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Staying Healthy During Cold and Flu Season

November 20th, 2018

Cold and Flu season is from November to April.  Colds are minor illnesses caused by a virus that last about …

World Kindness Day- Make a Donation to your Local Food Bank Today!

November 13th, 2018

People often think about giving to the Food Bank at Christmas but the Food Bank needs donations all year round.  …

Smart Snacking Helps Manage Blood Glucose

November 6th, 2018

November is Diabetes Month.  If you have Type II Diabetes, a snack can help you manage your blood glucose levels.   …

Halloween Treats

October 30th, 2018

It’s that time of year again, candy is everywhere.  Are you trying to figure out how to manage your kid’s …

Bone Broth: Superfood or Superfraud?

October 23rd, 2018

More and more of my clients have been asking about the health benefits of bone broth.  They wonder if it …

Is Lemon Water a Miracle Potion?

October 9th, 2018

Lemon water has been recommended for years as part of weight loss plans, touted for its’ ability to detoxify, alkalinize, …

Are lectins toxic anti-nutrients we should avoid?

October 2nd, 2018

There is some plant bashing going on in books and circulating on the internet accusing legumes and nightshade vegetables of …

Can we put the salt shaker back on the table?

October 1st, 2018

The World Health Organization recommends an intake of less than 2.0g of sodium per day to reduce the risk for …

Which Peppers do you Pick? Red, yellow, orange or green?

September 25th, 2018

Did you know that green bell peppers are just un-ripe or immature red peppers?  Green peppers cost less at the …

Top 5 Tips to Simplify School Lunches

September 18th, 2018

It’s back to school, back to routine and back to rushed mornings.  If I have learned anything over the last …