Nothing heals better than classic chicken soup. Make a large batch and freeze for those long winter nights or give to a friend who may be under the weather. Simple Chicken Soup Ingredients: 4 Chicken Breasts, quartered 4 tablespoons Herb Mix 1 Onion, quartered 1 Bay Leaf 2 Carrots 1/2 teaspoon whole Peppercorns 4 stalks […]
Shrimp cooks up in a flash and is an excellent option for those busy weeknights. Keep a bag of frozen shrimp on hand as a quick way to add protein to a number of dishes Shrimp Skillet with Sautéed Garlic Spinach Spinach: 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil 2 cloves of Garlic, minced 8 ounces fresh Spinach, […]
Spaghetti Squash becomes a versatile filling for many dishes and is a great alternative to pasta. To preheat the squash for easier cutting, poke a few holes with a knife and microwave for about 4 minutes per pound. Spaghetti Squash Ingredients: 1 medium size Yellow Spaghetti Squash 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil Directions: 1. Preheat oven […]
Being hungry, and also angry about it, sets you up for restrictive eating – an unnatural relationship with your body. This type of eating can cause a disconnect where you no longer heed your body’s signals about sustenance. And if you become out of touch with your internal warning system, constipation, tummy troubles, inconsistent sleep, […]
Just recently I saw someone post a about an “anti-Inflammatory” turmeric donut labeled Paleo. The problem with “Paleo” is it has strayed so far from the original research and teachings of Dr. Loren Cordain, the founder of the Paleo Movement. It has become a gimmick word used to sell supposedly “healthy” foods. For example, the […]
Written by Melonie Jorgenson, Lead Health Coach and Wellness Program Director As Dr. Gala states in his book The Secret to Defy Disease and Decay, nearly every day more research sheds light on the harmful health consequences of dairy consumption in any form. We now know that dairy has harmful insulin effects, is a poor […]
By Melonie Jorgensen, Health Coach and Wellness Program Director Protein is an important part of your diet because it raises your metabolism, reduces cravings, and leaves you feeling satisfied while helping you to achieve optimum weight and blood sugar levels. The health food sections that are now in most grocery stores offer some healthy selections. […]