5 Ways to Improve Your Early Postpartum Health

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Postpartum

…really, all things baby. But did anyone talk to you about how to optimize your recovery from childbirth? Childbirth is arguably one of the most demanding physical activities of a…

Does fiber help you lose weight

Does Fiber Help You Lose Weight?

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Digestion, Weight Loss

…Soluble vs. Insoluble Fiber Type of Fiber Benefits  Where Is It Found Soluble  -Appetite control -Weight loss, especially belly fat -Better blood sugar control -Promote feelings of fullness -Support digestion…

foods not to eat in pregnancy

12 Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Food, Pregnancy

…coli. Women in their second or third trimester who contract a severe E. coli infection2 are at risk for premature rupture of the amniotic sac, low birth weight, or stillbirth. …