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Die-Off & How to Avoid It

For people trying an elimination diet, a 30-day challenge, or cleanse it’s important to know about die-off, aka a Herxheimer reaction, and how to avoid it.

Fermented Foods to Avoid if You Have Candida

In my many years of treating patients for Candida overgrowth, I saw a surprising number of people who were surprised to learn that eating fermented foods could actually be making their condition worse. That’s probably because a number of Candida…

3 Causes of Recurring Candida & What to Do

Are you battling with stubborn and recurring Candida overgrowth? Have you tried the Candida diet, Candida-fighting supplements, and other lifestyle changes, only to have your symptoms reappear as soon as you stop treatment? You’re not the only one. This is…

Keeping A Healthy Gut In The New Year

The new year is here! In the spirit of “new year, new you”, there’s literally no better time to fully commit yourself to achieving optimal health! As you know, total body health begins in your gut. If you support your…

6 Steps to Recover from Holiday Stress & Fatigue

The joys of the holidays are many–reconnecting with love ones, savoring traditional favorites around the table, and, of course, exchanging gifts! After hustling around decorating your home, sending out cards in a timely manner, wrapping presents, baking (gluten- and dairy-free)…

6 Best Foods for an Autoimmune or AIP Diet

The food you eat plays a HUGE role in the development of chronic illness. Lifestyle changes like following an AIP diet can be used to halt or reverse disease progression. Food is your primary source of the nutrients needed to…

4 Supplements to Repair and Recover from the Holidays

Gatherings with family and friends around the table are my favorite part of the holidays. However, holiday parties are often positively rife with foods and drinks that many of you are avoiding! Two scenarios can throw you off track during…

Avoid These 4 Things for a Healthy Gut This Holiday Season

The holidays are approaching, and amidst all of the celebrations there are also a great deal of obstacles to navigate to keep your gut as healthy as possible. Even if you’ve been following The Myers Way®, you know how easy…

The Stress & SIBO Connection

Modern life is full of chronic stressors. These are often subtly present in your life, from smart devices and increasingly long working hours, to a steadily growing to-do list and a range of commitments that bombard you from all angles….

The Myers Way® Travel Tips

I travel a lot, so I know first hand how tough it can be to stick to The Myers Way® while away from home. I have been following The Myers Way® for seven years now and can say that it…

Facing Menopause? 10 Things You MUST Do

Are you experiencing hot flashes, night sweats, weight gain, or mood swings? Chances are you are on “the menopause spectrum.” Of course, menopause doesn’t happen from one day to the next. The months or years leading up to it are…

9 Foods to Eat for Brain Health

Taking care of your brain health is more important than ever. There are more than 9.9 million new cases of dementia each year worldwide, and this figure is projected to increase to 131.5 million by 2050., Older adults are not…

Restore Gut Health with 6 Herbs and Nutrients

If you’re experiencing symptoms such as seasonal allergies, brain fog, skin issues, or hormonal imbalances, the root cause could your digestive system — specifically, leaky gut. Fortunately, you can restore gut health with 6 herbs and nutrients. Your gut is…

10 Prebiotic Foods For A Healthy Gut

Chances are, you’ve heard about the importance of probiotics, the good bacteria that help support your gut balance. However, have you heard of prebiotics? These indigestible fibers feed your good gut bacteria, making them essential to keep your gut thriving….