What is Magnesium? Magnesium is an important mineral in which over one-half of the US population is deficient, simply due to the lack of whole foods in our diet and the onset of conventional farming. Since food processing refines out a very large portion of magnesium (along with other essential … [Read more...] about Are You Magnesium Deficient? Signs & Symptoms
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Sugar Isn’t Really Sugar Anymore: Why Your Body is Craving Real Food, not Sugar! + A Healthy Sweetener Guide
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
The Benefits of Saffron + a Glimpse Into the French Countryside
This Californian's recent trip to the South of France proved to exceed every expectation. The area of France known as Provence has long been known for its Mediterranean climate, exquisite seafood cuisine, roman history and lots of amazing wine...you really can drink the wine like water … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Saffron + a Glimpse Into the French Countryside
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)