Posts by Karen Berrios
What is Candida and How to Treat it Naturally?
Whenever we feel sick or ill, our mind goes to bacteria, viruses, and potential food-related causes of our symptoms. There are plenty of other causes that can be just as detrimental to our health, from environmental toxins and hormone disruptors to autoimmune diseases and fungi. Candida is a type of fungus that exists in many…
Read MoreWhat is Gaslighting and Why it is so Damaging?
A term you’ve most likely been hearing over and over again has become a very real representation of a toxic behavior one experiences in relationships. And they don’t even have to be of romantic nature. Gaslighting is a form of behavior that implies that your own version of specific past events is questionable. It makes…
Read MoreCan Cancer be Caused by Childhood Trauma?
Childhood Trauma. The exact causes of cancer are still not completely known, but there are plenty of factors that are known to contribute to it. Inflammation, malnutrition, severe sleep disorders, and stress are all able to cause mutations in your cells and potentially make them harmful and cancerous. Trauma, and specifically childhood trauma leaves long-term…
Read MoreHow to Prepare For an Economic Collapse?
Economic Collapse. Life post-Covid seems to be mask-free, but we’re left to deal with what could potentially be another massive economic collapse, bringing us back to 2008. At the time, the majority of the people were stunned and shocked by the financial crisis, unable to prepare for it. This time, we basically have the opportunity…
Read MoreHow Iodine Helps My Thyroid?
If anyone in your surroundings ever had any issues with their thyroid, there’s a good chance you heard about iodine. This micronutrient plays one of the most important roles in the health of your thyroid and it’s important to keep it in balance. Having too much iodine in your system is just as detrimental as…
Read MoreFood Intolerances: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments
Food intolerances, also called food sensitivities, have become one of the most prevalent issues people face these days, with a variety of gastrointestinal and skin problems which leave them feeling helpless and frustrated. Getting to the bottom of their issues and fixing their problems with food is crucial in order for them to heal and…
Read MoreWorld Thyroid Day
Every year, on May 25th, we celebrate World Thyroid Day and mark the importance of this amazing gland that’s governing our entire body. It’s not just a day to reflect and post Instagram photos, it’s a day to become more present, more mindful, and more observant of the signs your thyroid gland may be sending…
Read MoreThyroid Healing Recipe: Ginger, Rhubarb, and Apple Galette with Yacon Syrup
This galette is designed to enhance thyroid Healing Recipe, utilizing seasonal ingredients like rhubarb, combined with powerful superfoods such as ginger, yacon syrup, and rhubarb. Rhubarb, often considered a vegetable, is rich in vitamin K1, calcium, vitamin C, and potassium. The use of coconut sugar and low-glycemic yacon syrup makes this recipe suitable even for…
Read MoreHair Loss and Thyroid Disorders
Thyroid disorders and diseases are connected to a large variety of symptoms that can range from changes in weight and energy levels to skin dryness and hair loss. And not everyone is affected the same or experiences the same symptoms. The thyroid gland and its connection to the pituitary gland and hypothalamus are the masters…
Read MoreCranberry, Yacon & Ginger Cookies
Cookies are the ultimate dessert – they can be a satisfying snack, an after-dinner sweet tooth craving, or even a nutrient-rich breakfast. They just have to contain the right ingredients. Surprise your mom this Mother’s Day and let her indulge in these delicious superfood cookies. These cranberry, yacon, and ginger cookies are dairy-free, gluten-free, soy-free,…
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