Author Archives: fransussman

Gluten Sensitivity Associated with Asthma, Depression, More

When my son was 6 months old, he suddenly came down with violent eczema: bright red patches on his cheeks, elbows and legs that drove him crazy with itchiness. My smiling cheerful “sunshine boy” was suddenly transformed into a miserable, crying, bloody mess. I was still well-behaved enough to bring him to the pediatrician…

Raw and Vegan Pesto with Stinging Nettles Leaves Recipe | Elanas Pantry

Yay! Something new to do with nettles, one of my favorite wild plants. And she is a wild one, so be careful how you handle her!   I usually make infusions with nettle, and of course, in my office, it is a great support for allergy season, particularly combined with quercitin and other bioflavanoids. YouContinue reading “Raw and Vegan Pesto with Stinging Nettles Leaves Recipe | Elanas Pantry”

Focus on (Super)Foods

Synthetic supplements are just a guess at what nutrients in foods are healthy and healing, and they’re not always in a form your body recognizes. Instead of ending up with an expensive toilet flush, try adding these nutrient-dense superfoods to your menu.

Cross “Stress” Off Your To Do List

Chronic stress increases inflammation, and inflammation contributes to health problems both chronic and acute, from weight gain to indigestion to heart disease. The good news: there are ways to work with your to-do list and lower your stress, helping you stay sane, healthy and even more productive.