The Wellness Blog
Welcome to the Wellness Blog!
Stay informed and be inspired when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle. Our evidence-based nutrition and wellness content serves as a tool to help you thrive in your wellness every day.

4 Seeds Your Diet Needs!
Written by Tangela Kindell, Nutritionist, FH Community Manager Here at Flourish Heights, we’re all about the growth of mind, body, and spirit. Nothing symbolizes growth better than seeds - the part of plants from which new plants can grow. This tiny food packs a...

What You Need To Know About Endometriosis + Nutrition
It’s Endometriosis awareness month and we’re here to share some facts to know about this disorder. Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women, and it is not talked about nearly enough! It is important to understand the signs and symptoms because they’re often written off as...

Why You Need Pumpkin in Your Diet this Season
By: Lauren Scheuneman, Wellness Writer, FH Content Contributor Hey there, Pumpkin! Whether or not you are a self-proclaimed PSL aficionado, this winter squash can do wonders when added to your eating routine! From breads, to chili and smoothie bowls, the...

Reasons To Track Your Cycle
Are you a period tracking guru or newbie? Tracking your period by logging your start and end dates, associated symptoms, and many health changes throughout the month can be very helpful. Not only can it give you an estimate of when your next period will arrive, but it...

Stay Energized All Day With 7 Tips!
Do you struggle with having sustained energy throughout the day? Are you always feeling that afternoon slump? If you answered yes, no worries it happens to the best of us. If you find yourself constantly skipping meals and drinking excessive amounts of coffee,...
Hi, I’m Valerie!

I’m a DC metro-based Women’s Health Dietitian, Podcast Host and Founder of Flourish Heights. Here, I share evidence-based nutrition and wellness tips to help you flourish!