Erythritol. You've probably seen it in food label ingredients and wondered what exactly it is...or you may not even known you're consuming it daily! What is it? Erythritol is a four-carbon sugar alcohol or polyol that contains about 60 percent to 80 percent of the sweetness of … [Read more...]
Why Does Coffee Make You Poop?
Does Joe make you go to the John? Ever had to jolt to the bathroom minutes after finishing (or even not finishing) your morning cup of joe? Many typically think it's the caffeine that simulates the bowls so quickly, … [Read more...]
The New Low-Calorie Sweetener
Have you heard of allulose? If not, you will soon enough and the name will soon be everywhere. It's a new, super-low-calorie natural sweetener that's being produced by the makers of Splenda under the name "Dolcia Prima" (and supposedly it tastes "amazing"). What is it made … [Read more...]
Hemp Seed Butter (plus all it’s HEALTH BENEFITS!)
I made flippin' HEMP SEED BUTTER in my Instagram stories today (I hope you saw it!) Not only does it taste delicious and saves you money, but the amazing health benefits of hemp may surprise you and you'd be all about it after reading (and making) this! Raw Hemp Seed … [Read more...]
Sprouted Hummus (with Sunbutter!)
Finally! The recipe for the SPROUTED HUMMUS I made in my Instagram stories last week! (oh and it's nut free for all those with allergies). This is a great way to incorporate the amazing benefits of sprouted foods! I admit, I don't do it enough, but when I do I feel ah-maz-ing! … [Read more...]
Lavender Lemon Probiotic Paleo Ice Cream
I made this Lavender Lemon (banana, dairy, & coconut free) probiotic, paleo AND Whole 30 ice cream in my Instagram stories (I hope you saw it!) and have been savoring it secretly until now. I used Vital Proteins Beauty Water that contains Bacillus Coagulans (a probiotic … [Read more...]
Slippery Elm Benefits (UC, Crohns, IBS, GERD and more!)
Ever heard of Slippery Elm? I take it whenever my stomach is inflamed, but it does more than just calm the stomach. Slippery elm is a tree, and the inner bark (not the whole bark) has been shown to treat a number of digestive issues. What makes it so great? It contains mucilage, … [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...]