You're likely familiar with the breakfast egg casserole recipes, such as a sausage and egg casserole, but have you ever tried a breakfast casserole that's good for vegetarians? If not, you simply must try my vegetarian egg casserole recipe. Egg casseroles are terrific when you're in a time crunch. They come together easily, are large…
The Environmental Working Group (EWG) released its 2024 Dirty Dozen list, a "Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce," and it serves as a solid reminder that we still have a lot of work to do when it comes to cleaning up the food system. This year, the report found that nearly 75 percent of non-organic…
It's well-known that what you eat can have a big influence on several aspects of your health, from your waistline to your energy levels and beyond, but did you know that there are certain brain foods that boost productivity, enhance memory and help keep you focused? Yes, there are foods that boost productivity. It's true…
When was the last time you walked barefoot in the sand, grass or in a forest? For most people, this doesn’t happen very often, but we’re now learning there might be more of a reason for you to start making these types of activities a priority. A movement known as “grounding” or “earthing” is sweeping…
Fiber — we know we need it, but even with all the high-fiber foods out there, most people are still deficient. Are you getting enough fiber? Due to today’s lacking Western diet, it is estimated that the average American consumes about half of the recommended amount of dietary fiber each day. This is a big…
According to the Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America, an estimated 50 million Americans (one in five people) suffer from some type of allergies. The chances are high that you or someone you know deals with ongoing allergies, whether seasonal allergies, food allergies or another type, and could use allergy relief at least from time…
Painkilling drugs can do wonders for patients that need them, but they also can be extremely addictive and potentially lead to serious side effects. Even acetaminophen, the main ingredient in Tylenol, affects us in ways we’re only now starting to fully understand — it makes people less empathetic — which makes it more important than…
Inflammation as a bodily function is not necessarily a bad thing. When the body is injured or ill, the lymphatic (immune) system springs into action, bringing the immune system’s army of white blood cells to the area of concern via increased blood flow. With the increased attention to the area, there might also be swelling,…
Most people tend to look at the cycle of life as inevitable, and while it's true that none of us can outrun Father Time, there are natural life extenders that can activate longevity pathways to slow the aging process. "Genes are not your destiny," says Dr. David Sinclair, Ph.D., A.O., on the Dr. Axe show…
Have you heard about the "botox of the Far East"? There are no needles, and you can even do it yourself. It's a natural therapy called gua sha. This ancient massage technique is now mainstream, especially facial gua sha. Considering how easy it is to find the necessary tools and perform facial gua sha in…
