Winter Greens Salad Recipe With Farro & Lemon-Miso Dressing

Winter Greens Salad Recipe With Farro & Lemon-Miso Dressing

This is a hearty winter salad that is loaded with nourishing fats and dark leafy greens. It is a perfect side dish for anyone still looking to finalize their Christmas dinner menu! Or, to make it a complete meal, we recommend topping this salad with grilled salmon, chicken or steak, or white beans.

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Jane’s Perimenopause Journey A Case Study

Jane’s Perimenopause Journey A Case Study

Everyone’s perimenopause and menopause journey looks a little bit different, as no two bodies are the same. The Starkel Nutrition Peri + Menopause Program, co-led by Julie Starkel, MS, MBA, RDN/CD, and Dr. Lea McKinstry, ND aims to treat each individual participant based on their needs – using lab testing to pinpoint exactly which biomarkers need support. Because of this individualized treatment, we have many success stories from previous participants. Let’s look at one now.

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What is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)? And How Can It Be Treated?

What is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)? And How Can It Be Treated?

According to the National Library of Medicine, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is becoming increasingly more common across the world. Similarly, we here at Starkel Nutrition have noticed an uptick in clients requesting support for PCOS-related issues. So what is PCOS? And how can adding a nutritionist to your care team help to alleviate symptoms? Let’s learn together. 

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Sports Nutrition Deep Dive From Maddie Hays, MSN, CN

Sports Nutrition Deep Dive From Maddie Hays, MSN, CN

All exercise — whether it be strength training, endurance work, pilates, or yoga — is beneficial. But, if you’re a competitive athlete, your training and nutrition go hand in hand. Without adequate energy and nutrient intake, athletic performance can suffer. So how should athletes eat to fuel themselves for their training?

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Adrenal Fatigue? Do I have that?

Adrenal Fatigue? Do I have that?

What are adrenals? Our adrenals sit right on top of our kidneys and produce numerous hormones like adrenaline, sex hormones, and cortisol—the hormone that responds when we are stressed. We can think of our adrenals as the “fight or flight” production center. They are hard at work when we are a little too hard at work. So, you heard it here first, adrenal fatigue is a real thing.

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