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Marie Belzile-Davidson, MS, RDN, LD

How to Maximize Your Nutrient Absorption From Food

I see you - working hard to build balanced meals out of a variety of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, healthy fats, and quality protein....

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, Dietetic Intern

Food Allergies vs. Sensitivities vs. Intolerances

Ever wonder what the differences are between a food allergy, a food sensitivity, and a food intolerance? All three of these are food...

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

How to Snack Better

Say the word “snack” and I immediately start to get hungry. Having a snack between lunch and dinner is a regular part of my day and it...

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...

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