Healing is a process that requires time and a commitment. But did you know there are actually 3 phases, and that stopping your protocol before reaching the third stage can actually hinder your health? Watch this video for more info.
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The holidays means all bets are off when it comes to our diets. We don’t sleep enough, we drink too much, there’s sugar everywhere and it’s all fun and games until January when we get the flu. Is there a simple way to stay healthy while enjoying ourselves at the same time? Absolutely.
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What is the most under used supplement in Functional Medicine, but perhaps on of the most important you can incorporate into your diet for longevity and brain health? Click to find out. Hint: it isn’t expensive.
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We may stay away from eggs, worrying that they have too much cholesterol which may be bad for us. In an interesting twist, their cholesterol containing yolks actually help us combat the smaller moleculed bad LDL we dont want, and turn it into the larger healthier HDL cholesterol we do want in our body.
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Thinking about all we need to do to regain our health can be overwhelming, so let’s keep it simple. Read on to learn about the 4 things you need to be healthy and to regain balance.
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There really shouldn’t be a distinction between “superfoods” and “regular” foods. Food means nutrients. Should you be spending the extra dough for superfoods, or is your regular diet enough?
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Yerba Mate gives me life. Coffee people will understand; It’s the very first thing I think about and I’m boiling water before I even open my eyes. It’s what I sip on while I make breakfast and get my day started. And in the afternoon. And if I need to focus or get anything done. And anytime, really.
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Eating in season is extremely important for balance because you live on this planet, and nature always provides everything we need for health. Your body knows your geo location and it understands weather changes, so to adapt quickly, choose what is locally and readily available around you. Carrots just came back into season for Fall in the Northern Hemisphere, but what else is growing in season that you should pay attention to?
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We are officially in summer and the heat is on! Sunburned skin is on the horizon as your body naturally heats up, your skin will start to dry out and lose its natural suppleness. 🌵Fortunately there is an easy way to hydrate your largest organ AND cool down from this LA summer with a simple practice that also happens to offer a multitude of benefits.
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Wrinkles are so taboo in today's society, how dare we have them! Can we prevent wrinkles naturally? Is there anything we can do other than spending mega moolah on expensive creams, treatments and doing our best to never crinkle our face again?
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Ayurvedic Buttermilk is much better for you than traditional yogurts or lassi's. Its benefits range from helping balance digestion to being Kapha balancing, plus it's super simple to make. Check out this recipe from my friends over at Maharishi Ayruveda.
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Anything you put onto your skin will be absorbed directly into your bloodstream and should therefore be something you are willing to eat. Check out my one ingredient tip for healthy, nourished skin!
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Teas are a great way to benefit from the medicinal properties of herbs, plants and trees. Not all teas can be brewed the same, since plant structures differ. Some can be seeped while others need to be boiled. Here's how to tell the difference.
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Sausages, salami's, links and chorizos have are made from the remains of whatever is left over from traditional steak cuts. That can mean anything including blood, cartilage, fat and a ton of fillers. I found a brand I am comfortable recommending that uses only 100 % grass-fed beef and really simple ingredients.
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Vitamin waters and fresh squeezed juices are all the rage right now. The problem with them is that the enzymes and bio-availability of the vitamins have a time limit, so by the time they reach you, they might not be as beneficial as you are paying for them to be. Here's an awesome alternative.
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Everything you put into your body either nourishes you or depletes you. Remembering this basic principle makes choosing your meals, snacks and beverages much easier since it also reminds us that we are fully responsible for how we experience health.
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Bone broth is an excellent way to nourish the body on a deeper level, especially during the winter months. Check out this easy to make Ayurvedic recipe.
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You don't want to miss this incredible quick prep energy snack cleverly disguised as chocolate pudding.
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It gets cold and we get sick. Here are a few tips to avoid the sneezies and ease into this Winter Season with a stronger immune system and a more balanced diet.
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Nature knows best. Here's a guide to eating fruit seasonally.
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