Sarah Canfield
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Unlocking the Power of Choline
in NutritionAt the UltraWellness Center, we focus on identifying and addressing the root causes of health concerns. Many times, I find that patients just aren’t eating the nutrients they need to support vitality. One often-overlooked nutrient that plays a pivotal role in overall health is choline. This essential nutrient is crucial for a range of bodily functions,…
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Nutrition to Support Lean Muscle Mass
As a nutritionist at The UltraWellness Center, one of the most common questions I get is ‘how do I put on muscle?’ There are several factors that play into fueling muscle growth. Two of the most important are a good resistance training routine and nutritional cofactors. Strength training is a great tool to initiate muscle…
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Food for Fertility Series: Spotlight on Endometriosis
There was a time when I considered almost debilitating pain, constipation, and overwhelming fatigue around my period to be normal. I was told this was normal by many doctors starting at around the age of 17. The only treatment I received was a prescription for birth control and the option to “skip periods” if I…
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Detox Breakfast Bowl
Flaxseed is high soluble fiber which can help manage blood sugar and promote a healthy and robust microbiome, it is also considered a phytoestrogen (plant-based estrogen source). Flaxseed contains lignans and omega-3 fatty acids. Lignans are antioxidants with weak estrogen-emulating characteristics and have some anti-cancer effects. Flaxseed also appears to have anti-estrogen properties and has…
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Coffee: Good or Bad?
Coffee has long since been regarded as a relative pariah in the health and nutrition world. Newer research, however, suggests that your morning Americano may have some hidden health benefits. Traditional roasted coffee has over 1,000 bioactive compounds, many of which contain therapeutic antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-fibrotic, and anti-carcinogenic effects. In fact, most Americans get more…
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Anti-Inflammatory Salmon Caesar (AIP/Paleo/Elimination Diet Approved)
Ingredients For Marinade: ¼ cup coconut milk (full fat) ¾ tsp turmeric 1 tbsp grated ginger 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp lemon juice 3 tbsp avocado oil 2 tsp maple syrup (optional) 1lb large thickly cut filet of wild salmon For Salad: 1lb bag of romaine lettuce (cut into pieces) Other veggies of choice or toppings…
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Grain Free Chocolate Donuts with Strawberry Icing
Looking for a sweet treat this Valentine’s Day? Try this recipe by nutritionist Sarah Canfield. Servings: Makes 6 donuts Serving size: 1 donut INGREDIENTS For the Donut Batter: 2 large eggs ⅓ cup almond flour 1 tsp organic monk fruit sweetener (optional) ¼ cup ghee ⅓ cup nut butter (macadamia, almond, etc.) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ⅓ cup + 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa…
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Detox WITH Food
It’s a new year, and with the abundance of the holidays behind us, many people start to think about ways they can reset and recharge their bodies. When we think of “detoxing,” the concepts of juice fasting, master cleanses, and even water fasting often come to mind as ways to boost autophagy and reset our…
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Rainbow Grain-Free Stuffing
Thanksgiving is around the corner. Rainbow Grain-Free Stuffing is a great dish to have on your table this year. (serves 6) Ingredients: 5 cups colorful root vegetables, chopped (parsnips, turnips, celeriac, carrots, beets, etc.) 2 cups chopped shitake and oyster mushrooms (or mushrooms of choice) 1 cup finely chopped nuts (pecans, walnuts, etc.) 1 shallot, minced 2…
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Gut-Healing Coconut Yogurt Parfaits
Many of the patients I see at The UltraWellness Center suffer from some degree of microbiome imbalance. Repopulating the gut flora while trying to keep inflammation low by removing food sensitivities such as dairy can be challenging. This recipe is a great addition if you are looking to add probiotic rich foods, prebiotic antioxidant rich…