Got constipation, bloating, diarrhea, gas, IBS, heartburn, food sensitivities, skin issues, brain fog, or autoimmune problems? That’s likely your gut telling you that something is seriously out of whack. Don’t blame Mom and Dad–it’s probably not about being dealt a bad genetic hand, but more likely, what we in the integrative health world refer to […]
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Thai Tuna Salad Wraps (serves 4)
Easy, quick and delicious lunch any day of the week Thai Tuna Salad Wraps (serves 4) Ingredients: 4 cans Tuna 1/2 cup Red Onion (sliced thin) 2 stalks Green Onion (sliced) 1 tbsp Ginger (peeled and sliced) 1/4 cup Coconut Cream 2 Lime (juiced) 2 tbsps Fish Sauce 2 tbsps Thai Basil (chopped fine) 2 […]
What Exactly is Healthy Eating Anyway?
Having the right mindset is imperative. Accept that you are going to have to eat well and exercise for the rest of your life. Your healthy eating plan becomes a platform that you revert back to, enjoying occasional indulgences and extras rather than following an ‘all or nothing’ approach where you’re always ‘on’ or ‘off’ […]
Reset Your Metabolism
When is comes to resetting your metabolism, quality is the key. The composition of your food matters; Wonder Bread and broccoli are not the same kinds of carbs; likewise, soybean oil and coconut oil are totally different kinds of fats. Your body is smart, it knows the difference, and it knows which of these are […]
Get Your Moves On
Move more!!! Exercise is one of the most powerful ways to take control of your health. Not only can it prevent heart disease, strokes, metabolic syndrome, Type 2 diabetes, Alzheimer’s and cancer, it has been shown to help with depression, insomnia and stress. So exercise is good for you and you want to move as […]
Personal Carbohydrate Tolerance – Beans and Legumes
Beans and lentils contain protein, but they also are high in carbohydrate content. Depending on your personal carbohydrate tolerance, you may be able to introduce some beans and lentils into your diet once you have adapted to a lower carbohydrate protocol and gained better blood glucose control. It’s best to keep your carbohydrate intake very […]