SUGAR! It's everywhere and we just cannot seem to live without it. I admit, I too was addicted to refined sugar. In fact, it took me a whole year to kick the addiction. I wrestled daily with having my 1/3 - 1/2 conventional chocolate bar a day. I justified my addiction to chocolate with the idea … [Read more...] about Sugar Isn’t Really Sugar Anymore: Why Your Body is Craving Real Food, not Sugar! + A Healthy Sweetener Guide
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The Amazing Power of Ginger + 4 Ways to Consume it Everyday
Keep Calm and Eat Ginger.Anyone who knows me well, can attest that I absolutely love Ginger! It's my go-to for almost everything, especially at the first signs of a cold or upset stomach. The warm, slightly spicy root with a hint of sweetness, is the perfect wake up call in the morning or call … [Read more...] about The Amazing Power of Ginger + 4 Ways to Consume it Everyday
What is Inflammation? + Top Anti-inflammatory Foods (a.k.a foods that fight disease)
What is Inflammation? Inflammation is the body's immune system response to damaged cells, injury, pathogens or irritants (stimulus) and is a sign that the body is trying to heal itself. Additionally, having too much inflammation (over a long period of time) in the body is responsible for most … [Read more...] about What is Inflammation? + Top Anti-inflammatory Foods (a.k.a foods that fight disease)