Are Brazil Nuts the Healthiest Nuts? 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 … [Read more...] about Brazil Nut Protein Ball Recipe – 2023
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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
Top 5 Immune Support Supplements
What are some key supplements to rotate or take daily to boost and support our immune defense? I like to keep the below 5 immune support supplements in rotation throughout the year, and daily in cold and flu season. Basically, you can introduce one, two or even all of the below supplements to ensure … [Read more...] about Top 5 Immune Support Supplements