Weight Loss

weight loss around the middle, explained in this blog, with Nancy Addison

We are getting to the end of December, with January coming up soon. Over the past couple of months, we may have been indulging in the many goodies presenting themselves to us as delicious treats from friends, family, or at parties.   The New Year is just around the corner, as you know, my passion […]

Water Quality Is Paramount

nancy addison discusses water, fluoride, chlorine, bottled water, and how to drink safe water for less money.

Water is a key ingredient for our health and well-being because our bodies are 66–72% water. Water is the elixir of life. Blood uses water to transport oxygen, nutrients, and antibodies to all parts of the body. In this article I’m going to expand on the best waters for your health, as well as details […]

Create Healthier Holiday Food

New Year Resolution to be healthier, here are some top tips from nutritionist and chef, Nancy addison

In a world faced with uncertainties, we crave our holiday traditions now more than ever. We want to embrace what is familiar. What is comforting is a table filled with family, friends, laughter, and food from recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation. These recipes and traditions can be such a stabilizing […]

Wheat, Carbohydrates, And Your Health

Wheat, carbohydrates, and your health, by Nancy Addison, nutritionist

Carbohydrates have a reputation for being unhealthy. However, it is only the type of carbohydrate that is unhealthy. Carbohydrates are actually the body’s preferred fuel. Unrefined carbohydrates like whole, sprouted: legumes, lentils, seeds (examples: quinoa, sesame, pumpkin), grains (example: rice, teff), and vegetables (example: potato),  are dense in nutrients and fiber, and they can give […]

Hydration And Our Health

nancy addison discusses water, fluoride, chlorine, bottled water, and how to drink safe water for less money.

In my monthly newsletter, I answer questions for my clients and followers in a section called, “Ask Nancy.” Recently I had a question concerning hydration. She was wondering if I had any tips for more optimum hydration. Hydration is vitally important, because our bodies are about 66–72% water. Blood uses the water to transport oxygen, […]

Fall Is The Time To Plant Wildflowers For The Butterflies In The Spring

Fall Is The Time For Planting Wildflowers For Pollinator Garden

Can you imagine a world without butterflies, birds, or bees? This situation may be something we need to address quickly. With Monarch butterfly population’s 90 % decline in the last 20 years, studies show there was an additional 27 % decrease in the last year. The biggest threat to the species are the loss of […]

Mercury Poisoning – A Silent Epidemic In Today’s World

mercury poisoning is an epedemic in today's world. by Nancy Addison, nutritionist

In today’s world, most (an estimated one billion) humans are exposed regularly to environmental toxins, including mercury, which is more common than most people realize. Over one billion humans are exposed to high levels of toxic metals and metalloids in the environment, including mercury. The number of persons suffering from subclinical metal poisoning is believed […]

Garlic Soup Recipe For Optimum Health

garlic soup recipe for optimum health, by nancy addison, nutritionist

Folklore has told us that garlic has been used for centuries to ward off evil and sickness. The first medical book that I’m aware of, that discusses garlic and it’s uses is the “Collection of Commentaries on the Classic of the Materia Medica”(Ben Cao Zhing Zhi Ju), written over 1,500 years ago. Well, surprise! Present […]