We should all eat more turmeric.
Turmeric is a powerful anti-inflammatory and research shows that it is effective in treating pain Holistic Pain Relief . It is also useful in treating arthritis and is currently being researched for Alzheimer’s prevention. The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Therapies published a review of […]
If you’re thinking of adding turmeric to your diet, please try it. Turmeric (Curcuma longa) has two dozen anti-inflammatory qualities, is effective in treating pain, and the risk of turmeric supplement side effects is low. The spice is commonly used in Ayurvedic medicine and may prevent cancer, reduce the risk of pain, and treat arthritis.
Wondering what your liver does and how to have a liver detox? Below, I’ve put together some long-term strategies for liver health.
Your liver is located in the upper right portion of your abdomen. Blood enters your liver right after leaving your stomach and intestines.
The liver breaks down nutrients and […]
If you’ve every wondered what you can eat on a gluten-free diet, this is for you.
Not sure if you should be going gluten-free? Check out our guide to everything you need to know about gluten. Some people cannot have gluten at all as it has some dangerous side effects, like breaking down […]
Here’s one of my favourite recipes. I drink a cup of turmeric tea most mornings before a busy day. The ginger and turmeric kick will give you a power up.
I sometimes see a tendency to exaggerate the benefits of certain foods, including turmeric. I can tell you that turmeric is […]
We would all do well to consume fewer sweets.
The average North American eats 150 pounds of sugar each year. Two hundred years ago, it was only 2 pounds per year. Here are facts that still make me pause: sugar is as addicting as cocaine and triggers the same reward center of the brain.
Yes, you can lose weight. And you don’t need fad diets to do it.
Your diet and lifestyle are tightly, closely linked to your health. More so than most of us realize.
When I first assess a new patient, a diet history is part of the assessment. I see […]
Has your doctor told you that you need to go gluten-free? Check out these gluten-free blogs full of tasty, easy recipes.
One of my top tips for going gluten-free is to join a gluten-free community. It’s so much easier to learn about new foods, takeout ideas, and even feel good about being gluten-free when you know […]
Need more ideas on going gluten-free? Here are our top tips on ways to be gluten-free – and some of them aren’t just about what foods to eat.
Gluten is a protein in grains like wheat and found in breads, pasta, and even foods like most brands of soy sauce. There are two groups of […]
Looking to start your day off with something healthy? Turmeric ginger tea is an easy way to do just that.
It’s simple. Really simple. Take some fresh ginger and slice it in strips. Let it steep in a cup of hot water along with some ground turmeric. Add a dash of […]
