PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE KETO BITES FOOD AS MEDICINE: Pumpkin is a rich source of Vitamin A (200% of your daily need in one cup) in the form that best protects your vision. The soluble fiber and zinc in pumpkin play a role for blood sugar and insulin regulation while the phytosterols in the seeds aid in lowering…
FOOD AS MEDICINE: Gelatin is comprised of glycine and proline, two amino acids that are generally limited in the American diet as they are found abundant in organs, bones, and fibrous animal tissues not commonly consumed in our modern diet. These amino acids contribute to healthy skin and promote collagen formation as well as hair…
KETO PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE FOOD AS MEDICINE: This easy keto fudge has the nostalgia of a dessert while still maintaining the high fat, low carb ketogenic lifesyle. All of our keto friendly indulgences will be devoid of non-caloric sweeteners as these create a false expectation of sweet. Even natural non-caloric sweeteners like stevia and erythritol…
OATMEAL RAISIN LACTATION COOKIES Galactagogues are compounds that aid in increasing milk production and flow. Herbs such as alfalfa, blessed thistle and fenugreek have historically been used to aid with low milk production. These cookies use brewer’s yeast, rolled oats and flaxseeds which are all considered galactagogues and turn them into a delicious, satiating snack…
FOOD AS MEDICINE: One of my favorite hacks during a busy clinic day is an adult lunchable that I can run downstairs and assemble in less than 5 minutes from items I already have on hand. Adult lunchables or bento boxes are a way to simplify lunches while maintaining your macronutrient goals and providing a…
WHOLE ROASTED CAULIFLOWER FOOD AS MEDICINE: Cauliflower has a mild and sweet flavor and can be prepared in a variety of ways including, roasted, sautéed, steamed or even chopped as a rice substitute or mashed as a potato substitute. Cauliflower has a variety of nutritional benefits one of them being cancer prevention. The I3C compound…
SWEET POTATO AVOCADO TOAST FOOD AS MEDICINE: Sweet potatoes are rich in beta-carotene (which the body then converts to Vitamin A) and are also good sources of Vitamin C, manganese, copper, Vitamin B6, potassium, iron, and dietary fiber. Sweet potatoes come in about 400 varieties and two main hues, with either cream- or orange-colored flesh.…
SPAGHETTI SQUASH PIZZA BOATS FOOD AS MEDICINE: Volumetrics is the focus on eating foods that are high in nutrients and volume but low in calories. These foods yield satisfaction while promoting weight loss. Cup for cup, swapping out pasta for spaghetti squash saves over 180 calories and provides less than 1/3 of the carbohydrates. Using non-starchy vegetables such…
ZESTY GRAIN FREE LEMON BARS FOOD AS MEDICINE: Lemons provide over 100% of your daily vitamin C requirements. Known for their high anti-oxidant content, lemons help fight free radicals in the body and protect your vessels. Lemons are also a good source of thiamin, riboflavin, pantothenic acid, iron, calcium, and more! They are also very…
