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Why Pain Science Belongs in Every Health Professional’s Library
Savannah Helm
Chronic pain is no longer a niche clinical issue. It is a defining public health challenge. Nearly one in four adults reports living with chronic pain, and new cases of chronic pain now outpace diagnoses of diabetes, hypertension, and depression1. For nutrition and health professionals working on the front lines of prevention, lifestyle intervention, and behavior change, pain is not a specialty topic. It is foundational.
Latching Well: Integrative Insights for Health Professionals Supporting New Moms
Savannah Helm
Breastfeeding is one of the most important—and sometimes most vulnerable—stages in the nutrition journey for a new mom and baby. While it is often described as “natural,” many new mothers experience significant challenges in the early weeks. For health professionals working with families, having the tools to address these barriers with evidence-based strategies and whole-person care is essential.
Fueling the Finish: Why Post-Exercise Nutrition Is the Key to Recovery and Performance
Savannah Helm
For athletes, recovery begins the moment exercise ends. Choices made in the hours after exercise determine how well the body repairs, adapts, and performs in the next exercise session. Strategic post-exercise nutrition is essential for optimizing glycogen restoration, muscle recovery, and hydration.
Here’s what every sports nutrition professional needs to know to help athletes refuel, rebuild, and rehydrate efficiently.
The New Menopause: Rethinking Hormones, Health, and the Next Chapter of Women’s Wellness
Savannah Helm
For decades, menopause was spoken about in hushed tones. It was a life stage to be endured rather than embraced. But the conversation is changing. With new research reshaping our understanding of hormonal health, cardiovascular protection, and cognitive resilience, menopause is being redefined not as the end of vitality, but as an opportunity to optimize it. Welcome to the new menopause.
Plant-Fed Kidneys
Savannah Helm
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a serious health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While various treatment strategies exist, one of the most effective yet underutilized approaches is a low-protein diet centered on plant-based proteins. Research consistently demonstrates that reducing protein intake can slow CKD progression, and substituting animal protein with plant-based sources provides additional benefits, including reduced cardiovascular risk and improved overall health outcomes.