Here are more of my thoughts about the effects of seaweed and radiation on the body. I hope you find this information useful and not fearful. I feel very empowered by this information and pleased to know how to keep myself healthy during stressful times. Please let me know if you find this useful. (Radioactive)…
This is a word that is thrown around in the food and supplement industry and used in the media to sell things. “Live cultures,” “friendly bacteria, ” and “intestinal flora.” They are all the same thing, but what does this all mean, really? Probiotics are Lactobacilli spp. or Lactic-Acid Producing bacteria. They naturally live in…
Did you know that food allergies can have a huge impact on how much energy you have? You may experience energy lulls throughout the day or just wake up in the morning not fully rested. Either way, you can be sure that by continuing to eat food that your body cannot fully digest you will…
How many times have you promised yourself that you will not eat a second helping of food or that you will stop eating sugar this winter only to be foiled by a delectable treat wafting its aroma right into your nose? The number one cause of weight gain during the holidays is overeating. Did you…
Top 5 Ingredients to Avoid In Order to Live a Better Life, Gain More Energy, and Develop the Clarity and Confidence You Need to Be Successful in Your Business and Personal Life. 1. High Fructose Corn Syrup Made by converting corn into cornstarch and then adding enzymes to increase the sweetness of it. concerns: http://www.care2.com/greenliving/high-fructose-corn-syrup-that-sweet-sweet-bully.html…
I taught my last free Co-Op class for the summer last Wednesday. Don't worry, I'm teaching more this fall. The topic was pH: The Acid-Alkaline Mystery Explained and there were about 25 participants. We all sat outside at Fertile Ground B&B in downtown Olympia and enjoyed the beautiful summer evening air while discussing the basics…
What is really going on inside your intestinal tract? Did you know that a large portion of your immune function resides in the intestines? If your digestion is running smoothly you will get sick less often. You will be less susceptible to diseases. Why? Well, the intestinal flora provide an environment and ecosystem within the…
Knowing what triglycerides are and how they are formed is integral in figuring out how to effect them in your body. First we must know that glucose, or blood sugar, is the body's preferred fuel source. Glucose is converted into glycogen and used by every cell in the body. When there is an excess of…
There's no denying that everyone, at one time or another, has had a snack attack. Views on snacking differ. Some of us feel that snacking is bad and that eating between meals leads to weight gain. Others believe that eating many small meals and snacks throughout the day is healthy for maintaining energy levels and…
I know not everyone celebrates Thanksgiving, but I am sure you can relate to family gatherings with tons of food. This is one way people get together—food. It is something we all have in common. On the downside, it can be what makes dealing with specific food allergies, food addictions, and other things so difficult…
Most of us are aware of the importance of drinking enough water. Getting our daily requirement of water helps our organs perform their functions, keeps our skin clear and hydrated, and allows physical action in our bodies to flow smoothly. Even with this knowledge, it can still be challenging to drink all the water our…
Grocery shopping is one of the foundations of health. Learning how to do it well can help you save tons of time and money. Incorporate these steps into your routine and reap the benefits of home cooked meals (delicious leftovers for lunch) while still working and getting everything done. Here are the tips for saving…
From the first page I liked the writing style. I found it easy to follow and understand, although a good knowledge of either nutrition or anthropology will make it a faster and more comprehensible read. According to Wrangham, there are no raw food cultures ever recorded in human history. Yes, people eat foods raw but…