Do you eat starchy carbs?

Over the past decade, carbs have been demonized. Especially, by the Paleo, AIP and Ketogenic communities. Here’s what they don’t know…

Do you crave umami?

The umami flavor has a neurocognitive effect on the brain and satisfies the body on a deep level.

Silky mushroom soup with crispy shiitake bacon

Ever since I was a little kid I’ve loved cream of mushroom soup. Mushrooms are powerhouse sources of nutrition. They are rich in selenium, b vitamins, and copper, plus they are great sources of fiber and protein. In this yummy recipe I used cremini mushrooms for the base and shiitakes for the garnish. Shiitake mushrooms…

G’night Infusion

Infuse your body with this herbal blend a couple of hours before bed and get ready to sleep like a baby

The olive oil controversy

Most of us folks in the health and wellness community know that oils have a smoke point. And, that smoke point changes with each oil or fat.

Charred Broccolini

This is one of my favorite ways to eat broccolini… roasted until it’s crispy and charred.

Do you eat this toxic food?

When you cook this “toxic” food (boiling, baking, stewing, braising, etc.) both the lectins and solanine are reduced and/or eliminated.

Are you suffering from anemia or B12 deficiency? Try this…

Throughout my teen years I had very low blood iron. I was fatigued, dizzy when I stood up, had pale nail beds, and couldn’t give blood.

Creamy Chicken Liver Mousse

Liver is one of the richest sources of a wide variety of nutrients that we can use to build blood

You need to eat garlic like this to get the benefits

Garlic is most effective when taken in raw form, but that can cause digestive distress in a LOT of folks. Here’s what you can do…

Turmeric is healing BUT not if you are using it incorrectly

If you are taking turmeric in a tea, smoothie, salad, or capsule, you will NOT get the benefits of this healing spice.

Coffee and Thyroid disease? Not a good mix!

A daily coffee habit has a negative impact on the adrenals, endocrine system, and ultimately the thyroid.

Do you eat this ancient food?

I’m a fan of corn, but I don’t eat it daily, and I certainly don’t eat the various derivatives of it – at least not intentionally.

Do you eat beans? I love them!

I’ve been keeping busy updating old bean recipes and creating new bean recipes with my CSA bean share.

Roasted Summer Squash and Kidney Bean Salad

If you love beans too, like I love beans, try this delicious salad with Roasted Summer Squash and Kidney Beans. Delish!

What feeds a healthier microbiome? Seasonal eating!

We are intimately connected to the earth. And, we need to rotate our diets throughout the year, and change our eating habits with the seasons.

Are you using Gotu Kola?

Many folks worry about brain health as they age, so be sure to incorporate Gotu Kola into your diet if you plan on sticking around for a while.

What do you eat to beat the summer heat?

When the weather gets hot and sticky, my main go-to cooling food is watermelon; sweet, watery, cooling, refreshing and absolutely delicious.

Crisp Nappa Summer Salad

Summer time is salad time! This crisp, crunchy and simple summer salad was inspired by my local CSA veggies. It’s simple, refreshing, and totally delish!

Are you taking Ashwaganda correctly? Probably not!

If you want to feel the power of this amazing ancient root, you’ve got to take it with some type of fat.

“Life is Delicious”

Food and Health