Dr. Shani Muhammad, MD Archives | Wellness Mama®

How Thyroid Disease Affects Pregnancy and Fertility

Katie Wells — Sat, 28 Aug 2021 11:31:59 +0000

There aren’t many things I can say I’m an expert at in this world. In fact, the short list would include accidentally killing house plants and procrastinating until I have 8 loads of laundry to fold. But there are a couple of other things I’m pretty close to expert status at after years of navigating them: […]

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How to Remedy Snoring Naturally

Katie Wells — Thu, 08 Apr 2021 16:44:17 +0000

I’m a huge proponent of getting great sleep, but when snoring is an issue, it’s likely that no one is getting very good sleep! Snoring is a common issue in adults (and can happen to kids too!), so it’s something worth investigating if you or your child are not sleeping well or just don’t feel […]

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DIY Coffee Under Eye Cream Recipe (to Perk Up Tired Eyes)

Katie Wells — Wed, 20 Jan 2021 20:03:31 +0000

Coffee doesn’t just have to perk up your morning, it can also perk up tired eyes! Infused with real coffee, this coffee under eye cream features nourishing antioxidants, butters, and oils. What Causes Dark Circles Under the Eyes? Before we go about fixing a problem, it helps to understand why it happened in the first […]

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How to Use the Fasting Mimicking Diet to Get the Benefits of Fasting (Without Skipping Food!)

Katie Wells — Sat, 16 Jan 2021 15:01:06 +0000

I’ve been interested in fasting and related concepts for a long time because of the potential for major health improvement. Research continues to show promising benefits. For years I’ve been fascinated by the work of Dr. Valter Longo on the topic of fasting and how to use it to increase our odds of a long, […]

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Feverfew Benefits for Fever, Migraines, Inflammation & More

Katie Wells — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 13:18:26 +0000

Medicinal herbs are a great way to help support the body and boost health. Whenever my family needs some support recovering from an illness or mending a wound, I turn to herbal remedies to help. Feverfew is one of those herbs. The benefits of feverfew are powerful, so I make sure I have some feverfew […]

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14 Delicious & Easy Ways to Use Fennel (+ Health Benefits)

Katie Wells — Fri, 07 Aug 2020 13:44:56 +0000

I love to use herbs and spices in everything from infused water to breakfast sausage since they are full of nutrients and flavor that make any dish healthier and more appealing. Fennel is an herb and spice that can offer a burst of flavor to many recipes (not to mention health benefits!) but many skip it […]

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How to Minimize Chlorine Exposure When Swimming

Katie Wells — Sat, 18 Jul 2020 16:00:41 +0000

We go to great lengths to remove chlorine (and other contaminants) in our drinking water and shower water, and it made me think about the effect of this common chemical in swimming pools and how much that exposure can affect us. The Problem With Chlorine You don’t even have to swim in the pool to be affected […]

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Spicy Fire Cider Recipe – Natural Cold Remedy

Katie Wells — Thu, 07 Nov 2019 13:35:06 +0000

I first discovered a recipe for fire cider years ago. It didn’t sound like something I wanted to try immediately, but when I read about the immune-boosting benefits I decided to be brave and give it a try. Years later, it’s a staple at our house around cold and flu time. Fire cider is a […]

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How to Make Natural Disinfecting Wipes for Home Cleaning

Katie Wells — Tue, 20 Aug 2019 14:25:42 +0000

Those ready-made disinfecting wipes in the plastic containers can be so convenient for sanitizing and eliminating messes. Our family doesn’t use toxic conventional cleaners, and with a large family the cost of natural store-bought cleaners adds up fast. These natural disinfecting wipes are super simple to throw together and are a safe, effective solution to clean surfaces […]

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Thermography vs. Mammograms for Breast Health Screening

Katie Wells — Fri, 31 May 2019 16:13:40 +0000

I’ve talked about vaginal health before because it’s an important but often overlooked topic in women’s health. Breast health is another area we simply can’t afford to ignore. Sadly, breast cancer continues to be a leading cause of death in women and breast cancer rates keep rising. Mammograms are the go-to diagnostic tool for detecting […]

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What Parents Need to Know About Early Allergen Introduction (From an Allergist-Mom)

Wellness Mama — Fri, 03 May 2019 15:30:53 +0000

Note from Katie: One in thirteen children in the U.S. suffers from a food allergy. That’s about 2 in every classroom, and rates are rising. I don’t have a lot of firsthand experience with food allergies, so I asked Dr. Katie Marks-Cogan, a board-certified allergist who is also a mom, to weigh in on this […]

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Why Mineral Sunscreen Is Safer for Us and the Planet

Katie Wells — Fri, 19 Apr 2019 17:41:48 +0000

I have a confession. I don’t wear sunscreen regularly and when I do, I use mineral sunscreen. It’s a controversial statement in today’s world but I have several reasons for not slathering on the SPF 30 every time I leave my house… For one reason, I want to get vitamin D naturally (which is important […]

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Is Yerba Mate Tea Better for You Than Coffee?

Katie Wells — Thu, 04 Apr 2019 13:00:55 +0000

Yerba mate tea boasts some surprising health benefits and may even replace your morning cup of Joe. Much like green tea, yerba mate tea is rich in polyphenols and antioxidants, and is quite tasty to boot. Coffee Is King!… Or Is It? Coffee is the undisputed king of all morning beverages. Readers ask my secret […]

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Is a Plant-Based Diet Good for All of Us?

Katie Wells — Sat, 16 Feb 2019 13:40:26 +0000

Over the last few years, I’ve felt an increasing unrest at something I’ve observed in real food communities and groups…. Mainly the idea that there is one specific diet that is great for everyone, and that each group seems to have found this holy grail of protocols. The research continually points to personalization and diet […]

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Reasons to Stop Eating at Night

Katie Wells — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 13:30:26 +0000

I remember getting into a night-time eating habit during one pregnancy. It’s easy to justify when you’re growing a human, but these habits can stick around later on. Though it may be helpful during pregnancy and nursing to have a snack before bed, at other times it may actually be unhealthy. An easy way to […]

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Why Childhood Food Allergies Are on the Rise (& What to Do)

Katie Wells — Fri, 14 Dec 2018 15:40:53 +0000

I have some natural remedies that I keep on hand for seasonal allergies, but food allergies are in a different camp altogether. While seasonal allergies are annoying, food allergies can be downright deadly. And more and more families are being affected by them. What Is a Food Allergy? Food allergies occur when the body produces a specific immune […]

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How to Choose a Clean Plant Based Protein Powder

Katie Wells — Thu, 12 Jan 2017 13:00:48 +0000

Many of us rely on protein powder as one of the sources of protein in our diets. While it is possible to pack superfoods in a scoop of protein powder, many also contain junk ingredients. Have you ever wondered what makes a healthy protein powder? Why Plant Based Protein Powder? Protein is an important part […]

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