I hear this often, especially in low-carb circles: sugar is sugar is sugar. Meaning all sugars are the same. This is a great misunderstanding. "Anyone who tells you sugar is sugar is way behind the times" says well respected Doctor Joseph Mercola. He goes on to say, "The problem with … [Read more...] about Is Fruit Sugar Bad For Your Health?
Is Stevia 100% Natural? (and how to make the real thing!)
Yes, Stevia leaves are naturally sweet, however those white powders and clear drops we find in grocery stores have very little to do with the Stevia plant. Stevia is green. The end product you purchase in the market is not really stevia at all. It's a super-refined product using … [Read more...] about Is Stevia 100% Natural? (and how to make the real thing!)
Sweet Potato Miso Soup: Self Care In Times Of Stress
March is a messy month. Between the weather and the time change our natural rhythms can be shot to bits. When your clock jumps forward it affects your daily circadian rhythms and hormone cycle for roughly a week, creating a feeling of lethargy. Potentially worsening your sleep and lowering … [Read more...] about Sweet Potato Miso Soup: Self Care In Times Of Stress
The Ultimate Food For Balancing Female Hormones
Girls begin their period between the age of 10 and 18, the average age is 13. We continue to menstruate until about 45, when we enter pre-menopause. Hormones are our major influencer through this long period in our lives. Since we menstruate about every 28 days, that means we are awash.... … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Food For Balancing Female Hormones
Chlorophyll Rich Foods To The Rescue For Fighting Cancer
A thrilling discovery was made in 1990 when scientists began to understand that free radical damage was involved in early and late stage cancer growth. One of the strongest natural nutritional weapons against cancer growth is antioxidant rich live chlorophyll juices and foods. … [Read more...] about Chlorophyll Rich Foods To The Rescue For Fighting Cancer