Mind/Body Living, Food Hannah Loftus Mind/Body Living, Food Hannah Loftus

Minerals: the unsung heroes of gut health

When it comes to gut health, we often focus on probiotics, fiber, and fermented foods, but one vital piece that’s often overlooked is minerals. These tiny nutrients are crucial for more than just building strong bones and regulating fluids—they’re foundational to maintaining a healthy and balanced gut. Minerals are not just passengers in our body; they are the silent workers that keep our systems running smoothly, influencing everything from digestive enzyme production to maintaining our gut lining. Let’s dive into the mineral-gut connection and why these essential nutrients are key for optimizing gut health and feeling our best.

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Food, Mind/Body Living Hannah Loftus Food, Mind/Body Living Hannah Loftus

Fall cooking: Benefits of eating with the seasons + a roundup of gut-healthy fall recipes

Eating seasonally is about more than just food; it’s about reconnecting with nature, improving your health, supporting the environment, and even supporting the local economy. As we head into the fall season, I wanted to explore the numerous benefits of eating seasonally and provide my favorite nourishing & grounding fall recipes that take advantage of seasonal fruit & veg.

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Mind/Body Living, Food Hannah Loftus Mind/Body Living, Food Hannah Loftus

My top tips to fight inflammation

Inflammation is a natural process - it’s our body’s way of protecting against injury, infection, or harmful invaders. Inflammation serves as a temporary defense mechanism, aiding in the healing and recovery of our body when we are wounded or sick. However, when inflammation becomes an ongoing issue, it can have downstream effects on our health and is often the culprit behind hard-to-pinpoint symptoms. Here are my top tips for fighting inflammation.

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Mindfulness, Food Hannah Loftus Mindfulness, Food Hannah Loftus

10 tips to manage sugar cravings

“How do I manage my sugar cravings?” This is one of the most common questions I get from my clients. Even though cravings are super common, they are equally mysterious and sometimes frustrating to experience. You can’t always pinpoint where a sugar craving will come from or when it’s going to strike, making it difficult to understand how to best deal with sugar cravings.

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Mindfulness, Food, Mind/Body Living Hannah Loftus Mindfulness, Food, Mind/Body Living Hannah Loftus

Why strict diets don't work

Paleo, Keto, Whole 30, Carnivore, Low carb, Low fat, Clean Eating ... you’ve probably heard them all at some point or another. Maybe you’ve even tried one or two of these ‘all promising’ weight loss diets before, only to experience increased hunger, feelings of deprivation, and zero results. In this post, you’ll learn why strict dieting is ineffective + what I recommend you do instead to reach your goals AND feel like the healthiest, happiest version of yourself today and everyday.

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Food, Mind/Body Living Hannah Loftus Food, Mind/Body Living Hannah Loftus

My Go-To for Gut Health, Detox & Inflammation

If you know me, you know I love using natural herbs & supplements to support gut health, energy, detoxification, sleep, & skin. There’s so much power in using the right ingredients to support your health & well-being. However, I also know that the world of herbs & supplements can be really overwhelming, and many people struggle to stick with a solid supplement routine long-term.

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Skin, Food, Mind/Body Living Hannah Loftus Skin, Food, Mind/Body Living Hannah Loftus

Everything you need to know about detoxing...

Detoxing has become quite the buzzword in recent years. Your body has its own internal detoxing process with help from your liver and kidneys. This system works incredibly well to flush out toxins, pathogens and unwanted chemicals. That being said, sometimes toxicity can build up. In these cases, there are many ways to enhance and support the body’s detoxification process naturally.

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Food, Mindfulness Hannah Loftus Food, Mindfulness Hannah Loftus

Is coffee good for you? A deep dive into the benefits + drawbacks of caffeine

Caffeine is a controversial topic in wellness culture, and a lot of times it gets a bad reputation. But just like everything in wellness, it all comes down to how it affects your body and makes you feel. The beauty of being human is that what works for you may not work for the person standing next to you. So, remember that just because someone chooses not to drink caffeine doesn’t mean that you are “unhealthy” by keeping coffee in your morning ritual.

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Mindfulness, Food, Sleep, Mind/Body Living Hannah Loftus Mindfulness, Food, Sleep, Mind/Body Living Hannah Loftus

5 reasons you should prioritize blood sugar

Many people think blood sugar is only something to worry about if you have diabetes, but this topic is important for everyone. Blood sugar is often overlooked when people feel off balance, but a lot of common problems (including hormones/hormone imbalance, fatigue, cravings, weight gain, and skin problems) can be improved by simple shifts that balance blood sugar.

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Travel, Food Alex Shearer Travel, Food Alex Shearer

Saint Barthélemy

I’m just going to start by saying: St. Barts is worth the hype. No question about it. Of course, any island in the Caribbean is beautiful, but what is so special about this one?? I don’t even know if I can answer that fully. You might have to just see it for yourself. No matter what draws you in, you’ll want to go back. I promise.

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Food, Travel Alex Shearer Food, Travel Alex Shearer

Cabo Guide: where to stay, where to eat, and what to do

Cabo is definitely my go-to. I’ve visited many many times in the last 10 years and I keep going back. It’s a place with good food, good drinks, and good fun. In my opinion, there are two types of Cabo - “adult” Cabo and “spring break” Cabo. I would even go as far as to say there is “adult spring break” Cabo. Here are my recs for ANY type of Cabo…

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