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Cauliflower “Rice” is a low-carb, high-fiber and nutrient-dense substitute for rice. Just in time for the holidays! Ingredients: 3 tbs olive oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup) 4 stalks celery, finely chopped (about 1 cup) 1 large head of cauliflower, trimmed and coarsely chopped ¼ tsp sea salt Directions: Heat the olive […]
Do you eat a balanced diet, but feel that you are showing signs of nutritional deficiencies? Believe it or not, our hair, skin and nails can give us very important clues about our overall health. Maybe your hair isn’t as thick and shiny as it used to be? Do your nails chip and peel? Perhaps […]
Artificial Sweeteners: We’ve been taught to believe that using sugar substitutes will promote weight loss and maybe even prevent diabetes. Actually, it’s the exact opposite! Sugar cravings are a huge obstacle to weight loss. The problem with substituting artificial sweeteners is that the body loses the ability to connect sweetness to excess caloric consumption, […]
These easy and nutritious foods are great for school and work. Adria Rothfeld-Magenheim of The Nutritional Wellness Center is featured in this article from Asbury Park Press. Click the link below to read the article. Read Stacks of Snacks
Preparing for last week’s Lunch and Learn Skin Care Lecture I combed the research for supportive foods to help promote anti-aging skin. Once again, the foundational principles of consuming anti-inflammatory fats, colorful, antioxidant-dense carbohydrates and lean, quality protein were well-documented. These were the lecture highlights: Our skin outwardly illustrates many aspects of our inner health. […]
The human gastrointestinal (GI) tract hosts more than 100 trillion bacteria! The GI tract is sterile at birth and bacteria are introduced directly from the mother during delivery. Imbalances of GI bacteria are directly linked to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s and Ulcerative Colitis), susceptibility to infection, and even obesity and diabetes. […]
Smoothies are an easy, nutritious, delicious way to to boost your nutrition intake daily. Here are some smoothie basics and fun recipes. Enjoy! Protein Powders for Smoothies Starting the day off with protein helps you avoid the blood sugar roller coaster that leads to sugar cravings, fatigue and weight gain. A quick, delicious and simple way […]
In this post I want to discuss Gluten Sensitivity and Celiac Disease to help clarify some of the confusion about diagnosis and management: Both diagnoses are on the rise, yet most people remain undiagnosed which carries a significant risk for a number of associated disorders. Many individuals who have been diagnosed are still suffering with […]
Aside from fatigue, there are multiple health consequences associated with poor sleep. Inadequate sleep leads to increased cortisol, a main stress hormone, insulin resistance, higher blood sugar, increased appetite and weight gain! Stress can elevate cortisol–> interfere with sleep–> perceived as a stress–> raises cortisol levels further. Less than 6 hours of sleep doubles risk of […]