Water is essential for life. You can only survive a few days without it. And being hydrated is essential for health. I could argue that water is the most essential nutrient of them all. Water is needed for every cell and function in your body. Water is a huge part of your blood; it cushions [...]
Turmeric is a rhizome that grows under the ground like ginger. It has a rich, bright orange color and is used in many foods. Originally used in Southeast Asia, it’s a vital component for traditional curries. You can find dried powdered turmeric in the spice aisle of just about any grocery store. Sometimes they carry [...]
Protein is not just for great skin, hair, and nails; it's critical for health. Without it, you wouldn't be able to repair damage, digest food, fight infections, build muscle and bone, create hormones, and even think and have good moods. Higher protein diets can help fight high blood pressure, diabetes, and osteoporosis. Not to mention [...]
One of the main symptoms of individuals that suffer from thyroid conditions is mood disorders. This occurs for many reasons, including blood sugar imbalances, vitamin and mineral deficiencies, and neurotransmitter problems. (80% of your neurotransmitters are located it your gut. If your gut is not functioning right, your brain won't, either. Therefore, what you eat [...]
One of the things that you can start doing right away to feel better with throid conditions is to get your blood sugar under control. I am writing about this topic again because organizations and governments are (finally) declaring a maximum amount of daily sugar intake. While this is a step forward, there are still [...]
All fat is NOT created equal! It's, also important to know which fats to eat that will help to reverse thyroid conditions. Eating healthy fats will help you stabilize your blood sugar, which is one of the main ways to get your thyroid condition under control. You can read more about keeping your blood sugar [...]
Yes, there are lots of different kinds of salt: pink, iodized, kosher, sea, etc. They come from salt mines in the ground, or from evaporating the water out of salt water. What they all have in common is that infamous mineral that I’m going to talk about below: sodium. In food, salt is used for [...]
Multivitamins are exactly what they sound like: multiple vitamins. They're supplements that contain several different vitamins in each one. They can also contain several minerals and other ingredients like amino acids or fatty acids. And because there are multiple ingredients, there are low doses of each ingredient. In fact, they are the most commonly used [...]
Well...yes, they do really work. The fact is, science shows definite health benefits for people who use mindfulness and meditation. Before we dive in, let’s just make sure we’re on the same page when we say “mindfulness” and “meditation.” “Meditation” is the ancient practice of connecting the body and mind to become more self-aware and [...]
If you don’t love cooking, maybe I can help to make it more fun for you? I know that sometimes I don't find cooking to be all that fun. I can get into a rut just like everyone else. So that's why I've listed my best "fun" cooking tips for you. Fun Cooking Tip #1 [...]
