The body is a unique mechanism that takes years of research and studying to understand. Even today, scientists are still uncertain how diseases ignite within the body. Fortunately, passionate people like Erin Thole dedicate their lives to a holistic approach when working with the body. Having worked as a personal trainer earlier in her life, Erin’s love for nutrition and health has always been evident in her lifestyle. Because of her passion, Erin went on to obtain her Certified Natural Healthcare Practitioner Certificate through Trinity School of Natural Health. Currently, she is working toward her PhD in naturopathy. Since 2008, Erin has worked with a variety of conditions such as celiac, autoimmune conditions, cancer, and female hormonal balance. When dissecting problems, Erin not only looks at the symptoms but also health history and what the whole body is saying in order to find the root cause. These problems are found through extensive panel tests which are part of her Whole Health Project, a three-month program that dives into making your health dreams into reality. Erin makes it extremely easy to obtain her services. Her practice is based online through email and phone which makes it easily accessible for people all over the nation. She also provides seminars and podcasts for additional information. All of her information can be found on her website, erinthole.com.
Summer is a time to go outside and enjoy the nature around you while exercising caution against harmful sun rays. As a resident of The Woodlands, Erin knows just where to take children during the summer which favors both the inside and outside. The Woodlands Children’s Museum offers a cooler adventure for the summer days that are just too hot to bear. Alternatives to swimming include The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion and splash pads. When none of these options sound exciting, Erin will take her children outside to a park to go for nature walks. “They get super stoked about a stick that they’ve found or a bug,” describes Erin when talking about the curiosity nature sparks in her kids. Allowing children to explore and discover new things on their own creates simple yet pleasant memories of summer. Of course, we can’t forget about the most exciting activity of the summer: swimming! While swimming is the most sought-after activity for kids during the summer, Erin warns against forgetting sunscreen. When asking Erin about her favorite sunscreen, she mentioned the brand BeautyCounter as an exceptional brand. BeautyCounter’s sunscreen is toxin-free and used with only the cleanest ingredients. In fact, with over 2,800 ingredients banned from their skincare line, a grouping they call The Never List, you can guarantee that no harmful chemicals are infiltrating your children while they are having fun in the sun. While Erin’s outdoor recommendations are excellent, her tips about food and hydration are even better!
As a nutrition specialist with young children, Erin knows a thing or two about how to keep kids happy and healthy during the excruciatingly hot summer months. Her most important tip is to hydrate! “You should drink half of your body weight in water a day,” says Erin. One tip for staying hydrated is to gingerly add electrolytes. Erin mentioned that adding a pinch of sea salt or Himalayan salt to your water helps with hydration. Another one of Erin’s favorite resources is an electrolyte pouch called LMNT. She recommends not using the entire pouch, but instead using half a pouch per 40 ounces of water. When lunchtime rolls around, kids need healthy lunch and snack options that not only keep them hydrated but will also fuel them with plenty of energy. An easily nutritious lunch to throw together is hummus spread on deli meats rolled up along with a fresh and crisp salad. Since salad may not be an exciting option for kids, Erin also recommends loading them up on multiple fruits such as watermelon to also help with keeping them hydrated. Popsicles are also another fun summer addition, but Erin says making them yourself is quite simple. Her favorite combination is putting a puree of strawberry, lemon, and honey into popsicle molds and freezing them for her kiddos to enjoy the next day. Salty snacks such as pickles and turkey jerky are also excellent additions to the summer rotation. If you’re looking for an easier, hassle-free option to grab from the store, Erin recommends Serenity pouches for kids. Unlike traditional pouches loaded with sugar, Serenity Kids has less sugar than other brands and includes puree from 100% grass-fed and pasture-raised meats. Erin’s passion for nutrition shines through not only her knowledge but through the multiple shining testimonies that each describe a story of nutritional freedom.