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How Gut Health, Hormones, and Stress Interact to Drive Chronic Fatigue
Chronic fatigue isn’t just about sleep, calories, or motivation. In functional nutrition, fatigue is a signal- often driven by imbalances in gut health, hormones, and the stress response. This article breaks down how these systems interact and what it really takes to start beating fatigue at the root.
Molly Kempel
2 days ago2 min read


Recipe Drop- Cozy Orange Soup
Full of fiber and nutrients, and guaranteed to warm you up, this soup is super easy to throw together during the week-
Molly Kempel
Dec 17, 20251 min read


Nutrition Coaching FAQs
Curious about nutrition coaching but not sure what it actually IS? Here's my top FAQs that I get on intro calls, and how I approach them. What is the difference between a nutrition coach and a functional nutrition coach? A nutrition coach helps guide behavior change, education, and accountability around food and lifestyle. A functional nutrition coach goes deeper by focusing on root causes—looking at how gut health, blood sugar, stress, hormones, and nutrient status interact
Molly Kempel
Dec 12, 20252 min read


The Diabetes You’ve Never Heard Of: Why MODY Is So Often Missed
What Is MODY Diabetes? When I was 14, I was diagnosed with diabetes. I remember hearing the word insulin and feeling my heart drop. My doctor told me I had Type 1 diabetes, just like my dad, and sent me off with various prescriptions and a warning to not eat more than 90g/ carbs a day. And for years that's what I did. I learned how to count carbs, take injections, and manage blood sugar highs and lows. It wasn’t until 2017 (over a decade later) that a lone researcher wandere
Molly Kempel
Oct 29, 20255 min read


SNAP Benefits Resource Guide
What to do if your SNAP benefits are affected by the government shutdown
Molly Kempel
Oct 27, 20253 min read


What Your Gut Is Telling Your Brain (and Why You Should Listen)
The Gut–Brain Conversation You Can’t Afford to Ignore If you’ve ever felt “butterflies in your stomach” before a big meeting or lost your...
Molly Kempel
Oct 10, 20253 min read


What Is Functional Nutrition Anyways?
Functional nutrition goes beyond fad diets and calorie counts—it’s a personalized, science-based approach that treats food as medicine. By focusing on root causes rather than symptoms, it looks at how nutrition influences digestion, hormones, immunity, energy, and overall health. Through whole foods, lifestyle changes, and support for gut balance, functional nutrition helps the body restore function and thrive.
Molly Kempel
Oct 2, 20252 min read


Managing Pre-Diabetes: How Diet & Lifestyle Can Help You Regain Balance
Pre-diabetes is your body’s early warning system- a sign that your blood sugar regulation is under stress. While it doesn’t mean you have diabetes, it signals that your cells are becoming less sensitive to insulin, leading to elevated blood sugar levels over time. The good news? Pre-diabetes is a reversible condition, and diet and lifestyle choices are powerful tools to bring your body back into balance.
Molly Kempel
Aug 28, 20253 min read


What To Expect When You Start Functional Nutrition Coaching With Me
If you’ve ever thought about working with a functional nutrition coach, but weren’t sure what the process actually looks like, I’m here to walk you through it step-by-step. My goal is to make this process as approachable, personalized, and empowering as possible. Whether you're dealing with chronic symptoms, hormonal imbalances, fatigue, or simply want to feel better in your body, here's how we’ll work together to create real, sustainable change.
Molly Kempel
Jun 12, 20253 min read


The Gut-Brain Battle: Why Stress Might Be Worsening Your IBS
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) affects millions and can seriously impact daily life with symptoms like bloating, cramping, diarrhea, and...
Bengi Tozer
Apr 17, 20255 min read


Beating Fatigue- Is The Answer In Your Gut Health?
Struggling with fatigue? The key to getting your energy back could be in your gut
Molly Kempel
Feb 28, 20254 min read


Recipe Drop- Weekday Salmon And Turmeric Rice
Ready in 30 minutes with only 5 minutes of "hands on" time this recipe gets you in and out during the week.
Molly Kempel
Feb 26, 20251 min read


How to Fix Brain Fog
Brain fog can cause confusion, fatigue and frustration. Learn how you can set yourself up to finally find relief.
Molly Kempel
Feb 21, 20253 min read


Do You Really Need A Detox?
Learn why we may need a detox, and how to do it safely while giving your liver the support it needs
Molly Kempel
Feb 6, 20253 min read


What the Gut?
How your gut health is impacting your mental health, and what you can do about it
Molly Kempel
Jan 17, 20255 min read


What Does The Surgeon General's Warning On Alcohol Actually Mean? (And How Much Should You Freak Out?)
What does the new warning on alcohol mean, and how can you limit your risk?
Molly Kempel
Jan 13, 20255 min read


Recipe Drop- Steak Pesto Salad
Yea yea- salads suck. Except this one (I promise!) The vinaigrette is perfect, the veggies give it the warmth & heft that's missing from sta
Molly Kempel
Jan 2, 20252 min read


How Your Gut Can Help You Balance Your Hormones
Hormonal balance is key to feeling your best- but what role does your gut play, and how can you optimize your gut health?
Molly Kempel
Jan 2, 20254 min read


"I Just Want To Know What I Should Eat"
Where to start when you're getting started
Molly Kempel
Dec 1, 20243 min read


What The Heck Is Nutrition Coaching Anyways?
Confused about what nutrition coaching really is? You’re not alone. There’s a lot of noise (and nonsense) in the health space. If you’ve...
Molly Kempel
Nov 12, 20242 min read
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