Healthy Summer Snacks for the Pool and BeachSummer is here, and with it comes sun-soaked days at the pool or beach! Whether you’re lounging with friends or wrangling little ones by the water, having nutritious, portable snacks is key to keeping everyone energized and happy. At Wild Rice Wellness, I’m...
Top 10 Healthy Travel Tips for Spring Break Spring break is a time to relax and recharge, but travel can also bring stress, fatigue, and immune challenges. With a functional medicine approach, you can keep your family feeling their best while enjoying your trip - but also not stressing so...
CGM for Everyone!In today’s fast-paced world, staying on top of your health can feel overwhelming. Between managing work, family, and daily life, many women put their own well-being on the back burner. But what if there was a tool that could help you take control of your health, make informed...
What’s the Deal with Food Dyes? A Mom’s Guide to Food ColoringAs a functional medicine practitioner and a fellow mom, I know how colorful snacks can catch a child’s eye (and honestly, make them beg for that neon-blue slushy or rainbow colored gummies). They look so fun, why wouldn't they?!...
The Gift of HealthThe holiday season is a time for connection, gratitude, and joy—but it can also bring stress, overindulgence, and a sense of imbalance. As a functional medicine expert, I believe the key to thriving during the holidays lies in finding harmony between celebrating and nourishing your body. The...
Health through the HolidaysThe holiday season is a time of celebration, connection, and, let’s face it, indulgence. While the warmth of shared meals and festive treats feeds the soul, it can also wreak havoc on health if we’re not mindful. As a functional medicine practitioner, I want to help you...
Maintaining Metabolic HealthMetabolic health refers to how efficiently your body creates and uses energy to fuel its systems. It's more than just maintaining a healthy weight—it's the foundation for overall wellness, influencing everything from energy levels and mood to the risk of chronic disease. A metabolically healthy body optimally balances...
Understanding Inflammation Inflammation is a natural and essential biological response. It’s the body’s defense mechanism, designed to protect us from harm by isolating and neutralizing pathogens, damaged cells, or irritants. However, when inflammation becomes chronic, it can lead to a host of health issues, from autoimmune disorders to cardiovascular disease. By...
My Journey to Functional Medicine Working in healthcare since 2010, my views on health and how I practice have changed over the years and my journey to Functional Medicine was not what I anticipated. I have always been interested in living a healthy, active life and believed in the power of...
