Disease Prevention
Stress Kills
One thing I know for sure is that you’ll never see “Stress” listed as the cause of death on a death certificate. Interestingly, many researchers now believe that stress is the foundational cause of most disease. Some may argue that we can’t actually prove that. That’s true—and it’s why you’ll never see Stress on a …
What’s in It?
People always ask me about the health value of certain foods they’ve bought or seen—and my question back to them is always, “What are the ingredients?” When starting out, I advise people to check ingredient lists for high fructose corn syrup and hydrogenated oil. If either is present, put it back on the shelf! I …
Because You Can!
Today, my sister would be 34 years-old, but she only made it to 27. I’m telling you about this because I would love for today to become a day that makes you think about how grateful you are that you are here, and take a different look and appreciation for what your body does for …
The Spice Diaries: Turmeric
With a warm peppery, bitter flavor, boasting hints of orange and ginger, this super duper spice has a lot to offer to your health and your taste buds! Most people associate turmeric with curry, but it can be used for other things too. Turmeric comes from the Curcuma Longa root and the orange-y yellow-y color …
Take Your Shoes Off!
Pesticides, which also include insecticides, herbicides, fungicides and bactericides, are widely used and we all have an idea that we should try and limit our exposure to them as much as possible. Sometimes we feel powerless if we don’t have the access or resources to purchase organic foods, but aside from this, there is one …
Just Another Bacteria Filled Sunday…
I got up early today (partly because I always do, and partly because I had hoped to get all my work done then and have the rest of the day to do what I want…no dice. I wasted time online and then went to the gym…and then went to Lori’s to pick up some more …
Dumb Bunny—Even he Changed for the Better!
In college, my best friend, Amy, wanted to buy a hamster. I’m generally creeped out by animals (sorry, can’t help it–just being honest!), and hamsters are way too mouse-like for me. However, I went to the pet store with Amy, and when we got there I proceeded to talk her into buying a dwarf rabbit …
Forks Over Knives
Forks Over Knives