SURPRISING SYMPTOMS OF GLUTEN INTOLERANCE Over two million Americans have celiac disease and should avoid eating gluten. However, as little as a decade ago, virtually no one in the U.S. seemed to have a problem eating this protein that’s found in bread and other foods. Research confirms that about 1 percent of U.S. adults have…
STRESSED AND WIRED OR STRESSED AND TIRED? Cortisol has two primary functions: “Regulatory” – promoting the coordination of circadian events such as the sleep/wake cycle and food intake “Reactive” – providing the ability to react to, cope with, adapt to, and recover from stressful events and triggering episodes In a Regulatory mode, cortisol peaks in the…
COWBOY CAVIAR: HEART HEALTH SUPERBOWL RECIPE Beans beans….the magical fruit! Research supports that just 2/3 cup of beans a day can lower cholesterol levels by 18% in 8 weeks, that lowers your risk for heart disease by 36%!!! This is more substantial than a statin drug! Did you know that statin drugs (Crestor, Lipitor, Simvastatin,…
ROASTED NUTS AND BRUSSLES SPROUTS SLAW INGREDIENTS: 1/3 cup pecan halves 1 1/2 tsp. butter, melted 1 Tbsp maple syrup 1/4 tsp. sea salt, plus more, to taste 1 Tbsp each fresh chopped rosemary and thyme Pinch of cayenne pepper 2 lb. brussels sprouts, trimmed and fibrous stem and cut in half 1 small head radicchio, quartered/cored…
PARMESAN BRUSSELS SPROUTS You are NOT allowed to say you “don’t like brussels sprouts” until you have tried this dish and if you still don’t like it…just add bacon (pasture-raised nitrate-free)! INGREDIENTS: 1 Tbsp grass-fed butter 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1# brussels sprouts 1 Tbsp butter, divided 2 Tbsp shredded Parmesan cheese 1/2 tsp sea…
IMPROVING YOUR DIGESTION! Nutritional deficiencies, behavioral conditions such as ADHD, diabetes, heart disease and even cancer can be due to imbalanced nutrition and/or improper digestive function. The American diet plays a dual role in digestive concerns. Many of the foods offered are processed, acidic, and void of necessary nutrients leading to deficiency and sub-optimal functionality…
FOOD-AS-MEDICINE RECIPE: GINGER PECAN ENERGY CRUMBLE! Burnt out on almonds? Pecans, the star of this recipe contain epigallocatechin 38 gallate,better known as EGCG, the primary flavanol found in green tea. An extensive amount of studies have shown EGCG to be effective in stunting cancer cell growth and promoting healthy fat metabolism, which could help those…
ROASTED BEET AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD WITH THE BEST BALSAMIC DRESSING When choosing beets, select firm roots; smaller roots will be sweeter, quicker to cook, and won’t require peeling! While the quality of the greens does not reflect that of the roots, if you are going to consume this very nutritious part of the plant…
CHARD GRUYERE FRITATTA Chard is a fabulous blend of an edible crisp stem with soft sweet leaves. Look for bright firm leaves. Wrap in cloth or plastic and store in refrigerator for up to 3 days. A member of the beet family, this nutrient-dense produce item sends its energy to the leaves rather than dense…
