Here’s why you crave certain foods (and it’s not what you think)

We’ve all been there. Standing in front of the fridge, shoving the baby carrots aside, and reaching for the cheesecake instead. You’ve heard if you’re really hungry you’ll eat those carrots—or an apple—but the pull that cheesecake has on you . . .? It’s hard to resist that craving. So hard. If food cravings are…

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Cows Milk-Healthy or Unhealthy?

Are plant based milks a nutrient dense food or do they fall into the category of ultra processed? This post takes a deep dive into the controversial dairy milk debate.

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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…

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The Coconut Oil Craze

The Coconut Oil Craze – Should I Jump on the Bandwagon Too? This is where I want to say ‘Yes, absolutely you should’ (end of post). And like you, I dream of the day when a ‘miracle’ food will be discovered.  Coconut oil isn’t it. But what exactly is it about coconut oil that makes…

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Heart Rhythms

This is Part 3 of Omega-3s The Fats We love. Omega-3s and heart health. Omega-3s started getting famous for heart health because of research dating back to the 1970s. At that time, researchers found that Greenland Inuit, despite eating a lot of fat, had a lower rate of heart disease and fewer risk factors too.…

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