Do You Need to Detoxify?

January is often seen as a month to clean up your system after the excesses of December. It is often referred to as Detoxing.  So what does that actually mean? How do you know if you need to do some? What should you do to detoxify? Merriam-Webster says: Detoxify 1 a:  to remove a harmful substance (as a poison or …

Natural Remedies for Inflammation

Inflammation: Signs, Symptoms & Solutions Part 3 Natural Remedies for Inflammation In part one we reviewed how we develop inflammation. In part two we looked at how it affects heart disease and some of the ways to reduce it. Now we are exploring foods that will help you reduce inflammation. I am a firm believer in “Let food be your medicine”. …

Are you surviving or thriving in today’s toxic world?

Environmental toxins can be found in what you eat, drink, breathe, feel and think. You may not be aware of toxins, but if you want to be healthy, being educated on the latest in toxins is a must! Chronic conditions, like type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity, may be associated with environmental toxins in your body. I am partnering …

Fat Doesn’t Make You Fat; Sugar Does

You have probably heard that “fat makes you fat.” And you actually believed it. But truth be told, being fat has nothing to do with the amount of fat you consume. Well, mostly but it depends on the kinds of fat you eat. Healthy fats are different from commercial processed oils and foods that contain fats, sugars, and processed grains. …