Hands up if you like salad... or dips... or salsa. Now what if you could get that all rolled into one? Say hello to cowboy caviar, your new favorite dish. What Is Cowboy Caviar? No one is quite sure how cowboy caviar got its name and, depending on where you're from, you might've heard it…
Today, I live an active, “normal” life. I work, play hide and seek with my two young boys, hike with my dogs on the weekend, and try to keep up with the ever-growing housework. You’d never know that just 16 months ago I suffered from an advanced stage of an autoimmune disease. I spent most of my…
I'm a big fan of casseroles because they are super simple to prepare and when you use nutrient-dense foods, they are loaded with important vitamins and minerals. My zucchini casserole is made with ingredients that work to boost your immune system, burn fat and heal your gut. It's low in calories, carbohydrates and sugars and high…
If you're eating gluten-free, pasta night can pose a real challenge. While gluten-free noodles exist, they often lack many of the benefits that whole-grains can add. Until soba noodles, that is. These wheat-free noodles aren't just a tasty alternative to typical pasta, but they come with a host of health benefits, too. And when they're…
As the opioid epidemic rages on, now law enforcement officials, and addicts, have a new substance to fear. Carfentanil made its way onto the drug scene, and into the awareness of the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) around summer 2016 in the U.S. Since that time, deaths due to overdoses from this synthetic opioid have continued…
Are you concerned about the buildup of toxins in your system from the chemicals you’re exposed to on a regular basis? Then you may have heard of the potential benefits of doing an acai berry cleanse. Detoxes and cleanses are tricky subjects, so make sure you are very informed before beginning this kind of regimen,…
If you have ever driven through the South and looked into fields and wooded areas noticing a vine-like plant resembling a topiary, chances are that plant was kudzu. Kudzu root, also known as kuzu, is mostly used as an herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. The Chinese cook it in many dishes for both medicinal purposes…
Did you know that in the United States alone over 60 million adults and children currently have a parasite called Toxoplasma living inside their bodies? This is a a really large number of people and we're talking about a parasite that makes the list of 4 Parasites That Want To Invade Your Brain! Brain parasites are nothing to take lightly.…
Did you know that the human body has about 600 lymph nodes? All of these small nodes of the lymphatic system work to protect us from illness and damaging, disease-causing inflammation. But sometimes you may notice that your lymph nodes feel swollen, tender and even painful when touched. This condition, called lymphadenitis, is usually a sign…
No one likes mosquito bites, but they come with the territory as summer embarks, especially near areas that contain stagnant water and swamp-like conditions. The simple yet constant itch is annoying enough, but there have been concerns, and for good reason, about much more serious conditions that can occur from mosquito bites. If only there were ways to…
