May 9, 2017

A Brief History of The Gluten-Free Diet

Millions and millions of people around the world have completely eliminated gluten from their diets.
May 9, 2017

Your Diet Can Reduce Your Risk Of Cancer

Many doctors, like myself, take a more holistic approach and are far more aware of the link between their patient’s diets and the type of diseases they are at risk for. As I tell my patients, a healthy diet can greatly reduce their risk for the 3 biggest health concerns that face Americans today, heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. With that in mind, I’d like to share with you some specific diet information that I give my patients to reduce their risk for cancer. Change Your Plate, Boost Your Health First, you need to re-think the distribution of the amount […]
May 9, 2017

Valerian Root Is Natural Sleep Aid and More

If you have heard of the herb valerian, it has likely been in the context of improved sleep or relaxation. Used in traditional and folk medicine in many cultures for insomnia and anxiety-ridden sleep, there is evidence to support that it works. In fact, valerian root remains the most commonly used herbal product for sleep support in both the United States and Europe. Recent research suggests valerian root’s possible effectiveness in fighting inflammation to support cognitive function after surgery. Valerian root, an herbal product made from the root of Valeriana officinalis L., a perennial flowering plant, is widely available over […]
May 9, 2017

Racking Up the Protein With Lamb

Protein is very important for strong muscles and bones. Lean protein helps achieve weight loss. I love meat—it has riboflavin, vitamin B12, tyrosine, and the FoodTrient zinc—but I enjoy it in moderation, which protects against cardiovascular disease. I also am careful about eating cured meats, which can aggravate joints and promote gout. Whenever possible, I use grass-fed beef over corn-fed beef because cows were created to eat grass, not corn. The meat from animals that graze grass—cows, lambs, or even buffalo—contains more of the good-for-you omega-3 fatty acids and less of the bad-for-you omega-6s. And I make sure I buy […]
May 9, 2017

Six Foods To Eat For A Mood Boost

Evidence shows that the Mediterranean diet can help reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer and diabetes. It is also associated with improved mood and a reduced risk of depression and cognitive decline. The eating plan emphasises vegetables, fruits, beans, nuts, wholegrains, olive oil and lean protein. An offshoot is the Mind Diet (Mediterranean-Dash Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay), based on the same foods but adds berries, leafy greens and nuts. Researchers found it improved cognitive ability and lowered their risk of Alzheimer’s. Foods to consider : Salmon People who eat omega-3-rich fish tend to have a lower risk of depression. […]
May 9, 2017

One-Dish Meal – Try Thai Coconut Curry Chicken and Tofu

Takeout has nothing on this flavorful Thai curry—and you’ll love how easy this recipe makes it to get in the servings of produce you need each day. The combination of chicken and tofu creates a protein-packed dish that will please even your meat lovers. The dish is Gluten Free and Dairy Free, and if you’re eating grain free, simply skip the rice or trade in spiralized veggie noodles instead. Ingredients: 8 ounces extra-firm tofu (half of a standard container), drained 3 cups cooked rice (Jasmine, brown rice, basmati or other type) 1 Tbs. coconut oil 1 onion (peeled and sliced) […]
May 2, 2017

Understanding Curcumin’s Health-Boosting Benefits

For over 4,000 years, Ayurvedic healers have turned to turmeric—a bright orange root
May 2, 2017

GF Skillet Caprese Pizza Is a Breeze

This gluten-free and vegetarian Skillet Caprese Pizza is a treat to eat and a breeze to make. With four servings, it makes for a family-style feast. Ingredients: 1 cup (3 ounces) chickpea flour 1⅔ Tbs. olive oil, divided ½ tsp. salt ½ tsp. dried oregano 1 cup water 4 ounces fresh mozzarella 1 cup red and yellow cherry tomatoes, halved ½ cup fresh basil leaves ¼ cup Parmesan cheese Freshly ground black pepper Directions: In a bowl, combine chickpea flour, 2 /3 Tbs. oil, salt, oregano and water; cover. Set aside 30 minutes or up to 4 hours. Add remaining […]
May 2, 2017

Guilty as Charged: A Case Against Sugar

In recent years, we have learned that warnings about some dietary fats like butter and coconut oil were misinformed, while the dangers of sugar were underplayed. Among the leading advocates for this reappraisal is Gary Taubes, an investigative journalist who has been reporting on nutrition since the late 1990s. His third book on the topic of diet and health, The Case Against Sugar, is fleshed out with four decades’ worth of research. There is a growing consensus in the medical community that a condition known as “metabolic syndrome” is perhaps the greatest predictor of heart disease and diabetes. Signs of the […]
April 25, 2017

Mash-Up: Parsnip and Fennel Purée

A rich and sophisticated update on mashed potatoes, with a hint of sweetness from the fennel. Ingredients: 2 Tbs. olive oil or unsalted butter 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 1 medium fennel bulb, chopped Salt and pepper (to taste) 6 medium parsnips, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces (about 1-1/2 pounds) 1 medium potato, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces 2 cups low-sodium vegetable stock or broth 2 cups water Olive oil or butter (to taste)  Directions: Heat oil or melt butter in a large pot over medium-low heat. Add onion, fennel, and a little salt and pepper. Cover and […]
April 25, 2017

Constipated? What To Eat & What To Avoid

Constipation is an unspoken discomfort most people will experience at some point in their lives. It is a symptom, in fact, that appears for many different reasons but is not a disease on its own. Slow transit of stool can be caused by medications, health conditions, a sedentary lifestyle, hydration status, hormonal shifts and certain foods. Constipation strikes women more often than men; they are at 2.5 times more likely to report this symptom. Constipation can be cured or lessened with natural remedies including food and certain types of activity. Constipation can be different for each person but generally means […]
April 25, 2017

Want To Improve Insulin Response? Eat This, Not That

By Jill Weisenberger, RDN, CDE Insulin resistance, which often has no outward symptoms, is a hallmark of both prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. When muscle, fat and liver cells ignore insulin’s signals, blood sugar levels rise. Diabetes doesn’t develop overnight: Insulin resistance with normal blood sugar levels is usually the first step. Without lifestyle changes, that often proceeds to prediabetes. That means you have higher-than-normal blood sugar levels, but not high enough to be diagnosed with diabetes. If blood sugar continues to rise, though, you likely will develop diabetes within 10 years.   Eat this: Avocado Not this: Cheese Both […]
April 18, 2017

Antioxidants And Lung Cancer Connection

A study reported on February 28, 2017 in  Frontiers in Oncology reveals an association between increased intake of carotenoids and vitamin C and a lower risk of lung cancer. Martine Shareck and colleagues utilized data from a study that involved 1,105 cases of lung cancer and 1,449 subjects without the disease. Subjects were queried concerning the intake of 49 fruits and vegetables during the two years prior to cancer diagnosis or the date of the interview, and responses were analyzed for the intake of alpha carotene, beta carotene, beta cryptoxanthin, lycopene and vitamin C. Among those whose intake of alpha carotene […]