At this time of writing on Friday, March 13, 2020, we are sure in an extraordinary and complex time with COVID 19 storming the globe. In many ways it feels over-blown, yet we as humans are taking precautions that seem extreme when combined on a...
Not everyone should be taking digestive enzyme supplements; and not all of them are created equal. As a practitioner, I find that many people with digestive issues want to jump straight into using a supplement. And many times I would rather try other strategies first. Not...
Do you need some help with your digestion? Or suspect that you have some digestive issues? Read All About Digestive Enzymes first, after you whip yourself up this delicious and therapeutic smoothie. What you need 1 c pineapple, diced 1 c papaya, diced 1 banana, chopped 1 c coconut milk ice, if...
Having a food intolerance is not fun. It can cause abdominal pain, discomfort, and nausea. It also causes embarrassing symptoms like flatulence and diarrhea. Other symptoms linked to food intolerances include muscle or joint pain, headaches, exhaustion, and even skin symptoms like rashes and eczema. Dairy...
Are you dairy-free, but love ice cream? I have your back with this decadent ice-creamy dessert that is super-simple to make. What you need (Serves 2) 3 bananas, sliced and frozen 2 tsp cacao powder, unsweetened 1 tbsp almond butter What you do Place frozen bananas in food processor and blend...
You are positive that you're not eating more food or “junkier” food but you're still gaining weight. Is this possible? Yes! You are NOT crazy! And here's why...
The Nutrition Facts table is on the side of most packaged foods. It’s often found close to the ingredient listing. The purpose of it is to help consumers make better nutrition decisions. When people can see the number of calories, carbs, sodium, etc. in food, they...
Hippocrates said, “All disease begins in the gut.” And while this may not be 100% true for every disease in every person, more and more research shows that our gut (digestive system) has a bigger role in many diseases than we used to think. And we're...
You knew there was a bit of an over-emphasis (borderlining obsession) about cholesterol, right? Before we jump into some myths let's make sure we're on the same page when it comes to what exactly cholesterol is. Myth #1: “Cholesterol” is cholesterol While cholesterol is an actual molecule what...
You totally want to ditch your scale, don't you? You may have this weird kind of relationship with your “weight”. I mean, it doesn't define you (obviously). What you weigh can matter but only to a certain extent. Let's look at your waist circumference (well...
You may feel tired, cold or that you've gained weight. Maybe your digestion seems a bit more “sluggish”. You may be convinced that your metabolism is slow. Why does this happen? Why do metabolic rates slow down? What can slow my metabolism? Metabolism includes all of the biochemical reactions...
Research has confirmed that compounds found in the berries, called schisandrins, help with supporting nervous system issues, liver issues and coughs. Much of this research, which includes controlled clinical studies with humans, is in China, unfortunately. Even more specifically, with regard to supporting the nervous system,...