Nutritional News
What are Functional Medicine Tests?
Functional Medicine refers to getting to the root cause of symptoms or challenges, as opposed to a band aid
What about Supplements?
In an ideal world we would get all of our nutrients from our diet. But because our soil is depleted and we each have unique biochemical needs,...
Espresso for Digestive Support
Ever wonder how someone can drink an espresso after dinner and have no trouble sleeping? I’ve always considered myself sensitive to caffeine
Eating while Traveling
While vacations are great, if you are the meal planner and prepper in your household getting ready for a vacation can also mean additional steps, or...
Uric Acid
I’ve been intrigued learning more about the importance of testing uric acid levels. Uric acid has long been associated with things like gout and...
Inflammation
Some inflammation is necessary to stay healthy. For example, if you get an injury, white blood cells rush to the area resulting in swelling, redness...
Kale Chips
Kale has been considered a ‘super food’ due to its many benefits. It's high in vitamins K, C, and A, and it provides anti-inflammatory as well as...
Easy Taco Seasoning Recipe
We love taco bowls! It's a quick, satisfying meal that can be varied depending upon what ingredients you have available. Add taco seasoned ground...
Chocolate Bark
Ingredients
3/4 cup of raw cacao or unsweetened cocoa powder*
6 tablespoons of coconut oil
Benefits of Cabbage
Cabbage is a good source of nutrients manganese, vitamins C, and K. Did you know that when cabbage is fermented (i.e., sauerkraut) it increases the...
Eggroll in a Bowl
Ingredients 2 tablespoons coconut oil 1 pound ground meat (chicken, turkey, pork or beef) Pinch of salt 2 cups shredded cabbage 2 carrots, grated 1...
What’s for Dinner?
Whenever possible, I like to stay home on snow days. Yesterday was one of those days. So when it came time to think about dinner, I needed to use...
Mashed Parsnips
If you are following an AIP diet and starting to plan your Thanksgiving day menu, I recommend adding parsnips. Mashed parsnips are a great...
Comfort Food
There's something very satisfying about having a warm bowl of comfort food, especially in the winter. This warm, tasty meal loaded with veggies has...
Recipe Roulette
What’s for dinner? I know many of us get tired of this daily question. Coming up with new ideas and meal options can feel exhausting when coupled...