Category: inflammation

ADHD, Allergies, anxiety, asthma, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, digestive health, fibromyalgia, food allergies, food intolerances, gluten free, health & wellness, holistic wellness, inflammation, irritable bowel syndrome, leaky gut, natural remedies, Nutrition, obesity, pediatric mental health, Shakeology, stress, superfoods

Adaptogenic Herbs: Mother Nature’s Secret Medicine

Katie Pink, RN, MSN, CPNP, PMHS, LNC

It wasn't until a few years ago that I'd even heard the term "Adaptogenic Herbs" and when I did I still wasn't quite sure what they were or what they did. Adapt means to modify, change or restructure. Adaptgenic herbs have the amazing ability to modify, change and restructure our body at a cellular level.… Continue reading Adaptogenic Herbs: Mother Nature’s Secret Medicine

chronic pain, fibromyalgia, functional fitness, health & wellness, holistic wellness, inflammation, My Story, obesity

Finding Freedom in my Fitness

Katie Pink, RN, MSN, CPNP, PMHS, LNC

I finally did it! Fitness Freedom! Sounds like an oxymoron, huh? It's really real though!! I just completed an 8-week long fitness program and only worked out 4 days a week for 30-35 minutes. It allowed me to enjoy my life and balance my fitness! GOLDEN! I proved I don't have to kill myself working… Continue reading Finding Freedom in my Fitness

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Why I Believe in My Superfoods

Katie Pink, RN, MSN, CPNP, PMHS, LNC

Superfoods...  a health term that gets thrown around A LOT these days, huh? So, what are they? Why are some foods super and some not? GOOD QUESTION! It's taken me a long time to figure it out too. If you want to know the truth, I'm still learning more every day! My superfoods have changed… Continue reading Why I Believe in My Superfoods

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What IS Gluten Anyway?? – Digestive Health Lesson #4

Katie Pink, RN, MSN, CPNP, PMHS, LNC

Gluten is the latest buzz word in nutrition. But, so many people have no idea what it is. When friends of mine with PhD's start asking for more info, it's time for an article about gluten and why it's a problem. So, What is Gluten?? Gluten is the protein found in the seed of wheat,… Continue reading What IS Gluten Anyway?? – Digestive Health Lesson #4

dairy free, digestive health, family, fibromyalgia, food intolerances, gluten, gluten free, gut health, health & wellness, holistic wellness, inflammation, Nutrition, Shakeology, stomach pain

My Family’s Grocery List

Katie Pink, RN, MSN, CPNP, PMHS, LNC

I've been asked by a few followers if I would write a grocery list of gluten free foods. That's pretty much all I buy, so I thought it wouldn't be that hard for me to share my list. This is also the list I share in my challenge groups. Be sure to check back frequently, I'll be… Continue reading My Family’s Grocery List

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Getting ‘Glutened’ is Drugging My Kid! I’ve had it!! (Digestive Health Series, Part 3)

Katie Pink, RN, MSN, CPNP, PMHS, LNC

So, What does getting 'glutened' look like? A. Laziness, fatigue B. Anxious, depressed, irritable, angry C. Disoriented, unaware, spaced out, Cognitive dysfunction D. Stomach ache, migraine, joint pain E. All of the above and then some!!! Anyone that has talked with me knows this is a hot topic for me. What bothers me the most is the… Continue reading Getting ‘Glutened’ is Drugging My Kid! I’ve had it!! (Digestive Health Series, Part 3)

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Digestive Health Lesson #2 – It all Starts with Inflammation

Katie Pink, RN, MSN, CPNP, PMHS, LNC

Dr. Tanya Edwards, director of the Center for Integrative Medicine (Cleveland), wrote that inflammation is now recognized as the underlying basis of a significant number of diseases.