There is a lot of information out there on diets that seem overwhelming at times. Seems each year there is a shift in what’s in now and what’s out. Remember the low fat phase? I still hear people say they stay away from all fats...
Every day our bodies are exposed to small amounts of toxins, carcinogens, and organic pollutants, and over the course of our lives this can have a very harmful effect, and lead to an increased risk of serious disease. Our health is influenced the most by what...
Are you 100% gluten-free, yet you still suffer from symptoms related to gluten? If so, it could be that you’re experiencing Cross-Reactivity with foods that do not contain gluten but your body reacts to them as if they do. Cross-Reactivity is the ability of an antibody...
The small intestine is the largest organ in the body and hosts 75% of our immune system. In a normal intestinal lining the epithelial cells form tight junctions that allow only small particles of fully digested food through to the bloodstream. There are 49 basic building blocks of...
Products to the left are healthier options and to the right are made with processed soy and corn which is inflammatory. I drove quite a ways to go to the Celiac Expo May 2nd in Pasadena because I wanted to see what new and exciting foods are...
We’ve all experienced cravings. Before you give in here is an understanding of what your body is really telling you. By understanding what your body is actually deficient in is important to get to the root cause of the cravings, and eventually kick them all...
Eat a healthy and well-balanced diet. Giving your body the nutrition it needs to fight infection is one of the best things you can do. But recognize that what you’re eating may be contributing to the problem. Whole Foods!!!Exercise & Detox. Physical activity is not only good...
Leaky Gut Syndrome – A Very Common GI disorder The official definition of Leaky Gut Syndrome is an increase in permeability of the intestinal mucosa to luminal macromolecules, antigens, and toxins associated with inflammatory degenerative and/ or atrophic mucosa or lining. Put more simply, large spaces develop between the...
Why Sugar is Toxic Americans consume one hundred and fifty-six pounds of sugar per year according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). That’s 31 five-pound bags per person. Yikes! Sugar is hidden in things like candy, soda, and junk food. But plenty of sugar is hiding in places...
Aloe Vera – Used internally it’s great for colon, stomach and GI track as well as other organs including lungs, liver and reproductive system. “Superstar” Used externally for skin. Aloe Vera is used for consumption and relief of digestive issues such as heartburn and irritable bowel syndrome....
I remember using a ton of eye drops and never getting any relief. I was finding pieces of Sclera (the white, dense, fibrous outer coating of the eyeball) inside the lids and I was getting scarring. I was working full time and going to school at night;...
A Major Cause of Inflammation is Gluten After struggling for over 40 years with chronic migraines, IBS, muscle and joint pain, fatigue, brain fog, asthma and a slew of other ailments and frustrations, I decided to take a closer look at the cause rather than obsessing...
The ideas of nutrition are changing. A lifestyle with quality plant-based foods can prevent, treat and reverse many major diseases, and improve overall health. Animal products such as meat, dairy and eggs can increase our risk of disease. Public awareness is growing over the impact...
In Part I, you might remember the long list of symptoms associated with gluten intolerance. I also mentioned, after eliminating gluten (dairy and soy which I’ll talk about at another time) I was able to eliminate my chronic conditions such as migraines and Sjögren’s Syndrome. The...
I would like to introduce a wonderful woman with a wonderful purpose. Here is Sandi Star’s incredible gluten-free story which has led her to a healthy vibrant life. She is now helping others daily. Also learn about Sjögren’s Syndrome (autoimmune disease). Sjögren’s is one of the symptoms of Celiac disease which...
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