The holiday season has arrived. Along with the excitement and anticipation of celebrations we find ourselves surrounded by tempting food choices that we might not otherwise indulge in. For many these foods seem to bring out self-defeating negative statements. We tell ourselves things like, “I’m cheating” or “I’m so bad” or “I’m probably going to regret […]
Continue ReadingCoq au Vin, Beef Bourguignon and Cassoulet the Ingredient Guru Way Most classic French dishes are simple, rustic fare prepared well. Dishes such as cassoulet, beef Bourguignon and coq au vin have a gourmet air to them in the States, but in the French countryside, they’re about as common as fried chicken and mashed potatoes […]
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Vegetables and whole foods are classic ingredients for a healthy diet. Most of us do not eat nearly enough, leaving us deficient in fiber and important nutrients. Integrating vegetables into daily recipes and menus for a family can be challenging if you’re used to the standard meat-and-potatoes diet. Here’s how to liven up your mealtimes […]
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My friend Erin recently shared this delicious recipe for a great on-the-go-snack bar. With pumpkins in season, it’s easy enough to make your own puree. If you don’t have the time or inclination to make your own, the canned stuff works just fine. A couple of words of caution, however, when choosing canned pumpkin:It’s best to […]
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Officially known as Curcuma longa, turmeric is an herb that has been used for thousands of years. You can use this incredibly tasty spice with a variety of foods and it even provides several important health benefits. What Is Turmeric? Native to India and related to the ginger plant, turmeric is the primary spice used in […]
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You may never see the term “leaky gut” on a hospital chart. That’s not because it isn’t real or acknowledged by the functional medicine community. Leaky Gut Syndrome, sometimes referred to as Intestinal Permeability, is a term used to describe a set of symptoms that have an undiagnosed cause. It can be challenging to get […]
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Remember when you were a teenager and you’d get together with your friends to make cookies? And you wound up eating half the cookie dough before you even got the first batch out of the oven? Okay, well maybe that was just me, but it sure was tasty. Don’t eat that Fast forward a few years […]
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Update: A new article claiming that coconut oil is “pure poison” has hit the newsfeed. And the media is going into a frenzy, it is bad for you, is it good for you? This whole ping-pong effect has consumers feeling overwhelmed, confused, and worried about their health. I’m going to once again state my position. […]
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It’s getting hot here in Texas And the humidity isn’t far behind. Once the humidity hits stepping outside is like walking into a sauna. With all of that heat and humidity, it’s no wonder dinner time is seen as more of a chore in the summer. After all, who wants to heat up the kitchen when […]
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What is Titanium Dioxide? Titanium dioxide is a naturally occurring compound used as a coloring agent in cosmetics, personal care products, supplements, and processed foods. It whitens and brightens as well as prevents discoloration. Titanium dioxide also blocks ultraviolet (UV) rays, which is why it’s found in many sunscreens. The compound used in manufacturing is […]
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