Trying to find a non-dairy ice cream without many ingredients is complicated! If we are going to have ice cream for a treat, I like to make it…
BETA-GLUCANS IN MUSHROOMS Mushrooms are sometimes thought of as not having lots of nutrient value, but actually, the beta-glucans found in mushrooms such as maitake, shitake and reishi…
WHAT IS CREATINE ? Creatine is a natural substance produced by the body that helps to supply energy to the body’s cells by increasing ATP (energy). Created by the…
Stubborn belly fat? The hormone cortisol can often be to blame. WHAT IS CORTISOL and how does it work? Cortisol is a steroid hormone, known as the primary…
I just finished reading Genius Foods by Max Lugavere, which is a book focusing on brain health and the prevention of dementia. Did you know that diet is…
Working out in a fasted state has been touted as a good way to burn fat, while some say suggest taking in caffeine and other nutrients, or eating…
Adaptogens are substances that help the body to respond to stress by bringing the adrenal system back to normal levels. Many herbs fill this role, and can help…
Maca is a pure super root that is part of the brassica family, and is considered a tuber. Often connected with hormones and mood balance, maca may also…