Appleton Magazine

Appleton Magazine, April 2018 View PDF

Endocrine Disruptors Endocrine disruptors are chemicals that can interfere with endocrine (or hormone) systems at certain doses. These disruptions can cause cancerous tumors, birth defects, and other developmental disorders. Any system in the body controlled by hormones can be derailed by hormone disruptors. Exposure to insecticides and pesticides – on foods (so buying organic is important and outside (lawn care) …

Endocrine Disruptors Read More »

Follicular phase:  Focus on light, fresh and vibrant foods (& lots of avocado!) to feel energized. Think fermented veggies & sauerkraut, salads with lightly steamed or sautéed veggies, green lentils, sprouted nuts and seeds, citrus fruits, vinegar based dressings, olives, cashew butter, ground flax oatmeal, dairy-free yogurt, etc. Ovulatory phase: Fill up on light, fiber-filled …

Menstrual Cycle Nutrition Read More »