Not all greens are created equal. In fact, the smallest of them all is by far the biggest nutritional powerhouse. Say hello to microgreens. Very simply, microgreens are baby plants. They are young greens grown from the seeds of vegetables and herbs and harvested at 7-14 days old when they are only about two toContinueContinue reading “The Nutritional Powerhouse You Are Missing Out On”
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Social pitfalls of food sensitivities and how to handle them like a boss
I was going to name this article, “You’re not a leper, but some days it can feel that way: The social side of food sensitivities.” Maybe I should have. Food sensitivities (intolerances, allergies, Celiac) affect more than what is on our plate. We have to turn down food that is generously prepared and offered toContinueContinue reading “Social pitfalls of food sensitivities and how to handle them like a boss”
Nightshades and lectins: Could they be stalling your weight loss?
I first heard about a class of plant called the Nightshade when I started gardening. Initially, I thought of a witches brew full of deadly nightshade, but that’s not what most people are talking about when you hear about this plant variety. Nightshades are plants of the genus Solanum which include tomatoes, peppers, white potatoes,ContinueContinue reading “Nightshades and lectins: Could they be stalling your weight loss?”
Starting the summer with a cleanse
For the next 14 days, I will be documenting my experience on my very first cleanse. If you would like to follow it, you can see the whole thing in my women’s wellness group, the Nourish Me Tribe. I will be keeping my daily journal in the group for all to see, plus popping onContinueContinue reading “Starting the summer with a cleanse”
The surprising secret to sustainable weight loss
It’s that time of year again. Temperatures are warming up, people are looking forward to summer vacations, class reunions, and the dreaded swimsuits are coming out of the drawer. First of all, let’s nip your attitude toward swimsuits in the bud right off the bat. You are perfect just the way you are. You don’t needContinueContinue reading “The surprising secret to sustainable weight loss”
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