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Sustainably Balanced, Toronto, ON (2026)

05/06/2026

Feeling anxious, shaky, crashing, or craving sugar after coffee is not something to ignore.

If you feel:
shaky after coffee
anxious or overstimulated
exhausted by mid-morning
craving sugar later in the day
wired but tired

…it may not just be the caffeine itself.

For some people, drinking coffee on an empty stomach can amplify a stress response in the body, impacting cortisol, blood sugar, energy, cravings, and even skin health.

This is why I rarely recommend looking at coffee in isolation.

Instead of immediately removing it, sometimes the better question is:
what is missing alongside it?

Adding protein, healthy fats, and fibre can help support:
- blood sugar balance
- satiety
- cortisol response
- energy levels

Even something as simple as adding 10–20g of protein alongside or in your coffee can make a noticeable difference in how you feel throughout the morning.

You do not necessarily need to quit coffee.
Your body may just need more support around it.

Save this for the next time your morning coffee leaves you feeling worse instead of better.

04/29/2026

If your skin isn’t improving, it usually comes down to two things: what you’re using, and what your skin can actually handle.

Sometimes it is your skincare. Pore-clogging ingredients, layering incorrectly, or overusing actives can lead to breakouts, irritation, and congestion.

But even with good products, there’s another issue I see all the time — your skin barrier isn’t supported.

Here’s how you know:

Your skin feels dry and oily at the same time.
Products start to sting or burn.
You’re breaking out more, even though your routine hasn’t changed.
Nothing seems to be working the way it used to.

That’s not random.

That’s your skin struggling to tolerate what you’re putting on it.

At that point, it’s not about adding more. It’s about pulling back, supporting your barrier, and rebuilding your routine in a way your skin can actually respond to.

That’s when your skin starts to improve.

If you want to understand how to support your skin from the inside out and build a routine that actually works, I break this down inside my free guide — comment “SKIN” and I’ll send it to you.

04/15/2026

Here are the supplements I use to support my skin from within.

This is the approach I take when it comes to supporting skin at a foundational level, focusing on nutrient status, inflammation, absorption, and overall cellular function.

These are the ones I come back to and why:

BodyBio PC — This supports the structure and integrity of the cell membrane, which directly impacts how nutrients enter the cell and how waste is removed. This influences detoxification, hormone metabolism, and overall cellular communication, all of which play a role in skin health.

Balance Oil — This provides a clinically balanced ratio of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, including alpha-linolenic acid and linoleic acid. Linoleic acid is essential for ceramide production and maintaining the skin’s lipid barrier, while omega-3s help regulate inflammation and support skin repair.

Liposomal Vitamin C — This provides antioxidant support and plays a key role in collagen synthesis. It also supports the body’s ability to manage oxidative stress, which is closely tied to skin health.

GOODSEEDS — This is formulated with acne-prone skin in mind, using targeted nutrients to support the skin while also addressing internal factors that can contribute to breakouts.

Daily Basics — This provides essential micronutrients including vitamins A, D, E, and K, along with selenium, taurine, and inositol. These support cell membrane integrity, nutrient transport, and overall cellular function.

Daily Protein — This is a hydrolyzed beef protein, meaning it has been broken down for easier digestion and absorption. It is not whey-based, which matters because whey is a form of protein that can contribute to breakouts in some individuals, particularly those who are sensitive to dairy. It also avoids added sweeteners like stevia and monk fruit. Protein provides the amino acids needed for repair, collagen structure, and overall skin integrity.

Be Happy B’s — This provides key B vitamins, including B6, which supports hormone balance, inflammatory regulation, and skin barrier function. This can be especially relevant for breakouts that show up along the chin and jawline.

This isn’t about taking everything at onc

04/13/2026

Your skin is not just surface level 🤍

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right — using better products, being more mindful of what you’re eating, trying to take care of yourself — and your skin still isn’t responding the way you expected, you’re not alone.

This is something I see often, and it’s exactly why I created this guide.

Your skin is a reflection of what’s happening internally. How your body is digesting and absorbing nutrients, how your blood sugar is being regulated, how your body is responding to stress, and how well your foundational habits are supporting you all play a role.

When those pieces aren’t in place, your skin will often be one of the first places it shows up.

This guide is here to help you start looking at your skin differently. Not as something to fix, but as something your body is communicating with you.

Inside, I walk through the foundations I focus on with my clients and where to start in a way that actually feels realistic and supportive.

