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October 12th Radio Interview

A 30 minute interview with Deborah Turner of Natural Awakenings, in which we discuss many aspects of health: addressing mold, ADHD, kids’ nutrition, and so much more.

JAMA has published a study showing a 17% increase in prostate cancer in men who took Vitamin E. When I saw the headlines on Facebook via NPR, I suspected immediately that this was another case of using fractionated Vitamin E, and it was. The researchers used alpha tocopherol which, from my perspective, should have beenContinue reading “Vitamin E and Prostate Cancer”

Raw Vegan Chocolate Truffles – Easy!

You know those fabulously delicious and fabulously extravagant raw chocolate truffles you see in health food stores? Want to know how to make them at home?

Do you really need to take that?

In one study published in the journal, doctors who reviewed the charts of elderly patients were able to discontinue nearly half of their medications without any detriment to the patients. via How to Steer Toward the Path of Least Treatment – NYTimes.com. I never tell clients to stop taking their medications. But I do tellContinue reading “Do you really need to take that?”

Health and Financial Costs of Being Overweight or Obese – NYTimes.com

If the trend that, since the 1970s, has led to striking increases in the proportion of Americans who are overweight or obese is not halted, about three of every four Americans will be overweight or obese by 2020.

Tis the season for… Pomegranates!

POMEGRANATES! You can only get them fresh here for about 3 months, and the season starts now. Don’t let lack of familiarity keep you from this gorgeous delectable treat.

Top Breakfast Choices: Not so good news

Cereal is the top breakfast choice for Americans. It’s also one of the top reasons so many of us are hungry, tired, unhealthy and overweight.

F.D.A. to Review Safety of Popular Bone Drugs – NYTimes.com

F.D.A. to Review Safety of Popular Bone Drugs – NYTimes.com. It is not necessary to use risky medications when bone density can be significantly improved by simply eliminating food sensitivities and modifying nutrition, making it possible for the body to absorb and utilize minerals more efficiently. I have seen this with numerous clients who hadContinue reading “F.D.A. to Review Safety of Popular Bone Drugs – NYTimes.com”

Paleo Bread | Healthy Gluten Free Bread Recipe | Elanas Pantry

Paleo Bread | Healthy Gluten Free Bread Recipe | Elanas Pantry. This gluten free dairy free paleo bread is addictive. I heart Elana! No tweaks from me this time. I just enjoy it the way she wrote it. Paleo Bread 1 ½ cups blanched almond flour 2 tablespoons coconut flour ¼ cup golden flaxseed mealContinue reading “Paleo Bread | Healthy Gluten Free Bread Recipe | Elanas Pantry”

My Favorite Chocolate Gelato (Dairy Free)

I love to share samples of desserts I make with my clients. This chocolate gelato had them demanding I reveal the recipe!