This candy recipe is quite nutritious and delicious, too! A great way to add calories to those having difficulty maintaining their weight. Nut Butter Candy Recipe
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Ensure medical supervision of your supplements
Recent research indicates that over-the-counter supplements may be associated with increased risk of death. This may be due to higher-than-needed levels of nutrients, forms of the nutrients, additives in the supplements, etc. This research does not address potential causes. At the very least, please avoid “one-per-day” high potency multi-vitamins. Ideally, […]
Yet another benefit to exercise! Vitamin D . . .
The researchers report that not only does exercise improve HDL, improve blood sugar control, and reduce the risk of heart disease, vigorous exercise improves your vitamin D level. Click here to read more.
Quick reference for those on the Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD)
If you have been prescribed a Specific Carbohydrate Diet, click here for an easy reference list of acceptable and “forbidden” foods.
SCD Support
If you’ve been prescribed or are on the Specific Carbohydrate Diet, click here for a link to a great “how to” site. It includes e-books, information on starting the diet, and free podcasts, too.
Pastured eggs offer better nutrition!
Mother Earth News reports recent findings on the superior nutritional quality of pastured eggs: 1/3 less cholesterol Twice as much omega-3 fatty acids 4 – 6 times more Vitamin D 2/3 more Vitamin A 3 times more Vitamin E 7 times more Beta-carotene 1/4 less saturated fat Start raising chickens […]
SIBO support
This is a great support network for those addressing Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO): sibonation
Review of Menopausal Hormone Treatment
Click here for a great review of the potential risks and benefits of using hormone therapy to treat the symptoms of menopause. Estrogen and progesterone changes are just the tip of the iceberg,
Vitamin B12–Important for Brain Health
This article reviews research which reveal not only the importance of Vitamin B12 for brain health, but that current laboratory testing may be insufficient. As a naturopathic physician, observing early changes in standard blood tests can implicate Vit. B12 or folic acid deficiency.
Baobob may be next “Super-food”
Maybe this can help support our brothers and sisters in Africa while improving our health. Read on, click here.
