History + Benefits of MacaMaca root (lepidium meyenii) comes from the high altitude regions of Peru and it is said that the Inca warriors would consume maca before going into battle. In fact, the Incan warriors believed it increased their energy, strength and stamina. Now, we could all … [Read more...] about Benefits of Maca for Men & Women + Maca Latte Recipe
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How to Stop Hair Shedding
In women the major cause of hair loss before the age of 50 is nutritional, with 30% affected. - International Journal of Cosmetic Science How to Stop Hair Shedding Recently I was lead to the book "8 Steps to Reverse Your PCOS," by Integrative Doctor Fiona McCulloch, N.D. I was greatly impressed … [Read more...] about How to Stop Hair Shedding
L-lysine for Hair Health
Invest in Your Hair, it is the Crown you Never Take Off. - UnknownL-lysine for Hair Health In my previous post, Stop Hair Shedding + Book Review of “8 Steps to Reverse Your PCOS”, I sited very critical information for optimal hair growth from The Journal of Cosmetic Science: The main cause … [Read more...] about L-lysine for Hair Health
Maca Sweet Potato Brownies with Burdock
Recently, I acquired a copy of Ella Woodward's first cookbook (I highly recommend it), which features plant-based, gluten-free recipes. A lovely friend in Paris recommended it to me who is familiar with my love of real food and the foods I personally forgo in my diet (wheat, gluten, refined sugar … [Read more...] about Maca Sweet Potato Brownies with Burdock
Ways to Eliminate Hormone Disruptors
Endocrine disruptors can increase production of certain hormones, decrease production of others and interfere with hormone signaling. - EWG The topic of hormones and hormone imbalance seems to be trending at the moment, as it should be, since more and more men and women are finding themselves … [Read more...] about Ways to Eliminate Hormone Disruptors
Xeno-hormone Free Lifestyle
Xenoestrogens...or [xenohormones] tend to accumulate in fatty tissue. -Dr. Devra Lee Davis, Epidemiologist Xeno-hormone Free Lifestyle + Top Products Recently, I embarked on a hormone balancing journey. I was inspired by my recent Dutch Test results, Dr. John Lee, Dr. Eckhart and Virginia Hopkins' … [Read more...] about Xeno-hormone Free Lifestyle