Digestion

Marie Belzile-Davidson, MS, RDN, LD

Everything You Need to Know About the Gut-Brain Axis

Our brain, or "command central part 1" as I like to think of it, is connected to every part of our body. The link between our brain and...

Marie Belzile-Davidson, MS, RDN, LD

How Food Affects Your Mood

When you are feeling down, what do you tend to gravitate towards? Binge-watching your favorite series of the moment? Calling a good...

Marie Belzile-Davidson, MS, RDN, LD

Are you getting enough fiber from your diet?

At The Functional Kitchen, we like to think of fiber as nature's broom for our digestive system. Before we dive into the benefits of...

Marie Belzile-Davidson, MS, RDN, LD

All about collagen peptides and why we love them!

If you have been following The Functional Kitchen for a while now, you know we love collagen peptides! In this post, we will cover what...

Marie Belzile-Davidson, MS, RDN, LD

Understanding Constipation and How to Relieve it

Are we really going to talk about poop? Yes, we are! The truth is, your bowel movements can provide valuable insight into the health of...

Marie Belzile-Davidson, MS, RDN, LD

What the heck is leaky gut?

Harvard Health calls it a “medical mystery” and “mysterious ailment.” It’s been linked to everything from gut troubles, to autoimmune...

Marie Belzile-Davidson, MS, RDN, LD

Improving Nutrition and Digestion through Stress Management and Self-Care - Holiday Edition

Let's get this out of the way right off the bat - the holidays look different this year because, well, life looks different this year!...

Marie Belzile-Davidson, MS Nutrition Student

Mindful Eating: A Simple and Useful Tool for Optimizing Digestion

When it comes to good nutrition and overall health, it’s not just about what we eat but also how we eat. We could be planning and eating...

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