So, why do we need Brazil nut protein balls in our life? Simple answer: Brazil nuts are THE most abundant source of selenium and chromium on the planet! Why do we need selenium and chromium? These two minerals are important for blood sugar balance (i.e. weight loss), thyroid support and even cancer … [Read more...] about Brazil Nut Protein Ball Recipe
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Brazil Nuts…the Perfect Superfood! + Recipe
Brazil Nuts are one of the most abundant sources of selenium and an excellent source of chromium. So why do we need selenium and chromium and can't we get it from other foods? First, a little, food for thought. Brazil nuts are the seeds of incredibly giant wild evergreen trees, native to the Amazon … [Read more...] about Brazil Nuts…the Perfect Superfood! + Recipe
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: A Closer Look at Free Radicals, Trans Fats & Antioxidants
Free radicals and antioxidants are like the classic hero/villain struggle. Free radicals are the "bad guys", destroying the cells in your body constantly. Antioxidants are the superheroes that protect you from the bad guys. Free Radicals Free radicals are molecules that have lost an electron and … [Read more...] about The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: A Closer Look at Free Radicals, Trans Fats & Antioxidants