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We’re juggling work, family, and endless to-do lists, all while reaching for whatever is convenient to eat. But what if we changed our relationship with food? What if eating became more than just nourishment, but also a source of joy, fulfillment, and peace? This is the essence of mindful nutrition—a practice that encourages us to […]

As we move through September, it’s a great time to refocus on self-care, stress management, and building healthy routines. At Women Rise, we believe that everyone has unique wellness superpowers—those strengths that help you thrive in both your personal and professional life. Here’s how you can harness and celebrate your wellness superpowers this month 1) […]

Author: Angela Trotter, M.S., CNS, AFMCP, Clinical Functional Nutritionist When it comes to feeding baby, there are options. While there can be so many thoughts, beliefs, and emotions regarding the types of feeding used, we acknowledge that there are many factors that can impact this choice. In honor of Breastfeeding awareness month, we will solely […]

Do you have a safe space? As nurturers, wives, mothers, sisters, professionals, and caregivers, we desire to provide spaces that are conducive to rest,  play, order, creativity, safety, nurturance, and comfort. However, oftentimes, we don’t give ourselves permission to find or retreat to that safe space for ourselves.  Beyond those four walls, we know that […]

Author: Angela Trotter, M.S., CNS, AFMCP, Clinical Functional Nutritionist Care for your Heart Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of morbidity and mortality here in the U.S and is the #1 killer of women. Despite an increase in awareness over the past decades, only about half (56%) of women recognize it as their leading […]

Author: Angela Trotter, M.S., CNS, AFMCP, Clinical Functional Nutritionist Did you know that women are more likely than men to have thyroid disease? In fact, According to the American Thyroid Association, one in eight women will develop thyroid problems during her lifetime! In women, thyroid disease can cause problems with the menstrual cycle, problems during […]

Author: Angela Trotter, M.S., CNS, AFMCP, Clinical Functional Nutritionist Winter has arrived, and with winter comes…DRY AIR!  With less humidity in the air, this can leave our skin feeling dry, flakey, and irritated.   So as we are entering the winter months, what are some ways we can support our internal, and external environment to […]

Author: Angela Trotter, M.S., CNS, AFMCP, Clinical Functional Nutritionist We have all met someone, or know someone close to us who has had a battle with breast cancer.  1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in their lifetime, and we are still seeing the rates of breast cancer climbing for women […]