Did you know gelatin is good for you?

You know those jellied salads your mother and grandmothers used to put on the potluck table? As it turns out, the gelatin that makes those molded salads stand up like they do is extremely healthy for us. Well, without all the sugar that Great Aunt Martha used to add in there of course! Gelatin is […]

Eat as if your life depended on it.

What if every bite you put in your mouth gave your body something that would make you stronger and healthier? How many times have you wished it could be easier to lose weight, to get healthier? Yes, it can be a struggle to get on (and stay on) that healthy path. But what if you […]

The common weed that can help beat bloat

While a gardener might disagree, I believe dandelions are much more than a springtime nuisance. Dandelions are among the most nutrient-dense plants you can find in nature. Dandelion has been used medicinally in many different cultures over the centuries, especially the roots and leaves of the plant. Dandelion root is a staple in my home, […]

Tips for optimizing veggie intake on a budget

Very few of us manage to get in all of the vegetables we need every day for optimal health—at least 5-13 servings (about 6 cups) each day, a variety from each color group: dark greens (lettuce, kale, spinach), red and orange (sweet potatoes, pumpkins, tomatoes), and “other” vegetables (cabbage, brussels sprouts, onions). In most cases, […]

Where are 90% of a walnut’s antioxidants found?

Walnuts are like nature’s perfect little packaged food. Chock full of healthy fats, antioxidants, protein, fiber, minerals, and vitamins, walnuts reign supreme in the kingdom of nuts. Just a quarter cup of walnuts a day is plenty for you to reap their health benefits. And just what sorts of health benefits are we talking about? […]

This creepy sounding stuff will fix what ails you!

I realize that “bone broth” might not sound to you like the most appetizing thing in the world, but I can assure you that it is one of the most wonderful, healing substances you can put in your body. Bone broth is made simply by simmering animal bones in water with a bit of cider […]

7 foods to lower inflammation in your body

While getting regular exercise and reducing the amount of stress in your life are key components to reducing the inflammation in your body, we can also add certain anti-inflammatory foods to our diet, (all the while cutting out sugar and processed food), to optimize our health. The following seven foods are anti-inflammatory superheroes and you […]