If you regularly follow health news or read about wellness, you've likely been hearing a lot about inflammation. Acute inflammation is our bodies protective response to infection or injury, to a cut or a virus. Your white blood cells, also known as leukocytes, are released into the blood … [Read more...] about Understanding Inflammation (AND My Alkaline Green Lemonade Recipe!)
How Does Food As Medicine Improve Our Mental Health?
May has been observed as Mental Health Month in the U.S. since 1949. The color of Mental Health Month is green. It symbolizes hope, health, renewal and good luck. 2019's key intention is connecting the dots between our physical health and the role it plays in our mental … [Read more...] about How Does Food As Medicine Improve Our Mental Health?
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