has been showing more and more that what’s happening in our gut can directly impact our mood, anxiety levels, and even our resilience to stress. But can probiotics really “cure” depression and
Gout – aka the “disease of kings” has made a comeback, but not because we’re all feasting on roasted boar (red meat) and mead (fructose) – but because our gut microbiome is in a sad state of imbalance (dysbiosis). Today, nearly 9 million Americans suffer from this painful inflammatory condition, and no, it’s not just
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) occurs when an excess of bacteria, normally found in the large intestine, colonizes the small intestine, leading to symptoms like bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation, nutrient malabsorption and generalized feelings of fatigue, brain fog, and irritability. For SIBO, I like to recommend a 14-day “Gut Reset” protocol that includes simple dietary
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