Here is an easy nutrient rich recipe to add to your list . These are simple items you can keep in your pantry and pull when needed. sweet potato hummus 1 can of black beans kale or spinach Prick that potato and put in micro for 7-10 minutes . Meanwhile wash and saute a … [Read more…]
In these stressful times, it pays to take the steps to lower your risk of getting sick. A strong immune system is just the start. Of course wash your hands thoroughly and practice social distancing and stay home if you have symptoms. Cough in your elbow, don’t touch your face and avoid travel … [Read more…]
Drink plenty of water – Staying hydrated is one of the best things you can do for your health. Add lemon juice to your water, as it acts as a digestive and detoxifying agent and helps clean the liver. Avoid processed foods and limit sugar and alcohol intake – Consuming too much of any of … [Read more…]
INFLAMATION WHAT IS INFLAMMATION AND WHY SHOULD WE CARE? Inflammation is inclusive of but not limited to, aches and pains, allergies, cardiovascular disease , diabetes, and respiratory issues . Changing up your diet cannot only help prevent inflammation but can help pin the management of the symptoms. Start with a few of these ideas to … [Read more…]
Ever find yourself stuck in the yogurt isle? Me too!! Well, turns out, there is a new one on the market with low sugar and no sugar substitutes. Fage low-fat Greek says its newest addition has great flavor and is free of added sugar, using only fruit. They call it TruBlendGreek. … [Read more…]
The 2020 flours to hit the shelves. Try banana or cauliflower flour Consumer packaged goods are getting in on the trend by replacing traditional alternative flours with tigernut flour in chips and snack foods, and tasty pastries made with seed flour blends. As consumers look for more ways to boost their bake, “super” … [Read more…]
Ever notice the isle of meal replacement/protein bars? Does it seem to be growing every week? Each bar offering doses of nutrients. Some are just candy bar substitutes and some are actually nutrient dense. Here is a guide to narrow down the choices that best suit your needs. First let me point … [Read more…]
A healthy tummy absorbs the nutrients from the foods we eat. These nutrients or lack of can influence our immune system, our hormones. Inflamation in the gut can damage the seal in the lining and create a “leak”. The microbiome in our system need healthy bacteria to fight disease and inflammation. Feeding our kids whole, … [Read more…]
Many diets propose that eating more protein will help you lose weight. Could this be true? There are a lot of factors that come into play when considering this option. Protein is the building block for muscle. Muscle weighs more than fat. Excess calories get stored … [Read more…]
When Eddie (John C. Reilly) from the animated hit film Sing croons, “Can I get a Happy Meal with big nuggets?” and Johnny (Taron Egerton) the gorilla and Rosita (Reese Witherspoon) and her piglet clan chime in with “We got the Happy Meal,” we’re thinking, not so much! According to a study in the American … [Read more…]