Best Foods for Gut Health and Weight Loss [Functional Medicine Diet Guide]

The regulatory power of hormones is something that many people often overlook when exploring their weight loss options. Functional medicine prioritizes understanding the gut-brain balance and striking a harmonious balance to support a healthier weight and lifestyle.

Functional Medicine, Food, Weight Loss, Gut HealthMegan TantilloAugust 10, 2023weight loss, digestive health, gut health, diet, food

Unlocking Vitality: Functional Medicine Strategies for Weight Loss

While many assume weight gain is all about diet choices, functional medicine recognizes the complex relationship between your body, lifestyle, hormones, and weight.

The Gut-Brain Connection

Our gut is commonly referred to as the second brain. What you eat has a massive impact on how you feel and your mental health.

Gut Health, FoodMegan TantilloFebruary 14, 2020women's health, food, prebiotic, probiotic, healthy food, gut healthComment

Dry January: Rethinking My Relationship With Alcohol

At 29, I am embarrassed to admit that I had fallen into the routine of working all day in hospital administration and coming home to enjoy a glass of wine, or two, or even three a night while cooking dinner, watching Parks and Recreation for the 1,000th time or just chatting with my husband. With a background in psychiatric mental health nursing, teaching healthy coping schools and the importance of sleep, a balanced diet and exercise, I know better.

Megan TantilloFebruary 2, 2020women's health, food, exercise, yoga, pelvic floor, prenatal, pregnancyComment

Bringing Awareness to Your Pelvic Floor Through These 3 Exercises

As a part of holistic health and overall awareness of our body, we encourage you to explore and connect with your pelvic floor, no matter where you are (trying to conceive, pregnant, postpartum, menopausal, or simply just interested!).

MovementMegan TantilloJanuary 30, 2020women's health, food, exercise, yoga, pelvic floor, prenatal, pregnancyComment

7 Natural Ways to Combat Seasonal Depression

As the winter drags on, it's common to feel a touch of cabin fever. However, if getting out of bed in the morning seems like an insurmountable task, you could have a more severe condition — seasonal depression. This disorder can make life a misery for several months each year.

Megan TantilloJanuary 29, 2020women's health, food, seasonal depression, holistic, exercise, diet, meditation, yogaComment

Pregnancy Superfoods for Each Trimester

It’s no surprise that food during pregnancy makes a difference to both you and your baby. But did you know that your nutritional needs change at different stages of your pregnancy?