Did you know that cranberries contain one of the highest concentrations of antioxidants of any fruit? That's right — these incredible berries are loaded with health-promoting antioxidants, which studies show help protect cells against free radical damage and aid in the prevention of chronic disease. Cranberries should be a staple on every shopping list for many reasons,…
Sprouting grains, nuts, beans and seeds has been a common practice in places like Eastern Asian and Europe for literally thousands of years. In fact, different forms of soaking, sprouting and fermenting seeds have been a part of almost every culture in one way or another. Why? Our ancestors understood the many advantages and health…
If you are one of the millions of people who has prediabetes, diabetes, metabolic syndrome or any other form of “insulin resistance,” maintaining normal blood sugar levels can be challenging. Over the past several decades, these chronic disorders have swept through the U.S. and many other nations, reaching epidemic proportions and causing serious, but often…
Electrolytes are incredibly important to overall health. Not only are they found throughout the human body in the blood, sweat and urine, but they also play a vital role in everything from fluid balance to heart health and brain function. Fortunately, electrolytes are present naturally in a variety of food sources, which makes it easy…
Have you ever wondered how effective natural cancer treatments can be? Around 20 years ago, my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. This was crazy for my family at the time because my mom was a gym teacher, swim instructor and was always considered to be “healthy.” After her diagnosis, she took the advice of…
Take a look at your current habits. Are you living your life in a way that’s going to help you reach your potential maximum life span like people in blue zones? What if you could follow a simple program that helps you feel younger, lose weight, maximize your mental sharpness and keep your body working…
Carrageenan is literally everywhere. It is virtually impossible to find a grocery store that doesn't sell products that include it as an additive. Even the natural food stores are full of it. You can find it in organic yogurt, tofu, coconut milk, baby formula — even in your nitrite-free turkey old cuts. Although it's so common in…
Did you know that your organs, tissues, muscles and hormones are all made from proteins? It's true, and high-protein foods, which supply nutrients that are used by every part of the body to develop, grow and function properly. Because proteins are involved in just about every body function, it’s important that you consume foods high…
Understanding the cellular mechanisms of insulin resistance helps us choose more effective therapeutic interventions for the treatment and prevention of prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. Insulin resistance is present in individuals who are obese and those with diabetes mellitus. Several studies have found that an insulin resistance diet and exercise protocol can alter insulin signaling…
Did you know that in Paleolithic times, humans consumed less than one gram of salt per day? Salt wasn't added to foods for flavor the way it is today. Millions of years ago, humans got their salt from meat, which made up about 50 percent of their diet, while the other half was vegetables, some…
