Hidden Dangers in your baby’s Nursery
Did you know the air in a newly furnished and painted nursery may contain more than 300 toxic chemicals? Scary isn't it? As parents, we want nothing more than the best for our children. Unfortunately, sometimes we aren't aware of the hidden dangers...
The Story of Stuff
The Story of Stuff is a 20-minute, fast-paced, fact-filled look at the underside of our production and consumption patterns. From its extraction through sale, use and disposal, all the stuff in our lives affects communities at home and abroad, yet most of this is...
Food Fact: The Health Benefits of Asparagus
Valentine’s Day Recipe: Black Bean Chocolate Chili Cherry Cookies
With Valentine's day around the corner, I was inspired to bake a little something for my sweet-toothed man. Being me, I didn't want to just make him anything...I wanted to make him something that not only tasted great but, was also healthy! And, although there are...
The Dirty Dozen – The top 12 pesticide sprayed produce
Many people want to buy organic produce, however, not everyone can afford to purchase all organic foods. When my patients come to me with this concern, I always suggest that they start by switching the DIRTY DOZEN first! By switching these top twelve veggies and...
Do my genes control me?
Have you ever thought to yourself “it runs in my family, so I will have it too”? In this eye-opening interview, Bruce Lipton, the author of ‘The Biology of Belief’, discusses epigenetics and how it can take you from being a VICTIM to a MASTER of your health! . Video...
The Benefits of Exercise During Pregnancy
There are many benefits to be gained with participating in an exercise routine during pregnancy. Below are 8 great reasons why you might want to start an exercise routine right away! . 1. Boost Your Energy . We all know that pregnancy can have a draining effect on...
Top 5 Natural Teething Remedies
Your baby’s first tooth is certainly a time for celebration! It’s a real milestone in their life and although that firm and hard protruding “something” out of your baby’s gums is a sure sign of teething, teething itself can be a stressful time for both the baby and...
Blackened Salmon
One of my favorite recipe books has to be 'The Anti-inflammation Diet and Recipe Book' by Dr. Jessica K. Black, ND. Below is the DELICIOUS Blackened Salmon that my friends and family love so much! If you're not a salmon lover you can always use chicken, turkey or...
Food Sensitivities 101
What is the difference between food allergies and sensitivities? . Food allergies occur when we get an immediate reaction to a food that we have eaten. When the food enters our body, our immune system identifies the food as being harmful and initiates a chemical...