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You want to know what drives obesity, heart disease, diabetes, dementia, and almost all chronic diseases? Sure, there are influences of genetics and lifestyle and diet, but I’m talking about the molecular mechanism driving the vast majority of illnesses today. It’s INFLAMMATION. Chronic, low-grade, insidious inflammation. It goes on unnoticed—until a diagnosis hits.   If …

Stanford Medicine: Fermented Foods Decrease Markers of Inflammation Read More »

1 in 2 men and 1 in 3 women will develop cancer in their lifetime. Some cancers are out of our control, but we can reduce our risk with things like lifestyle and diet. And new research shows… Maybe we should start to make a habit out of eating mushrooms.  A review of 17 studies …

Mushrooms reduce cancer risk Read More »

Pomegranate seeds don’t just taste great, they are packed full of nutrients! The benefit is just an extra treat to these juicy seeds. Here are a few of the health benefits: Antioxidants: the seeds get their vibrant color from polyphenols Vitamin C: the juice of one pomegranate contains more than 40% of your daily requirement …

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We are so focused on these viral particles that have taken the world by storm, but have you thought about the role of an inherently strong and healthy body? Your nutritional status determines your resilience in the face of disease! If you’ve changed your eating habits in the face of Coronavirus, you might want to …

Nutrition and the Coronavirus Read More »

Making granola is easier than you would think! You can experiment with different nuts, dried fruits, and flavorings. I typically get my ingredients from Trader Joe’s since it is a one stop shop with a great selection. You can also find some great recipes online. I have found this recipe suites our family and I …

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Serves 4-6, prep time 20 minutes, cook time 20 minutes Ingredients: Flank steak 2 cups Jasmine rice 2 limes ¼ cup cilantro (chopped) 2 broccoli heads ½ head of red cabbage Asparagus (bunch) 1 zucchini 3 garlic cloves minced 3 tablespoons of sesame oil 2 tablespoons of avocado oil ½ cup of coconut amino garlic …

Sesame Beef Bowl (with cilantro lime rice) Read More »

🍂 Don’t Miss Out On This Seasonal Superfood ! 🥧 October means pumpkin season! I love incorporating pumpkin into my diet all year round but especially at this time of year. Pumpkins are like powerhouses for your health. They’re high in… ✨ Beta-carotene (an antioxidant and precursor for vitamin A) ✨ Vitamin C (to support …

Bring On the pumpkin! 🍂 Read More »