You can access it when you sign up for my email list through the link in my bio ✨

03/24/2026

Most people assume their skincare routine is the issue when their skin isn’t improving, but in a lot of cases, that’s not where the problem starts.

Clear skin is influenced by what’s happening inside your body. Food sensitivities, blood sugar, digestion, and stress all play a role in how your skin looks and responds. This is why you can be eating well and still feel like nothing is changing.

Food sensitivities can trigger breakouts and inflammation, even when your diet looks supportive. Paying attention to patterns can help you identify what your body is reacting to.

Fat intake matters too. Dry or irritated skin can sometimes point back to not having the right balance of fats. It’s not just about adding more healthy fats, but understanding the balance between omega-3s and omega-6s, and where those fats are coming from. When that ratio is off, especially with a higher intake of processed omega-6 sources, it can contribute to inflammation. Supporting your body with a better balance of omega-3s and omega-6s from higher-quality sources plays a direct role in maintaining the skin barrier.

Movement plays a role. Regular exercise and sweating support circulation and elimination—just make sure you’re properly cleansing your skin after.

Stress is often the missing piece. It impacts inflammation, hormone signaling, and how your skin responds.

And what you’re putting on your skin still matters, especially ingredients. Fragrances, fillers, and pore-clogging ingredients can work against you.

You don’t need to do everything at once. Start by understanding what your skin is responding to.

02/24/2026

Stevia and monk fruit are two of the most common sweeteners I assess when clients are dealing with bloating, blood sugar swings, or low energy.

For most people, having stevia or monk fruit occasionally isn’t a problem at all. A drink here and there, or a smoothie that’s partially sweetened — likely fine.

The concern is accumulation.

Stevia and monk fruit are now in protein powders, greens powders, electrolytes, flavoured coffee drinks, sleep drinks, creamers, sauces, salad dressings, and even pasta sauces made to be “keto.” Before people realize it, they’re consuming them multiple times per day without intending to.

Even without sugar or calories, an intensely sweet taste can still signal the brain that sugar is coming in. The body begins preparing to release insulin to shuttle glucose into cells — even when no glucose actually arrives. For some people, this shows up as blood sugar swings, headaches, or energy crashes.

There’s also a gut component. Frequent intake can be irritating for some people and may contribute to bloating or digestive discomfort. Others notice skin changes or headaches. Not everyone reacts the same way — but patterns matter.

Before jumping to labs, supplements, or more restriction, look at everything you’re consuming and make a checklist. Sometimes the biggest lever is simply reducing how often something shows up.

Do a quick audit — you might be surprised how often it shows up.

12/29/2025

The December files🎄 — closing out an incredible Christmas season. Grateful for the moments, the memories, and the magic this time of year brings ☺️ Cheers to a fantastic 2026 !! ❤️🥂

12/19/2025

The holidays are all about giving back and sharing things you genuinely love — and gifting clear, healthy skin is always a win. This spray has been a staple in my routine, so their Holiday Feature Pack felt like the perfect giveaway 🎁

2 lucky winners will get a 500ml bottle (exclusively available at Walmart), a 2oz travel size, and a 4oz bottle of e11ement X, their strongest formula.

HOW TO ENTER

1. Make sure you are following and
2. Like this post and tag a friend who needs to see this (each tag = one entry)
3. Share this post to your stories and tag me for three extra entries

This giveaway is open to Canadian residents only. No purchase necessary. Winners will be chosen on December 22 and notified via direct message on Instagram.

To keep the holiday spirit going, you can save 20% on your entire online order at e11ement.ca using my exclusive code “Balance” at checkout.

Good luck ✨

11/20/2025

If your food list keeps shrinking because everything makes you bloated, your gut doesn’t need fewer foods — it needs repair.

Every time you cut out another food without addressing the root cause, your microbiome diversity drops. And the less diverse your gut bacteria are, the more reactive you become — even to foods that once felt fine.

The goal isn’t to avoid triggers forever. It’s to retrain your gut so it can handle them again. That happens through:

• rebuilding stomach acid and bile flow
• strengthening gut lining integrity
• supporting digestion with minerals and fibre
• managing stress and supporting your nervous system
• slowly reintroducing variety when your gut is ready

Restriction might bring temporary relief, but long-term healing comes from rebuilding tolerance and diversity.

Share this with someone who feels stuck in the elimination cycle — and follow for more on rebuilding gut resilience without fear-based restriction.

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