Soooo, I have a confession to make. I spent years going from one health food store to another in hopes that I might find an organic brand of traditional granola with only whole food ingredients and no sugar added. After having no luck, I decided to make my own! What you are about to see…
Have you begun the steps to a healthier diet but find it’s difficult to let go of fish? You’re not alone. Many find it quite the task to say goodbye to their favorite sea creature delights. But what if you could get the same texture and flavor and still be fish-friendly? I made this simple…
Who likes savoring a bland sandwich? Not me! Of course, mayo to the rescue! Unfortunately, there is often much to be wanting when it comes to typical mayonnaise. The combination of oxidized cholesterol, vinegar, and refined Omega 6 oils can create mayhem on the immune system over time. Instead, why not try a healthier version…
It can feel good to be in control. We like to feel secure about our finances, our families, our jobs, and of course, our health. However, could there be a fine line between control and compulsive behavior? (OCD, anyone?) Can we do the right thing in a wrong way? Is it possible to unintentionally make…
Cancer is a deadly killer disease; there is no doubt about it. It causes millions of people to suffer around the world every year. Can a simple cancer prevention diet help you fight cancer? To find cancer fighting foods, you don’t need to look any further than your local grocery store. An anti-cancer diet can…
Pain in the spine, legs or joints can make your daily routine much more difficult and uncomfortable. Research has shown that chronic pain, often in the form of fibromyalgia, could be due to central sensitization, where neurons in the spinal cord become sensitized by inflammation or cell damage. Certain chemicals in foods can trigger the…
Cancer can be an extremely devastating disease that affects not only the person diagnosed, but their friends and family members as well. While the exact causes and cures for different types of cancers are still largely unknown, most people who are diagnosed follow the routine treatment options. Others, however, are taking things into their own…
Sugar addiction has become a huge problem in the United States, leading to shocking levels of obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and even cancer. The amount of sugary sodas, juices, energy drinks, candy and processed foods that Americans are consuming has helped contribute to illnesses across the map. Five tell-tale signs of a sugar…
According to the American Cancer Society, ovarian cancer only accounts for about 3% of cancers among women. but it causes more deaths than any other cancer of the female reproductive system. While the exact cause of ovarian cancer is still unknown, one of the noted risk factors is diet. The American Cancer Society recommends eating…
Iron deficiency anemia occurs when the level of red blood cells in the body is lower than normal, meaning the body doesn’t have enough iron. The body needs iron to make a protein known as hemoglobin, which is responsible for carrying oxygen to the body’s tissues. This process is essential for the tissues and muscles…
While suffering a stroke may seem almost impossible to a young person, the truth is that there is no such thing as being too young for a stroke. The risk of having a stroke increases with age, but doctors are seeing more young adults and even children suffering from “young strokes.” In patients over the…
Roughly 1.4 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes every year. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form. It’s characterized by high blood glucose levels, caused by either a lack of insulin in the body, or the body’s inability to use insulin properly. Blood sugar levels become high and can wreak havoc on blood vessels…
Losing weight to keep your body healthy can be a challenge. Even when we start to see the pounds fall off, there are often stubborn spots that seem to want to hold on to extra body fat. Arms are one of those common spots for women. If your diet is on point and you’re killing…
Restless leg syndrome is a neurological disorder that is characterized by throbbing, pulling, creeping or other unpleasant sensations in the legs. The feeling is uncontrollable and there is often an overwhelming urge to move them. Symptoms appear most commonly at night when a person is relaxing or resting, and they may increase in severity during…