Hygge is more than ambiance. It’s a seasonal practice that aligns with your biology. Here’s how to embrace it—and support your whole-body health through the darker months.

The combination of CGM technology, health coaching, and functional medicine represents a paradigm shift in weight loss and metabolic health management.

Here’s the best part: you can grow shiitake mushrooms at home, even with minimal gardening experience. Shiitakes thrive on hardwood logs, preferably oak. All you need is a log, some shiitake plug spawn (readily available online), and a shady, moist spot outdoors.

GLP-1 medications are making waves for their ability to support weight loss and blood sugar control. But did you know your body already makes GLP-1—and you could boost it naturally? At QC Natural Health, we believe medications should never be the first line of defense when the body has its own powerful healing systems. GLP-1 is a perfect example of that.

Ever wonder what to have for a healthy snack? We've got your back! To make snack time truly stress-free, we've made a collection of delicious, no-bake treats that require zero oven time and minimal cleanup.

With countless sugar alternatives flooding the market, it can be dizzying to know which sweeteners support your health and which ones might be working against you. Today we're examining sucralose—better known by its brand name Splenda—and why many health professionals are recommending you skip this artificial option altogether. What Exactly Is Sucralose? Sucralose is an artificial sweetener developed in the 1970s through a fascinating but concerning process: sugar chemically

When it comes to natural sweeteners, not all options are created equal. Today we're diving into two popular alternatives you've likely seen on ingredient labels: monk fruit and erythritol. While one gets the green light, the other comes with some important caveats you should know about. Monk Fruit: The Clear Winner Let's start with the good news. Monk fruit is honestly great  and poses no problem at all for most people. This natural sweetener has gained popularity for good re

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