We are all familiar with inflammation. The redness, pain, and swelling that accompany a sunburn, a cut, a sprained ankle or a cold cause us short term discomfort but are signs that our bodies immune and repair functions are working well. These kinds of inflammation are good, and we need
Read more »Broccoli Slaw Ingredients: Heat oven to 300 degrees. Spread pine nuts out on cookie sheet. Bake until lightly toasted, 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning. Remove from oven and let cool. Using a grater, shred broccoli stalks and carrot into a large bowl. Add cabbage and onion and mix
Read more »This exercise is utterly simple, takes almost no time, requires no equipment and can be done anywhere. Although you can do the exercise in any position, sit with your back straight while learning the exercise. Place the tip of your tongue against the ridge of tissue just behind your upper
Read more »Ever wondered if there is any truth in that old saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”? Turns out, there is! In 2015 The Journal of the American Medical Association published a study looking to see if apple consumption was associated with fewer doctor’s visits. While the study
Read more »“The successful gardener has always known you don’t need to master the science of soil in order to nourish it. You just need to know what it likes to eat- basically organic matter- and how, in general, to align your interests with the interests of the microbes and the plants.
Read more »Strawberry Salsa Ingredients: Remove seeds and ribs from pepper. Mince into small pieces. Combine berries, pepper, onion, and cilantro in a small bowl. Pour lime juice over the top and sprinkle with salt. Mix to combine. Serve with chips, or try on grilled chicken or salmon. Jicama Mango Salad Ingredients:
Read more »I routinely recommend the use of dietary supplements as part of my treatment plans with my patients. Because of this my ears perked up when I heard a story on NPR a couple of weeks ago about the high number of people ending up in the ER due to adverse
Read more »Last year, my wife and I began our latest hobby, beekeeping. Over the course of the summer our hives built up from fledgling colonies to robust pollinating and nectar collecting forces. Despite getting our fair share of stings, by August we managed to harvest over 50 pounds of honey. This
Read more »Adapted from a recipe by Barbara Rolek 4 cups water 1/2 cup honey 1 pound rhubarb, peeled if necessary, chopped 3 cups hot water Orange slice or mint for garnish Bring 4 cups water to boil, remove from heat, stir in honey and let cool. Whiz chopped rhubarb in
Read more »Food sensitivities are a common occurrence affecting more than 35% of the population Food sensitivities can cause a wide range of symptoms including: Weight gain Heartburn Constipation Diarrhea Low energy Lack of focus Irritability Depression Chronic congestion Skin rashes Poor sleep Muscle aches Joint pain Unlike food allergies which
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