What is the main driver of male vitality and overall quality of life? For men, it is having a healthy (optimal) level of testosterone. Unfortunately—as I have experienced both as a practitioner and personally—men rarely prioritize self-care. Men tend to ignore,...
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Ultra-processed Foods and Your Health
Are your food choices and/or meals driven by convenience? I get it. Having lived in New York City my entire adult life, I understand how easy it is NOT to cook in a city with thousands upon thousands of restaurants, eateries, food carts, etc.—especially after a long...
Your Health: 7 Tips for Cultivating a Growth Mindset
When it comes to your health and well-being, are you ready to adopt a growth mindset in the New Year? (We’ll circle back to what a growth mindset is in a moment). If you are … a gift from me to you: 25% off through January 9th on a Food & Lifestyle Review...
7 Everyday Relaxation Strategies
How do you relax? Modern culture rewards busyness and productivity. However, humans are NOT machines or bots that can toil tirelessly and efficiently without breaks! Humans are energy beings. The ebb and flow of our energy not only fluctuates throughout the day but is...
Men’s Health: 5 Key Metabolic Health Markers
Let’s talk about men’s health... June is Men’s Health month, a time designated to increase awareness of preventable health problems among men. It is always a good time to be proactive about your health, but making healthier food and lifestyle choices can feel easier...
11 Tips for Practicing Safe Sun
Do you practice safe sun? This may seem like an antiquated question, yet… Despite the proliferation of sun care products—an estimated $16.84 billion global market size by 2027—skin cancer is still the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the US (1, 2). Melanoma of the...
DIY All-Purpose Household Cleaner
This easy-to-make all-purpose household cleaner calls for just 4 ingredients: water, vinegar, essential oil(s) and rubbing alcohol. Best of all, it is free of toxic chemicals, including phthalates that masquerade as "fragrance". Plant-based essential oils impart a...
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...
The Power of Sleep
Are you in a committed—or casual—relationship with sleep? Sleep is one of the most potent, natural healing processes, that we, as humans, have been gifted. Yet, many people dismiss sleep as important—or even necessary. Though public health messages have emphasized the...
How to Fight 7 Sleep Robbers
In our 24-7 go-go culture, we undervalue sleep. Yet, getting enough quality sleep is critical for repairing your body, balancing your hormones and weight management, as well as for fat loss and building muscle. Unfortunately, for many of us, simply going to bed early...
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.