We generally think of malnutrition as a plight specific to developing nations and associate it with the lack of food. The trouble we experience in westernized countries is more often “hidden hunger”, or the insufficient consumption of essential nutrition, hidden by the fact that we technically … Read the rest
Whether it’s a pyramid or a divided plate chart, we have all seen the infographics designed to describe which foods and how much we should be eating for good health. Most, if not all of these charts include a significant portion of dairy-based foods. The rationale … Read the rest
Your brain is not separate from your body, and we are quite literally what we eat. It follows then, that the more nutrient-dense, brain cell building material and the less damaging toxic material we put into our bodies, the healthier our brains will be. Of course, … Read the rest
Folate is a tricky nutrient. It is essential, which means your body can’t make it and you need to consume it, BUT there can be a big difference between how much you are consuming and how much your body is actually able to use. In honor … Read the rest
What is DIM and how does it work with hormones? Diindolylmethane (or DIM) is both an antioxidant and phytonutrient. It is a naturally occurring substance generated when acids in the stomach break down indole-3-carbinol (I3C), a compound found in cruciferous vegetables such as kale, broccoli, cabbage, … Read the rest
Forget the oysters and champagne. Here is the real science behind the foods that are more likely to help you get pregnant.
About 15% of heterosexual couples report struggling with infertility, and it is a nearly even 50/50 split between whether the issue is on the … Read the rest
More and more evidence has found its way to mainstream media regarding the importance of connectedness and socialization as a necessary element for reducing stress. Humans are inherently social beings and enjoy the company of others for various reasons while those connections contribute to better overall … Read the rest
Some say it’s basic, others say it’s the bomb, and we say it’s here to stay. Avocado toast, when done with whole grains, organic free range eggs, and in season avocados, is a nutrient dense and delicious meal. A single medium sized avocado contains 10 … Read the rest
Chromium is an essential trace mineral that we all need in our diets in very small quantities. Once absorbed, chromium is distributed widely in the body, with the highest levels being found in the kidney, liver, spleen, and bone [1]. It is one … Read the rest
In a lifetime, the average heart will beat 2.5 billion times. This vital organ is not only responsible for delivering oxygen and nutrients throughout the body, but it is also the workhorse muscle that sustains life.
The key to heart health is a healthy diet, active … Read the rest
