Pumpkin (winter squash) is a wonderful source of carotenes. Diets rich in carotenes offer protection against type 2 diabetes and many cancers. Gluten Free Pumpkin Bread I've been promising this post for quite some time. Yes, it's a bit late;) However, what happened to October? Indeed, it has come … [Read more...] about Gluten Free Pumpkin Bread
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Heme Iron vs. Non-Heme Iron
Iron is critical to human life. - Michael Murray, N.D. Heme Iron vs. Non-Heme Iron Did you know there are actually two forms of iron and that your body absorbs these two forms of iron differently? If you are prone to or have an iron deficiency, it is important to understand that not all iron is … [Read more...] about Heme Iron vs. Non-Heme Iron
Herbal Teas for Anxiety
Stress = Someone Trying to Repair Every Situation Solo - Dave Willis Herbal Teas for Anxiety Several years ago, I was dealing with (what I perceived as) tremendous stressors in my life and wasn't equipped with the life experience, nor the support system I needed at the time. I didn't ask for help, … [Read more...] about Herbal Teas for Anxiety
Honeydew Gazpacho Soup Recipe – Summer Recipes!
Summer is here! This means we get to enjoy delicious cooling foods while we bask in the heat of the sublime sunshine...or hibernate near an AC! And when you're looking for ways to cool yourself down, don't pass up this satiating Honeydew Gazpacho Soup recipe. This healthy, mouth-watering gazpacho is … [Read more...] about Honeydew Gazpacho Soup Recipe – Summer Recipes!
How To Do An Elimination Diet
What Is An Elimination Diet? An elimination diet is a window of time (typically 2-3 weeks) that you eliminate specific foods in your diet, which may be causing an allergic response and/or digestion issues. This eating plan reintroduces the foods one at a time (for 2-3 days) in order to determine … [Read more...] about How To Do An Elimination Diet
How to Stay Healthy While Traveling… What’s in my Carry-On?
I haven't been everywhere, but it's on my list. - Susan SontagOperation: Stay Healthy While Traveling Scenario Origin: San Francisco, California Destination: Paris, France Logistics: 10 days of Travel, 11 hour flight x 2 Limitations: 26 lbs of weight (carry-on + personal item) + possible … [Read more...] about How to Stay Healthy While Traveling… What’s in my Carry-On?