I definitely love coffee! It is one of my simple pleasures in life. Ocean Robbins has a terrific article here on the benefits of coffee and some of the warnings about too much caffeine. Coffee has health benefits, but it is important that you are not drinking coffee full of sugar and creamer. Enjoy! https://foodrevolution.org/blog/food-and-health/coffee-health/ Until recently, you wouldn’t have […]
Read moreCoconut Oil Pulling Superior to Chemicals for Oral Health Posted on: Saturday, April 4th 2015 at 12:15 pm Written By: Sayer Ji, Founder This article is copyrighted by GreenMedInfo LLC, 2015 Visit our Re-post guidelines Swishing your mouth out with coconut oil may be a more effective and safer alternative to chemical mouthwashes, according to new research. A new study […]
Read moreMany of my clients ask me about probiotics. More studies are done each year revealing more about the gut and our microbiome. Many doctors think that much of our immune system in located and functioning through our digestive system. I highly recommend taking a probiotic daily. I also recommend eating a diet full of plants that will set the stage […]
Read moreI love all the information from the Food Revolution Network. Here is another great article from them with some helpful information about 5 key supplements for those on a vegetarian and vegan diet. 5 Key Supplements for Vegetarians and Vegans to Thrive on A Plant-Based Diet Why Do Some People Fail to Thrive on A Plant-Based Diet? Maybe you’ve […]
Read moreThis has been a very tough cold and flu season for many people. When we feel like we are fighting off an infection, we usually don’t have much energy. It is important to spend the energy you do have to make healthy beverages and foods to strengthen your immune system. I make smoothies with lemons and greens all year long […]
Read moreI’m sure you know friends or family members who have recently gone vegan. Many people think this is just a new fad and they do not understand some of the health reasons behind deciding to go vegan. I have included a free documentary for those interested in learning more about this topic. I encourage a plant based life style for […]
Read moreI really like this list from the Food Revolution about staple items to keep in your fridge for healthy eating. Eating the foods mentioned in this list is an inexpensive way to stay healthy all year long! I keep most of these items in my fridge each week such as fresh fruits, cut up fresh vegetables, flax and chia seeds, […]
Read moreIf you struggle with scoliosis or know a friend or family member with this condition, please share this article from Dole with them. “A new study suggests a yoga pose as a beneficial treatment for scoliosis. For the study, researchers recruited 25 scoliosis (a condition in which the spine curves sideways) patients, ages 14 to 85 years from a private medical […]
Read moreDr. Eifrig has a great health and wellness newsletter. He publishes many lists that summarize ways to stay healthy both mentally and physically. Here is a short list from his most recent newsletter with recommendations for ways to protect yourself this season. ——————————— 1) Don’t share food or drinks. Eating and drinking from another person’s utensils and glasses means you’re […]
Read moreWe all should be concerned about pesticides in our food supply. I know it is expensive and difficult to eat all organic produce. Organic farmers do use pesticides too, they just use safer products. If you can purchase organic produce when it comes to the dirty dozen that is one step in the right direction. The dirty dozen is the […]
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