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Nutrition

How Much Sun Exposure Do You Need for Vitamin D?

A Doctor’s Guide to Getting It Right

The sun has been vilified for decades, but emerging research shows that avoiding it altogether may be just as dangerous as overdoing it. Dr. Hartman breaks down exactly how much sun you need and how his family navigates this balance every summer.

The REAL Story on Fat

Why Everything You’ve Been Told About Healthy Fats & Seed Oils Misses the Point

Fat is one of the most misunderstood topics in health. Dr. Aaron Hartman explains why the “good fat vs. bad fat” debate misses what actually matters, and how the fats in your body shape every signal your cells send.

What If We Were Wrong About Food?

The Unintended Consequences of Getting Nutrition “Right”

What if some of our biggest nutrition problems didn’t come from eating the wrong foods, but from removing the ones our bodies needed?

When “Healthy Eating” Stops Working

A conversation with Ashley Armstrong on food, energy, and why quality matters more than rules

Dr. Aaron Hartman reflects on a conversation with Ashley Armstrong about real food, Raynaud’s, and why food quality matters more than rules.

Autumn pumpkins and gourds in a basket with text promoting natural antidepressants and the benefits of fall’s harvest for boosting mood during winter.

September Strong | Part 3

Nature’s Antidepressants

How Fall’s Harvest Protects Your Mood Through Winter’s Darkness

SAD prevention doesn’t start with light boxes in January — it begins with October preparation — food IS medicine!

September Strong | Part 2

Fall Stress Relief

Managing Seasonal Stress with Local Foods

While stress builds predictably each fall, three local foods helpyour body handle overwhelm naturally rather than just masking symptoms.

September Strong | Part 1

Fall’s Natural Immune Arsenal

Richmond Foods for Back-to-School Defense

September brings a 200% surge in respiratory infections, but Richmond’s fall harvest delivers precisely what your family’s immune system needs most…

Heart Healthy Brain Damage - Different Cooking Oils

The Kitchen Oil Investigation

How ‘Heart-Healthy’ Fats Are Damaging Your Brain

This 15-minute kitchen investigation reveals the hidden toxins stealing your family’s mental clarity—and the replacement strategy to restore vibrant brain function.

Different sources of protein

The Hidden Nutrient Deficiency Aging Women Faster Than Anything Else

Why ‘Eating Enough Protein’ Isn’t Enough Anymore

Why protein quality matters more than quantity for women’s health.

Your Hormones in Harmony

High Testosterone in Women

Symptoms, Causes, & Natural Solutions

Elevated testosterone, such as in PCOS, can cause mood problems, acne, weight gain, anxiety, infertility, and various other health issues in women.  

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Magnesium

The “Missing Mineral” 80% of Americans Desperately Need for Better Sleep, Fewer Cramps & Calm Nerves

Elite athletes depend on electrolytes… but most doctors never test for it. Discover why magnesium could resolve your sleep issues, muscle cramps, and anxiety.

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Calm Your Anxiety With Food

The Functional Medicine Breakthrough

Discover how the gut-brain connection impacts anxiety and learn 5 science-backed dietary strategies to reduce symptoms naturally.

Made for Health

Heart for Life

5 Science-Backed Superfoods to Rev Up Your Metabolism AND Fortify Your Heart

Discover 5 science-backed superfoods that both boost your metabolism AND protect heart health, plus get a free guide to maximize their benefits.

The 80% Solution

The Surprising Reason Your Brain Isn’t the Boss of Your Health

Your gut does more than digest food—it produces key brain chemicals like serotonin and dopamine, shaping mood, focus, and long-term brain health. Discover how gut health is revolutionizing mental and physical well-being.