The perfect sandwich – meat, cheese, lettuce, possibly some condiments, all between two slices of bread – can make for a satisfying meal. But, beware of the processed meats often used in these tasty creations as they can negatively impact…
As consumers, we pay close attention to the ingredients in our food, choosing to avoid additives, preservatives, and artificial sweeteners. However, how often do we pay attention to the packaging our food comes in? Could it be that lurking within…
Swapping gluten-containing grain products for gluten-free products is a common mistake people make when they transition towards a Paleo diet. While going gluten-free has many health benefits, simply switching to gluten-free grain-based products might not be ideal. Many of these…
You’ve probably heard about the famous 2005 study published in Annals of Internal Medicine which claimed that vitamin E supplementation increases your chance of death from any cause. The media jumped on the story and reported it far and wide.…
The never-ending advice to cut back on salt fails to give the whole story on this misunderstood substance. In fact, if you don’t get enough of the right kind of salt, you may be sowing the seeds of your own…
Do you know what a balanced meal looks like anymore? We used to in the good ol’ days when the food pyramid told us in simple terms. Then came a barrage of diets and studies, and more diets, and a…
Diet plays a significant role in supporting a healthy and well-nourished body. But what if certain staple foods caused your body to treat them like an invading pathogen and activate your immune system? This is actually the reality for people…
As the gluten-free revolution gains momentum, more people are realizing that they fall somewhere in the spectrum of gluten sensitivity. They feel better knowing that they’ve identified the cause of persistent health symptoms. But how do you know for sure…
March is National Nutrition Month, and with the arrival of the spring season, now is a great time to clean your diet and add momentum to your healing. The Western diet typically places heavy emphasis on commercial animal proteins and…
Before the invention of antibiotics, untreated dental infections could be lethal. Now, modern medicine has separated dental health from overall health, but research reveals strong connections between poor oral health and chronic inflammation, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and other conditions. Healthy…
Did you know that the health of your mouth can seriously affect your overall well-being? In fact, Americans are more likely to visit dentists than doctors, emphasizing the importance of maintaining good dental health. Not only can taking care of…
Higher cholesterol levels may not necessarily lead to a higher risk of heart attacks, and in fact, people with higher cholesterol have been found to live longer. A 1999 study from the American Heart Association’s annual stroke conference showed that…