Do you ever feel like something is off with your body but can't put your finger on it? You may have a food intolerance or sensitivity. To find out what's causing your digestive discomfort, aches, pains, or headaches, you might want to try an elimination diet. You'll start by removing certain foods from your diet -- the foods that are well-known for causing symptoms. Then, [...]
Whether you have prediabetes, type 1 or 2, or simply want to be mindful about staying as healthy as possible, choosing the right foods can help you keep proper balance with your blood sugar. When you keep these levels on an even keel, you'll feel fuller for longer without going into blood sugar crash territory. A typical misconception is you need to avoid sugar to [...]
OK, so eating fruits and vegetables really matters. Believe me, I know. When my medical team told me they thought I would not live to see my grandchildren grow up, everything changed ..... including my kitchen. Don't wait any longer. Take control of your health, your vitality and help strengthen your immune system. As I was fighting for my life, embracing new lifestyle patterns and [...]
I LOVE AVOCADOS!!!! REALLY LOVE AVOCADOS!!!! As someone who has beaten Stage IV Cancer, without traditional protocols, I am very much aware of what I eat. I have this concept of my Must Haves list. It is a foundation of being aware and prepared. My clients begin to embrace this from the beginning of our time together. Some of the side benefits on bringing these [...]
If you're anything like me, a late-night snack can sometimes call me. Often snack foods can be less than healthy and choosing those before you turn in for the night could lead to a habit that creates havoc in our bodies, interrupts sleep and shows up in ways we are often experiencing that can present larger challenges. While I am very intentional in the choices [...]
Connections with others is important on so many levels. Without them we experience loneliness and isolation. Not good for anyone. Summer gatherings with friends and family are a wonderful way to engage and stay connected. A perfect time to disconnect from the fast paced life we lead. Sometimes, before we even realize it, days and / or weeks have flown by. As someone who has [...]
Many people can successfully change their eating habits, to include leaner meats, avoid refined carbs, and consume more fruits and vegetables. However, few people think about how hydration affects health and why water is important to the body. Water serves many purposes in the body. The most important role is to help the kidneys flush toxins from the system. Water is important in disease prevention, [...]
When I was fighting for my life, in 2008, to beat Stage IV cancer without traditional protocols, digestion never entered my mind. My focus was on learning about strengthening my immune system and creating an environment where cancer could not thrive. Now, as I share my hard earned lessons with you, so that you can create your most extraordinary life, and make good choices easily, [...]
The arrival of spring brings a change in the weather. When it starts getting a little warm outside you may want to switch that hot chocolate for a summer-inspired drink that’s cool and refreshing. Spring is the most unpredictable of all seasons, it can be as hot as a summer day, or it can be as cold as a winter day. Such deviations in [...]
As someone who has beaten Stage IV Cancer without traditional protocols, I am ALWAYS looking for ways to bring my plant based, high alkaline high raw lifestyle into every phase of my day. You do not have to cancer to understand how important your immune system is. All too often I witness men and women going through life serious about feeding their mind and ignoring [...]
