Got Fiber? We all know the benefits of fruits, veggies and clean proteins, but sometimes we forget about the importance of getting enough fiber. Fiber has many benefits, some which reduce the risk of chronic disease! Here are the top 5: 1. Fiber helps alleviate constipation, hemorrhoids and diverticulosis, as it absorbs water, […]
I hope you enjoyed learning about different types of Food Plans and Lifestyles. I prefer not to use the term diet as that just implies that it is a temporary fix. Did you like the principles of the Mediterranean plan? Or perhaps Paleo seems just right for you? Maybe Keto is the way to go? Or […]
Believe it or not, your gut has a direct connection to your brain, immune system, and why nurturing it through the right foods is key. Picture your gut as a bustling city, teeming with life and activity, complete with winding roads and bustling neighborhoods. It stretches for miles, with its centerpiece being the intestines, […]
Top 10 Tips to Stop Stress Eating 1. Plan ahead. Most of us are guilty of not thinking ahead which can lead to mindless eating and then eating more than we intend or realize. By planning ahead how much we should eat, we always know and CHOOSE ahead what we know will serve us […]
You have gas, bloat and burning which can be so uncomfortable. So, the commercials tell you grab Tums or Pepcid which promises to reduce the acid that is causing your discomfort. Sounds like a great idea. WRONG. It is actually causing you more harm than good. This can lead to so many other […]
I have always been a big fan of lemons! I’ve been starting my day for years with the juice of fresh lemons in room temperature water. The best part is that it’s easy! And no, I don’t juice lemons every day. I usually juice about 3 lemons at a pop and store in a small […]
Yuck. Gross. Ewwhh. The truth is that poopie talk is actually a good thing and a very important part of your health. Poop is one way we take out the trash. And if we don’t take out that trash, it can become stinky and things start to grow in it. Well, the same thing happens […]
During these hot summer months, it’s more important than ever to be aware of possible dehydration. Many times, it’s not something we would even consider. In fact, my dad was hospitalized from severe dehydration a few years back. But we had no idea. He was not his confident self and became confused. It was scary. […]
Ayurveda is the traditional system of medicine of India. It teaches that good health begins with a balanced Agni, or fire, that drives the digestive system. Conversely, Ayurveda believes that all diseases begin in the digestive tract due to an imbalanced Agni. Here in the United States, digestion problems plague most Americans in the form of gas, bloating, constipation, stomach pain, and fatigue […]
Weight. So many of us struggle to get to the weight we want. It’s all about the food, isn’t it? Actually, our weight is not only dictated by what we eat but how we eat. I listened to a podcast today. It was on gut health and Dr. Mary Pardee was being interviewed. […]
