What is this???? It's stevia! Why is it green? LISTEN UP! Below I explain why I avoid stevia EXCEPT when in this form. Most are already aware that stevia comes from the stevia plant/leaf, and because of this fact it is considered "natural". Yes, it is natural in it's purist … [Read more...]
Pureed Meat
If you have a difficult time digesting meat but need to get in essential proteins only animals can provide for optimal health, try pureeing it! I've been doing it for years now, and let me tell you...I love it! It's great as a dip (think hummus) or alone with a spoon. I don't add … [Read more...]
6 Veggie You Should Eat Cooked
Many veggies are great fresh like zucchini, cucumbers, salad greens - some need to be cooked for better absorption in the body. Below are seven veggies you should take the time to prepare before consuming. Asparagus It won’t harm you to consume asparagus raw, but cooking … [Read more...]
Blackstrap Molasses Benefits
Blackstrap molasses - don't fear it! It's actually super healthy for you and contains benefits you may never knew! It is low glycemic, which is great for diabetics and a better choice than refined sugar overall and contains loads of iron and minerals (high levels of vitamin B6, … [Read more...]
What Do “Natural Flavors” Really Mean?
When the phrase ‘natural flavors’ appears on a package, what do you think of? The FDA hasn't officially defined this term, and can be used to describe almost any type of food. "Natural" is so overused and many think "healthy" if it's "all natural". Having worked in the natural … [Read more...]
Bone Broth – The Healing Food (and what I recommend – not all are the same)
Bone Broth (the ultimate healing food for your gut!) and I bet you've eaten this 100s of times and perhaps never even knew it! Bones and marrow, skin and feet, tendons and ligaments that you can’t eat directly can be boiled and then simmered over a period of days. This … [Read more...]
Coconut Oil – Refined vs. Unrefined – Which is Best?
Refined vs. Unrefined Coconut oil. Confused? Which one should you stay away from? Is one better than the other? Yes! I only eat unrefined, and here's why.... REFINED COCONUT OIL is derived from dried coconut and has been bleached by clays since contaminants arise during … [Read more...]
The Healing Benefits of Manuka Honey
If you have IBS, IBD, crohns, gastritis or any kind of digestive issues, LISTEN UP I can't stress enough about the miraculous benefits of Manuka Honey! Manuka honey is very beneficial at reducing reflux and balancing your digestive system to heal stomach and intestinal … [Read more...]
What To Do If You Have Yeast Overgrowth
If you want to kick a yeast overgrowth in the bootay QUICK, here's what you need to do and why. Most important: De-stress (see this post why) Go on a low carb diet for 7 days and consume mainly: ✅Proteins like: lean chicken, grass-fed beef, and fish (avoid all processed meats … [Read more...]