I recently rediscovered potatoes at my local organic farm market. It’s a bit ironic because eating potatoes has never appealed to me. I don’t enjoy eating French fries (or frites), mashed potatoes, or even the classic Russet variety “baked potato”. This is likely...
Do you believe—or have you been told—that having “high cholesterol” increases your risk of heart disease? Compared to this Advanced Cholesterol Panel, the standard cholesterol panel, which includes Total Cholesterol; LDL (“bad) cholesterol; HDL (“good”) cholesterol...
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...
Is losing weight a top-of-mind health goal for you? You are not alone. Your hope to lose weight has kept the weight loss and weight management market—companies like Jenny Craig, Weight Watchers, Nutrisystem, Herbalife, Golds’ Gym, etc.—raking in BIG bucks—at a...
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...
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...
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.