Edamame is very popular, and it does appear to look very healthy. It’s green, it’s fun to eat, and we are taught that green foods are healthy for us, right? Edamame is a soy bean, picked while it’s still green. Edamame contains isoflavones, which are compounds that are chemically identical to estrogen, the female sex […]
08
Nov
Nov
Depression, stress, and anxiety are such major problems in our world today. I have people contact me regularly about themself (or someone in their family) who is struggling with depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, or even suicidal thoughts. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association, depression is the leading cause of disability in the U.S. for […]
01
Oct
Oct
Sugar consumption is out of control. According to the US government, the average American consumes half a cup of caloric sweeteners per day, or 152 pounds per year. (1) Sugar has a reputation as the “white poison” because of the harmful effects it has on health. Although fat has been made out to be the […]
19
Sep
Sep
I have had people asking me about healthy body care products. They say that they are trying to make their body and their life less toxic. They ask me what to look for on an ingredient list. What a great question and important to address. So, in this blog, I am going to address some […]
01
Sep
Sep
More than 100 million people today have diabetes or pre-diabetes. A recent study conducted by a team of American and Japanese researchers showed that people who have diabetes can vastly improve their health by eating an entirely plant-based diet. (1) During my work with people who have diabetes, I have found that they show remarkable […]
11
Aug
Aug
Fresh organic, non-GMO produce is part of a healthy eating plan and lifestyle. One way we can spend less AND eat healthier is by storing our fresh food properly, so we can avoid throwing out over-ripe or rotting fruits and vegetables. Because of this, I would like to share some tips I’ve learned over the […]
13
Jul
Jul
Recently I had someone ask me about constipation. He said, “I have had terrible constipation and I can’t seem to get it resolved. Please give me some advice.” So, my answer is: This is a very important subject to address. If your body is not eliminating wastes efficiently after each meal, there may be some […]
07
Jul
Jul
Sometimes I just feel like having something crunchy, salty, and savory! Growing up in Texas meant having a true appreciation for Mexican food and Tex-Mex food. When I became a vegetarian, it became a little more challenging. Many chips, salsas, and beans have meat broth added to the food, so I started making my own […]
03
Jul
Jul
This is a delicious rice recipe that I make frequently. I start the recipe a day or two ahead of when I wish to serve the rice, because I sprout all my organic, whole-grain rice. Sprouting rice, grains, seeds, lentils, and beans removes the phytic acid. This removes the enzyme inhibitors and makes them more […]
11
Jun
Jun
It’s spring in the northern hemisphere and leafy greens are currently flourishing in many gardens. Dark leafy greens are among the healthiest foods, because the rich/deep green color indicates a high level of antioxidants. The dark color pigments of fruits and vegetables are the antioxidants! According to the Cleveland Clinic, the pigments are called carotenoids. […]