4 Recipes for a Healthier Holiday Table
Category: Healthy Nutrition
During the bustling holiday season, it’s often tempting to give in to the array of irresistible, yet not-so-nutritious, festive treats. However, by opting for smarter, healthier alternatives, you can enjoy […]
This Little-Known Nutrient Helps Boost Your Brain, Heart, and Gut Health
Category: Healthy Nutrition
If you read your food labels, I’m sure that you’ve run across the ingredient lecithin (usually soy lecithin or sunflower lecithin) because it’s one of the most widely used food […]
A Heartfelt Thanksgiving Tribute to Wellness
Category: Healthy Nutrition
As we gear up for a season of gratitude, I’ve been reflecting on the roots of my wellness journey. It’s incredible to think it all started back in 1915 with […]
Craving Sweets? Your Gut Bacteria May be Calling the Shots
Category: Healthy Gut
Have you ever reached for that sweet treat and wondered why it’s so hard to resist? What if I told you that the real craving might not be coming from […]
From Ancient Microbiomes to Modern Digestion: Your Guide to Gut Wellness
Category: Healthy Gut
Ever felt that nagging stomach pain or the discomfort of bloating? You’re not alone. Digestive dilemmas are on the rise. In fact, a recent large-scale multinational study found that 4 […]
Interferons: Your Body’s Natural Sentries
Category: Healthy Immune System
Our bodies are naturally equipped with an immune system that protects us from harmful microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, fungi, and toxins (chemicals produced by microbes). Unfortunately, poor nutrition, stress, and […]
Immune Defense: What We Can Learn From Washington’s Troops!
Category: Healthy Immune System
When we think of the Revolutionary War, images of battles, heroes, and iconic moments often come to mind. But what if I told you a health decision was among the […]
6 Nutrients for Fewer Classroom Sniffles
Category: Healthy Nutrition
School’s back and kids come home with runny noses as they get exposed to inevitable germs and bugs. The best way to protect them from catching the typical coughs and […]
Supplements & Phytonutrients; Should You Care?
Category: Healthy Nutrition
Have you heard of phytonutrients? Phytonutrients are natural chemical compounds found in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, herbs, spices, and other plant foods. “Phyto” refers to the Greek word meaning plant. Phytonutrients act as pigments, […]