Leaky gut syndrome is a condition where undigested proteins like gluten, toxins and microbes can pass into the bloodstream. Another name for this condition is "intestinal permeability," which means the "tight junctions" or the gateway between the intestinal wall and bloodstream have been damaged and are allowing the undigested particles to pass through the intestinal…
When it's at proper levels in the body, candida is a fungus that aids with nutrient absorption and digestion, but when candida overproduces, it can then become a serious concern that causes a wide variety of negative and serious health problems. A yeast-free candida diet is one of the best ways to reduce and eliminate…
The following is an adapted excerpt from my new book “Ancient Remedies: Secrets to Healing with Herbs, Essential Oils, CBD, and the Most Powerful Natural Medicine in History" (Little, Brown Spark) Want a healthy, low-calorie vegan soup loaded with vitamin A, C and K … and that will also keep you satisfied for hours? Try this…
Beef gelatin is a powdered supplement made mostly from bovine hides (the natural, unbleached skin and hair of cows). It's specifically sourced from bovine collagen, which is a structural protein that's also found in the human body and essential for overall health in many ways — considering it helps form our joints, ligaments, skin, bones, lining of…
There’s nothing like cooler weather that makes me want to cook up a big batch of soup and spend a cozy evening in with family and friends. Especially one that involves bone broth, grass-fed beef and immune-boosting herbs and vegetables. That’s right, I’m talking about this pho recipe, which will warm you up, aid your…
It goes without saying, 2020 has been a year full adapting to changes and accepting new norms. It has had a major impact on the health and wellness space, with more and more people interested in taking care of their bodies and minds. My health predictions for 2021 reflect the special emphasis we've put on…
Fall weather calls for chili making, and this white turkey chili recipe with adzuki beans will hit the spot. With not one, but two kinds of turkey, and a hint of smokiness from paprika, you'll want to enjoy a piping hot bowl by a bonfire. This is a Texas-style chili: heavier on the meat. So…
This creamy broccoli soup recipe is not only delicious, but it's full of healthy fats from coconut oil and coconut milk, along with fiber and antioxidants from broccoli and other greens. Whether you're searching for a healthy soup that will fill you up and support you in losing weight, or just one's that's tasty, rich…
When you're creating a meal or spraying a stray dandelion in your yard, you probably don't think about glyphosate toxicity. Still, glyphosate is the most commonly used agricultural pesticide in the world — and a go-to weedkiller in lawns and gardens across America. And although you would never purposely add it to your food or…