1 bunch of dried organic kelp, torn into smaller pieces 1 pound of wild-caught Gulf shrimp, peeled, deveined and well rinsed in filtered water 6 cups of filtered water 2 tablespoons organic red miso, placed in a medium-sized bowl 1/2 cup button mushrooms, sliced thin...
Hormone Balance
Better Breast Health: Eat These 3 Foods
The Big 3 | Eat More Eating more of the following foods is key to supporting your breast health. 1. Organic Leafy Greens Leafy greens are a rich source of vitamins, like mood-balancing folate; hard-to-get minerals, like magnesium; high in fiber and...
Protect Your Breasts: Avoid / Limit the Big 3
There are many steps toward breast health that you can take; for example, moving your body daily; sleeping 7 to 9 hours every night; using non-toxic personal care and household products; doing regular breast self-exam, engaging in positive self-talk and managing...
Your Breasts: What You Need to Know
Female breasts are considered the essence of femininity. Breasts have been glorified for their beauty and ability to nourish new life. Breasts have also been vilified (e.g., breastfeeding in public). And, from bustiers and push-up bras, to silicone and saline...
Understanding Estrogen: How It Affects Breast Health
Estrogen is the hormone that gives women their curves—hips and breasts. In the right amount, estrogen enables a woman to focus (no brain fog!) and contributes to balanced mood (no mood swings!), a timely (and pain-free) menstrual cycle and a healthy libido. Estrogen...
Choosing Green: How to do a Chemical Cleanse
Are you ready to step into the green and do a spring chemical cleanse? Environmental toxins have been top-of-mind for many people after a Norfolk Southern train, loaded with hazardous materials, derailed in East Palestine, Ohio on February 3rd. East Palestine...
Is Coffee “Healthy” for Us?
The short answer is: ...it depends... According to the 2022 National Coffee Data Trends report, 66% of Americans now drink coffee every day. Coffee consumption increased 14% since January 2021 and is at a two-decade all-time high. Americans now drink more coffee than...
The Benefits of Eating a Large First-Meal-of-the-Day
Before I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, now, almost 10 years ago, my version of a “healthy” breakfast was much different than it is now. Back in the day, I would start my day with a big moka pot of espresso and something yummy—perhaps, a baked good from...
Chicory & Romaine Salad with Mustard-Shallot Vinaigrette
Foods that are high in water can contribute to overall hydration. Bonus: they are also ideal fat-loss foods because, in addition to being high in water, they also contain fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. High water vegetables, like radishes, are low in...
Arugula, Red Radish and Pumpkin Seed Salad
Arugula, Radish and Pumpkin Seed Salad Serves 4 to 6 1 large bag organic wild arugula (baby or regular) and / or other mixed organic greens (e.g., mesclun) 3 to 4 red radishes, well washed, ends trimmed, sliced thinly 3 organic scallions, well washed, green...
Hi, I’m Kathryn Matthews. As a Board Certified Functional Health Coach, I help clients reclaim their energy, vitality and well-being. I want you to feel empowered about taking charge of YOUR health! To learn more, see About Kathryn.