We live in a fast-paced, go-go-go world where every second counts. Whether you are a parent juggling raising a family and having a career or an on-the-go business person, many people find themselves with little time to cook. People tend to grab the most convenient option from frozen dinners to instant boxed meals. Most such foods contain highly refined ingredients that have been stripped of their nutrients, and in many cases are actually toxic. This leads me to a question which I get asked frequently.  How do I know which ingredients I should avoid when reading food labels? Continue Reading »

In my world, holistic health is all around me, from organic restaurants and farmers markets to nature hikes and hot springs. I sometimes forget that many people are not exposed to a healthy lifestyle. This is not surprising considering the constant exposure to pharmaceutical and junk food ads and supermarkets carrying processed food and produce from thousands of miles away. I realize that some basic education would be very helpful. Today, and on an ongoing basis, I will talk about basic yet essential nutrition information based on questions that come up frequently. I’ll start with a question that I’m asked all the time.

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