Food and Health Archives

Does your food remind you of something or someone?

Food, specifically the aromas in food, can trigger the limbic system, and our emotional brain.

Are You Getting Animal Products You Can Trust?

As conscious consumers, it’s imperative that we make wise food choices that support our health, and the health of the planet.

Do you like to grill? Use these 3 healthy tips.

Grilling (especially meats) has gotten a bad rap over the past couple of decades. Here’s my top 3 tips to keep it healthy… and delicious!

Your organs are talking! Can you hear what they are saying?

When the organ systems become congested, or if they are not receiving what they need (physically, emotionally, spiritually), they make it known by how someone expresses his or herself.

Do you need gut support? Try this healing food.

Lots of folks have taken grains completely out of their diet and they still have digestive issues. For many folks, going grain-free is not all it’s cracked up to be.

3 Reasons to Use Food as Medicine

We’ve all heard the catchphrase, “Food is Medicine.” But, do you know why this is so important?

Do you think beets taste like dirt?

Beets have been known throughout the culinary medicine world as a classic blood builder.

Are you eating this healing root?

Burdock is known as a traditional blood purifier. If you’re not eating this root yet, put it into your food! Here’s why…

If you want to improve health and vitality, support this essential organ

This organ has the ability to repair itself. That says a LOT about its importance in the body. So, let’s keep it functioning optimally!

Are sautéed greens with garlic good for your heart? Maybe not…

It’s imperative to keep in mind that it’s not just what you eat that’s important, it’s how you cook it.

Are you vitamin D deficient? Probably not.

I understand the need for vitamin D, but I always question when a craze sweeps the nation, or the world. And, you should too. Here’s why…

Are you worried about your bones? Stop taking calcium and vitamin D!

If you want to truly nourish your bones, I’d highly recommend you ditch the supplements and get into your kitchen to cook up traditional bone building foods.

People WITHOUT heart disease encouraged to take statins! Really??

There’s a lot of crap out there in the world that disguises itself as news. And, I stepped in some of it last week while reading the newspaper.

Do you know easy kitchen remedies for respiratory health?

The changing season brings with it a host of challenges especially, for the lungs and respiratory system.

Are you supporting brain health? You need too!

Alzheimer’s doesn’t just happen upon as we age, it’s a long-term process that takes years to develop. Start supporting your brain health now! Here’s how…

Use these various cooking styles to influence your health

Food can be used as medicine, but it’s important to know the dosage and preparation of that medicine to get the results you’re seeking.

Can food really be thy medicine?

Figuring out when is the best time to fast, or when is the best time to build the body with food, and how best to prepare those foods, is a delicate balance.

Can our species survive this craziness and start thriving again?

Supporting the health and vitality of our species can be as simple as sending the kids out with a piece of fruit instead of a bag of chips.

Are you wondering when is the best time to eat raw foods?

Raw summer fruits and vegetables are filled with moisture that naturally cools us down when we eat it.

Are you correctly using the various flavors in your food?

If you can satisfy your appetite with a variety of flavors, physical cravings for specific foods outside of your main meals will be greatly reduced. Cravings signify that the body out of balance.

“Life is Delicious”

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