Turmeric is used as a spice, food additive, and in herbal medicine throughout the world. Its amazing medicinal properties, which include anti-cancer, anti-oxidant, and anti-inflammatory capacities, are touted often, but could turmeric be the long-sought fountain of youth? It turns out that active research on turmeric has demonstrated that curcumin and its active metabolite, tetrahydrocurcumin […]
easy bone broth recipe
Bone broth can be a very healing addition to your diet. Traditionally, people have consumed bone broth on a regular basis around the world. In fact, in many cultures, it is the basis of stews, soups, and grain dishes. It is something of a lost art here in the United States where it’s very easy […]
island getaway green smoothie
Do you feel like the daily grind is already getting to you? Are you itching for a getaway even though we just wrapped up the holiday season? Well, I can’t ship you off to paradise, but this delicious Island Getaway Green Smoothie might just do the trick! Island Getaway Green Smoothie Gather your ingredients: 1 […]
get cultured
Fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, kefir, and kombucha have a plethora of health-promoting bacteria. These friendly bacteria, also known as probiotics, help populate and rebalance your gut flora and can restore your health. Almost 80 percent of your immune system exists in your gut, which contains about 100 trillion bacteria. Here’s some perspective – you […]
6 simple things you can do in 2013 to optimize your health
The commencement of a new year brings with it the promise of new beginnings. It’s a window in time when the opportunity to make positive changes is more tangible than at other times in the year. And the truth is that you always have the opportunity to make healthful choices and nourishing changes, but nothing […]
veggie detox broth
It’s a great time of year to have a nutrient-dense vegetable broth on hand to support you in detoxification. This delicious veggie broth is extremely healing, and is chock-full of antioxidants and nutrients. VEGGIE DETOX BROTH 2 quarts filtered water 3 stalks celery 1 bunch of bok choy 1 large onion 2 cloves garlic, minced […]
