Protein is made up of amino acids, which are crucial for building and maintaining cells and tissues. The body uses amino acids to make hemoglobin and insulin. Protein is also essential for maintaining healthy sugar levels in the blood, especially when eating carbohydrates. Yet ideas about how much and what type of protein we need […]
I believe that everyone wants to be radiantly healthy. Our skin reflects our health and is the first impression people have of us when we meet, so it’s no surprise that many of us want to have the best and healthiest skin possible. I consider food to be my medicine, and as it becomes our […]
Baked cauliflower is always delicious, but when you add tahini sauce to it, the health benefits soar. Tahini is a sesame butter/paste that is popular in Middle Eastern cuisine. “Studies show sesamol, a natural chemical found in sesame seeds and sesame oil, has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-aging benefits. Other studies say it also has strong […]
Even though it is a little harder these days, we have long held the tradition of sharing a meal with family and friends during the holidays. However, many of our holiday foods often involve a number of rich, savory foods, creamy dips and fried foods. These foods taste good, but they don’t always make our […]
Fresh organic, non-GMO produce is part of a healthy eating plan and lifestyle. It can be a waste of money if it goes bad before we have a chance to eat it. So, let’s make our organic produce for optimum health be more budget friendly. Storing it properly is important. We go to the store […]
This is an easy, refreshing, and delicious soup that is great for summer! It can accompany a main dish, a sandwich, or a salad. I highly recommend purchasing certified organic corn, because of the danger of the non-organic Bt toxin in GMO corn. Insect-resistant crops include corn, potatoes, soy, and cotton. Due to genetic modifications, […]
Even though it is a little harder these days, we have long held the tradition of sharing a meal with family and friends during the holidays. However, many of our holiday foods often involve a number of rich, savory foods, creamy dips and fried foods. These foods taste good, but they don’t always make our […]
It is National Mushroom Month! Many of you may be cooking outdoors this month. This is a great vegan/vegetarian version to serve plant-based diners. I used to take a portobello mushroom with me whenever I went to cookouts and I wanted to have something plant-based to eat with everyone. I have made this for many […]
We all want to be our healthiest and have radiance from the inside out. We may also wish to get in shape for the warmer weather, when we wear shorts or a swimsuit. So, where to start? Eating locally grown, fresh organic foods has many benefits for health and weight loss. When we get healthier, […]
Wade Lightheart, Co-Founder of BiOptimizers, built a wealth of experience traveling the world. As a vegetarian bodybuilder, Wade competed in Mr. Universe and was a 3 time Canadian All-Natural bodybuilding champion. Wade shares his wisdom from a life traveling the world, dieting, and what led him to focus on digestion. Wade’s website with 10% off […]
