Everything You Need to Know About Creatine and its Benefits

Creatine is one of the most popular sports nutrition products, and for good reason; it is one of the only legal ergogenic aids, has very few side effects, and boasts a plethora of benefits.  In numerous studies, creatine has been shown to boost athletic performance,...

Sports Nutrition Deep Dive From Maddie Hays, MSN, CN

Nourishing our bodies with quality food is one of the best ways we can ensure longevity, movement, and optimal function. Here at Starkel Nutrition, as functional medicine nutritionists, we’re all about promoting the benefits of a whole foods-based diet. However,...

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...

Spring Allergies A Case Study

This is a transitional time of year in which we emerge from the winter’s gloom into the gentle sunshine, surrounded by beautifully blooming flowers and the green that tells us that warmer days are on the horizon. Although it is a wonderful time of renewal, it bears...

Seasonal Allergies A Case Study

Congestion, sore throat, headaches, sneezing, fatigue…Is it allergies or COVID? This spring, it may be hard to tell. The two can share similar symptoms, so it is important to continue getting tested for COVID. However, once COVID and other infections are ruled out,...