What Makes a Food Processed?
The world of food can be so confusing at times. There was a time when it was clear what food was - it came directly from nature - whether...
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Pros and Cons of Elimination Diets
Our digestive system is a huge portal into our bodies. Lots of things can get in there that aren't always good for us. And because the...
What to Eat if You Get Constipated
Constipation is the opposite of diarrhea - it's when stool tends to stick around longer than necessary. Often it's drier, lumpier, and...
Thickeners - What You Need to Know
Thickeners are one of many ingredients added to processed foods. And they do just that: thicken. They absorb water and form a gel-like...
Low Carb Diet 101
Low carb diets have been popular on and off since the dawn of the Atkins fame (and maybe even earlier?). But, what exactly defines low...
Vitamin K: The Amazing Nutrient You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
Vitamin what? K? Yup! Why’d they skip vitamins F, G, H, I & J? Great question! That's because the "K" stands for "koagulation" which is...
The True Health Benefits of Exercise
Exercise. It can improve your health on all levels. We’re not just talking about being fitter and stronger. We’re talking about overall...
Creating a Mindset for Health
So much of health is all about habits and actions, but where do these all stem from? What if we don’t have to make as many changes as we...
Prebiotics 101
“Pre”biotics? Yes! They’re the food that we feed our probiotics, the friendly gut microbes that are oh so important for good health. Our...
Your Thyroid: Foods and Nutrients to Help
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland in your neck that releases hormones. Thyroid hormones help your body regulate a few things - not...
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