June 13, 2017

Nutrition and Addiction

Many of the most widely used treatment interventions for addiction engage with the psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of the problem. It is absolutely important to address all of the aspects that contribute to health, and when it comes to physical, mental, and emotional wellness nutrition is one of the most important pieces of the puzzle. It is increasingly being recognized that there is a close, exacerbating relationship between problematic substance use and poor nutrition. Addiction destroys the body’s ability to absorb essential nutrients. Drug and alcohol abuse can cause nutritional deficiencies and issues with digestion. Users often have depleted […]
June 13, 2017

Blooming Wild Rice & Blackberry Salad

You don’t need to boil water to make blooming rice, which makes this salad a perfect choice for a hot, late-summer meal or potluck. You can bloom a batch of rice ahead of time and refrigerate it up to 5 days prior to making this salad or using it in other recipes. *Bloomed Wild Rice: Rinse 1 cup uncooked, organic wild rice in a mesh strainer; place in a bowl and add purified water until there is at least 1 inch water above the rice. Let rice soak for 2–3 days until rice “blooms,” changing the water 1–2 times a […]
June 13, 2017

Liver Recovers Faster On Low-Sugar Diets

Liver damage caused by diet high in fat, sugar and cholesterol may be difficult to reverse even if the diet is
June 13, 2017

These 4 Common Fruits Can Keep Your Bones Strong

You may already be including these fruits in your diet because you like them.  But if not, you’ll want to be sure to eat more of them because, as you’ll see, they are particularly good at maintaining bone health.  Here they are… 1.  Apples.  Yes, the humble little apple that, now that it’s fall, is pretty plentiful.  You’ve probably heard or read about antioxidants and how important they are to your overall health.  They fight free radicals from damaging your DNA and making you more susceptible to the bad diseases of aging like heart disease, Alzheimer’s, diabetes and even cancer.  Apples, […]
June 13, 2017

These 2 Popular Foods May Cause You To Gain Weight

These Popular Foods May Be Sabotaging Your Weight Loss One of the important health issues of getting older is weight management.  If you’re overweight in middle age, your chances of developing serious disease – like diabetes, heart disease, and even cancer – are greater.  And, like most people over 50, you may have been struggling with maintaining a normal weight or trying to lose some. If you’re still working, or just too busy to make meals at home regularly, like many of my patients you may be eating at a fast food restaurant several days a week.  You might stop […]
June 6, 2017

Grazing Grows Your Belly and Threatens Your Liver

It’s been my experience, that the most effective diets are those that use a kind of “old school” method of fighting fat.  Now, new research out of The Netherlands has proven why.  Let me tell you what they’ve learned. “3-Squares” – The Best Way To Lose That Belly All the diet information out there can be confusing – and contradictory – when you’re trying to lose weight, especially that stubborn belly.  Some promise you can “eat all the foods you love” – even sugary desserts – and still lose all your excess fat.   Others say it’s best to stick to […]
June 6, 2017

A Cool Carrot Cake for Warm Weather

Coconut flour varies greatly between brands. We prefer Bob’s Red Mill coconut flour for these cakes because it is moister. Since unsweetened, shredded coconut is also dry, you may need to add the water gradually or add more water to get to the desired texture. It’s Gluten Free and Dairy Free, too. Ingredients: FOR THE RAW CASHEW FROSTING: 1½ cups raw cashews, soaked at least 2 hours and up to 12 hours ½ cup almond milk 2 tsp. vanilla extract ¼ cup honey Juice of 1 lemon Pinch of sea salt ¼ cup raw coconut oil, melted on low heat […]
June 6, 2017

The Right Eating Habits Can Free You From Arthritis Risks

Arthritis comes in many different forms and can strike at any age, but your risk increases as you grow older.
May 24, 2017

Feeling Creative? How to Ferment Your Own Foods

How does lacto-fermentation work? What tools and supplies do you need to get started creating probiotic-rich
May 23, 2017

Grab & Go Oatmeal Cherry Breakfast Bars

A few pantry staples are all you need to make satisfying bars that are packed with ingredients and perfect for the grab-and-go rush. They are vegan and Gluten Free. Ingredients: 2 cups gluten-free rolled oats 2 cups crispy brown rice cereal (such as Erewhon brand) ½ cup dried cherries (snipped into pieces) ¼ cup white chia seeds ¼ cup shredded, unsweetened coconut 1 cup unsweetened creamy peanut butter 1 cup brown rice syrup or agave syrup ½ tsp. pure vanilla extract Directions:   Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to create a 2-inch overhang; set aside.   In a medium bowl, […]
May 23, 2017

Chefs Urge Congress to Create Smarter Food Policy

WASHINGTON – Plate of the Union, a campaign to shift federal food policy to better serve all Americans, kicked off this week with more than 30 top U.S. chefs convening on Capitol Hill to promote nutrition programs, clean drinking water and other environmental protections, consumer transparency, and standards that improve food safety and accessibility. Food Policy Action Education Fund and the Environmental Working Group sponsored the kickoff of the campaign. Chef and food advocate Tom Colicchio, co-founder of FPA-EF, hosted the top chefs for a Plate of the Union farm bill summit and advocacy day on Capitol Hill. The campaign […]
May 16, 2017

Sweet Potato Nachos Shine as Appetizer

Next time you’re looking for a tasty snack or hors d’oeuvre, you might want to try a fun and healthier take on nachos. This recipe will make you the star of any occasion, and it’s GF and vegetarian. Sweet potatoes are a great source for vitamin A, potassium and fiber. Black beans provide protein and fiber, as well as key nutrients such as zinc and folate. For extra protein, add ½ pound fully cooked, 100-percent-grass-fed ground beef. Ingredients: ½ tsp. salt 2 tsp. ground cumin 2 tsp. chili powder 1 pound sweet potatoes (peeled and sliced lengthwise ¼-inch thick – about […]
May 16, 2017

Study Reveals Promising Benefits of Blue Corn

Blue corn has been popping up as an ingredient everywhere from tortilla chips to breakfast cereal. Intriguing new research suggests that anthocyanins, the nutrients that give the corn its lovely blue color, may also help protect against metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and cancer. The study raises interest in using blue maize as a component of functional foods and nutraceuticals, foods that contain a medicinal benefit. The study was published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. Researchers from Universidad Veracruzana, Instituto Tecnologico de Veracruz and Unidad Oaxaca/Calle Hornos in Mexico, fed rats a high-sugar, high-cholesterol diet. The group of rats […]