Fifty-years-ago, the sugar industry funded research that downplayed the risks of sugar and highlighted the hazards of fat. Forty-years-ago, high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) started trickling into our food supply. Most people didn’t know what HFCS was. So began the confusion about what is sugar and what sugars are healthy. When I decided to tackle…
CBD for seniors has shown strong promise for age-related health problems with no side effects like prescription medicine. Today in America, there are over 46 million people who are 65 years of age or older. According to Mental Health America, over 27% of senior citizens suffer from anxiety disorders. Up to 88% of seniors have…
It’s no secret that human activity is changing the climate. For many, how to protect the environment can seem like a daunting task. In October 2018, the United Nations top climate science panel gathered in South Korea to prepare a new report on climate change. Their report stated the starkest warnings to date of…
What I love the most about this Indian Lentil Soup are the bright and vibrant flavors. And no one would ever guess that you whipped this meal up in 35 minutes. This recipe is also an inexpensive dish if you already have the spices. If not, don’t be afraid to buy them. The combination of…
Where do I begin? It is “as if” the food God blessed me with a visit today, and I somehow manifested this glorious vegan green curry noodle soup! I know that sounds a bit dramatic, but I loved this recipe so much. It was an unforgettable combo of taste and tang loaded with vibrant color.…
Positive emotions have been linked with better health, longer life and a greater sense of well being. If you are reading this, then you already are seeking to live a healthier lifestyle, and a healthy lifestyle brings longevity. We talk so much about living longer but do we ask ourselves enough “why do we want…
These healthy pumpkin muffins are not only moist and delicious, but also oil, flour, dairy, and gluten free. A perfect prep-ahead breakfast or fall snack. In place of flour, I used oats. Did you know oats are among the healthiest grains on earth? Oats contain both soluble and insoluble fiber. Soluble fibers help lower…
Each year, over 50 million Americans experience various types of allergies. Many of these allergic conditions are on the rise. In medicine, the hygiene hypothesis states a lack of early childhood exposure to germs suppresses the natural development of the immune system. In other words, living conditions in much of the world might be too…
In an effort to lose weight, it’s easy to be tempted by various fad diets. The difference between good fats and bad fats can get confusing. In today’s podcast, we explore the myths and truths about good fats, bad fats and low carb diets. TOPICS INCLUDED: Fat and cholesterol Saturated Fat Unsaturated Fat Trans Fat…
This healthy and delicious Cauliflower Wellington is a preparation of a whole cauliflower coated with a mushroom duxelles and Dijon, and then wrapped in puff pastry and baked. Preparation is really quite easy especially compared to the original vegan Wellington that I have posted for the past couple of years. The only changes I would…
