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Holli Bassin
Feb 6, 20232 min read
The Knock On Effects of Stress
Guess what? We are not designed to be stressed, toxic, inflamed, infected, malnourished, & un-rested and yet still easily thrive, grow,...
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Holli Bassin
Jan 23, 20233 min read
The Truth About Vitamin D
My family and I live in the suburbs of Boston and ski at Smuggler’s Notch in Northern Vermont, so we’re outside a lot in the winter. But...
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Holli Bassin
Jan 9, 20232 min read
Your Bones Need These Things
1 in 2 women (yes, that’s 50%) of women over the age of 50 will fracture a bone due to osteoporosis. Isn’t that a terrible statistic? As...
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Holli Bassin
Dec 26, 20222 min read
Bio-Individuality and You
In my newsletter this week, I briefly discussed the concept of bio-individuality in nutrition. What is it and why is it important? As...
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Holli Bassin
Dec 12, 20222 min read
Magnesium: You’re Probably Deficient
Up to 50% of the US population is magnesium deficient. You read that right! Some estimates actually even put this number higher....
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Holli Bassin
Nov 26, 20223 min read
Healthy Coffee and Non-Coffee Alternatives: 'Shroom Through Your Day
After more than 32 months of running through the raindrops, visiting colleges with both of my daughters, going to airports, restaurants,...
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Holli Bassin
Nov 12, 20223 min read
Non-Toxic Products You Want in Your Home
Believe it or not, the toxic load you carry in your life and in your body can be extremely stressful. Toxins can come from the food we...
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Holli Bassin
Oct 31, 20223 min read
Detoxing Your Home: The Basics
I hate to be the one to break it to you, but we are surrounded by toxins. They are EVERYWHERE in our environment and in our home....
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Holli Bassin
Oct 18, 20221 min read
Roasted and stuffed vegetarian acorn squash
I love cooking with winter squash and I’m so excited they’re back in season! Here’s one of my favorites I’d love to share with you:...
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Holli Bassin
Oct 17, 20222 min read
Fats: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
Don’t let anyone tell you differently - fats are an essential part of a healthy diet. As a functional medicine health coach, I’m always...
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Holli Bassin
Oct 4, 20223 min read
The Low-Down on Low Stomach Acid
Why Should You Care About Stomach Acid? Well, because it’s really important. It denatures the protein in the food you eat. It allows your...
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Holli Bassin
Sep 19, 20222 min read
Change Up Your Breakfast
Change Up Your Breakfast Breakfast is incredibly important. It helps with weight management, energy levels, and your overall mood. It can...
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Holli Bassin
Sep 6, 20222 min read
Three Quick and Savoury Lunch Recipes
Make Ahead Vegetarian Lunches With the back-to-school season nearly upon us, we are all getting back into our regular routines. Why not...
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Holli Bassin
Aug 22, 20223 min read
All Salts Not Created Equal
Why Should You Care About Salt? As a functional medicine health coach, I’m constantly educating clients about the importance of quality...
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Holli Bassin
Aug 8, 20222 min read
A Grain of Salt (Or Two)
Staying well-hydrated is crucial for sleep, mood, cognition, organ function, regulating body temperature, and more!
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Holli Bassin
Jul 12, 20222 min read
You’re Not Just Any Body (Pt.2): Conventional Lab Tests and Your Health
What are conventional lab tests? Every year during your annual physical, your doctor may take blood to assess your health. These tests...
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Holli Bassin
Jun 27, 20224 min read
You’re Not Just Any Body (Pt.1): Functional Lab Tests and Your Health
What is functional medicine? I love to tell my clients “I teach you how to live in your body” because it’s true – every BODY is...
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Holli Bassin
Jun 14, 20222 min read
Breathing techniques to help you reduce stress
Stress can be physiological or psycho-emotional, and it can come from our environment or life circumstances. The body mostly follows the...
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Holli Bassin
May 24, 20222 min read
How to Check-In With Your Stress Levels
When we have the goal of improving our mental wellness, the first step is learning how to check in with our feelings and mood patterns....
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Holli Bassin
Apr 26, 20221 min read
3 Summer Recipes to Add Orange and Yellow Plants to Your Diet
I believe that education is foundational to making positive, sustainable lifestyle change, like increasing your plant-based diet.
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Holli Bassin
Apr 5, 20222 min read
Eat the Rainbow: Orange food improve eye health
At some point in your life, you’ve likely heard or been told to “eat carrots to improve your vision.” What is it about carrots, and other...
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Holli Bassin
Mar 16, 20223 min read
The unhealthy evolution of wheat (and what that means for your body)
Gluten-free. Over the past few years, it seems to have shown up everywhere: Our products are more clearly labeled with it, recipes and...
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Holli Bassin
Mar 10, 20222 min read
3 Ways a Functional Medicine Health Coach Can Improve your Life
So often, getting "healthy" can feel like a solitary action. But if you are struggling with allergies, headaches, insulin resistance,...
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Holli Bassin
Feb 22, 20223 min read
Is celiac disease the same as a wheat allergy?
The short answer is: no – celiac disease and wheat and gluten allergies are not the same thing. While their side-effects may appear...
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