Turmeric-is it really a miracle spice?
Turmeric is touted as a superfood and miracle spice. It’s delicious, and one of its “active ingredients” curcumin has been studied like crazy. It has antioxidant properties, anti-inflammatory properties, and many other great health benefits. In this post I go over: The difference between turmeric and curcumin.Turmeric’s amazing health benefits.How to get the most out…
Phytic Acid-The Mineral Reducer
You may have heard of phytic acid as a “mineral reducer,” and this is very true. Eating raw nuts, seeds, grains, and legumes can prevent your body from absorbing some of the minerals from your food. But phytic acid has another side too. It has some health benefits. Do you soak or sprout your nuts,…
The Truth Behind Artificial Sweeteners
Do you know how artificial sweeteners act in your body? Nobody really does! Here are some thoughts as to how they affect your body, it may inspire you to reduce the sweetness in your food and drinks. You probably know the negative health effects of eating too much sugar, especially “added sugars” like in soda…
A Blood work road map to your health goals
Here’s exactly how the Metabolic Balance® Diet will get you long term results. Just think about it. What’s the first thing you do when you think that something is wrong with your body? You most likely go to the doctor. And when you do go, they usually recommend blood work to make sure your blood…
The Gut-Brain Connection
How To Feed Your Brain If there was ever a call for “digestive health,” this is it! Yes, it’s true. Your gut is considered your “second brain.” There is no denying it anymore. And since my presentation on gut health, The Good Gut, Unraveling the mystery of the Microbiome, so much more information has come to…
Three Must Eat Breakfast Foods
Are you a breakfast eater? Or dare I ask are you a “healthy” breakfast eater? Maybe you need some inspiration for a few great breakfast foods. Maybe you don’t have time and you need some healthy ideas for “grab and go” mornings – who doesn’t ever run short on time in the mornings? Maybe you’re…
Adrenal Fatigue-What is it?
Adrenal fatigue is thought to be one of the (many) health issues that can be attributed to our high-stress lifestyles. Because there is no widely accepted definitive test for adrenal fatigue, it’s still quite controversial. Fatigue, cravings, inability to sleep, and mood swings are real. And common. Let’s dive into what we know about adrenal…
Dairy Intolerance (Lactose, Casein and Whey)
Do you have a dairy intolerance? An allergy? What’s the difference? How can you even tell? And if you do, what should you do about it? Don’t worry – I have you covered in my newest post. Having a food intolerance is not fun. It can cause abdominal pain, discomfort, and nausea. It also causes…
Raw vs. Cooked – Which Contains More Vitamins and Minerals?
Let’s finally put an end to the debate of raw vs. cooked. Of course, in the grand scheme of a well-balanced, nutrient-dense, varied, whole foods diet, the cooked vs. raw debate isn’t that critical for most people. Where this can become a consideration is for vitamin and mineral deficiencies (or “insufficiencies”). These may be due…
Is My Poop Normal?
Yes, I’m serious! (And don’t you sometimes wonder anyway?) You already know that your poop can reflect your physical, and sometimes even emotional, health. You may get constipation or have diarrhea when you eat something that “doesn’t agree with you,” or when you’re super-nervous about something. And what about fiber and water? If you’re not…