The 5 Best (and Worst) Sweeteners You Can Eat
Let’s face it: Sweeteners aren’t great for your health. They stimulate your appetite, encourage your sweet tooth and pack on the pounds while also placing you at risk for obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and fatty liver. But, we’re all human and cutting all sweeteners tomorrow isn’t realistic. Let’s rank the best and worst […]
Want to Screen for Diabetes Risk?
Want to screen for diabetes risk? With so many people living with diabetes, the term is used so often that we either think that we will never get this, or that if we do there are many medications that will keep it under control. But what we can’t picture are all the risks – blindness, […]
Brussel Sprouts Salad Recipe
Brussels Sprout Salad Gives you a nutrient-dense dish with lots of Vitamin C and a delicious toasted hazelnut and pear dressing! Delicious for the whole family! Ingredients 1 cup (150 g) toasted hazelnuts, skins removed 2 pounds (908 g) brussel sprouts, trimmed cleaned 1 medium (200 g) honeycrisp apple, quartered, seeded ½ large winter squash […]
Is Sugar Bad for Your Heart?
Is Sugar Bad for Your Heart? Too much added sugar can be one of the greatest threats to cardiovascular disease. “Basically, the higher the intake of added sugar, the higher the risk for heart disease,” – Dr. Hu, professor of nutrition at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. The effects of added sugar […]
Prebiotics, Probiotics and Your Microbiome
Your body is full of bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Trillions of these tiny microbes—collectively called your microbiome—exist mainly inside your intestines, in your mouth, and on your skin. They are with you from birth. While some bacteria and microbes are potentially harmful, others are extremely important for supporting your health. Diversity is Key and Prebiotics […]
Your Immune System Needs Exercise!
I have always felt my daily dose of 30 minute bootcamp sessions is my best way to boost my immune system. Science proves me right !!! Your immune system NEEDS exercise! A 2019 review in the Journal of Sport and Health Science found that moderate exercise boosts your immune system defense activity and metabolic health. […]
Science and Your Gut/Skin Connection
The science of the gut/skin connection is not new! Beauty begins on the inside and we’re going to take a little dive into the connection between our skin and gut. Researchers at Duke University were aware of a connection between skin health and gut health way back in the 1930’s when they connected the dots […]
Katie Couric and I have this in common……
Katie Couric recently went on national news announcing that she was diagnosed with breast cancer on June 21, 2022 and underwent surgery in July and began a 15-day course of radiation in September. I was diagnosed with Stage “0” 14 years ago and also had a lumpectomy and local radiation. We BOTH have dense breast […]
Tips to Stay Hydrated on the Go
In the comfort of your home, hydration is a simple matter: if you’re thirsty, you grab a glass of water. When you’re on the road—whether it’s a trip out-of-town or a day spent running errands—hydration isn’t so easy. It is, however, still vitally important. Six Tips to Stay Hydrated on the Go Carry a reusable […]