The Connection Between Endometriosis and Digestive Issues

For those women of reproductive age who are experiencing digestive issues, there may be another cause besides irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Endometriosis can cause many of the same kinds of digestive issues symptoms, but be overlooked with the assumption it’s just...

Inflammation, A Common Experience A Case Study

A common experience among our clients here at Starkel Nutrition is inflammation of some sort. Inflammation is a normal process that we all experience. It is the body’s reaction to injury, infection, or disease. There are foods that might be promoting...

A Gastrointestinal Case Study

Some of the most common complaints we receive from clients are about gastrointestinal (GI) issues. They are widely common. In fact, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, approximately 60 to 70 million Americans are...

Immunity in the Spring: A Case Study

One commonly overlooked aspect of immune function resides in a very unglamorous part of our bodies: our guts. Our gut bacteria modulates our immune function and does a lot of the heavy lifting when it comes to defending us against parasites, bacteria, and yes, even...

Managing Stress & Anxiety for Weight Loss Tips & Tricks

You are probably familiar with how stress and anxiety make you feel– uncomfortable! While these all-too-familiar experiences may start to feel “normal”-  it’s worth taking a closer look at the impact they have on your health. The reality is that stress and anxiety...