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August 22, 2024 EditorialTeam

The power of parsley

By Mercedes Kay Gold, CNP, CPT

This homegrown garden goodness of herbs is a bounty of health benefits. Parsley is easy to grow and spreads stupendously. Parsley, is a flowering plant native to the Mediterranean, and cultivated for more than 2,000 … [More...]

Natural Health

July 24, 2024 EditorialTeam

Zucchini: the perfect summer electrolyte snack

By Mercedes Kay Gold, CNP, CPT

Zucchini, also known as a courgette, and one of the most versatile members of the Cucurbitaceae plant family. This summer squash may be labeled a vegetable, but is botanically classified as a fruit. The wide … [More...]

Holistic Nutrition & Prevention

July 24, 2024 EditorialTeam

Should you go gluten free?

By Nonie DeLong, ROHP, CNP

This week’s question comes from a cooking class I held last week. Two of the guests wanted to understand why all of my recipes are gluten-free. They both suspected they might be gluten intolerant, but … [More...]

Weight Loss & Fitness

July 24, 2024 EditorialTeam

Toxic truth about sunscreen

By Dr. Nathalie Beauchamp, DC

For years, we’ve been taught to fear the sun’s rays and slather on sunscreen before stepping outside. However, mounting evidence suggests this advice may have been completely misguided. While excessive sun exposure can certainly increase … [More...]

Holistic Nutrition & Prevention

June 28, 2024 EditorialTeam

Get to the root of autoimmune disease

By Nonie DeLong, ROHP, CNP

Dear Nutritionist,

Inflammation is an issue I deal with, as I have lupus, arthritis and sinusitis. In one of your previous articles, you stated that ‘malnutrition and toxicity’ contribute to inflammation. Would you be more … [More...]

Weight Loss & Fitness

June 28, 2024 EditorialTeam

5 essential hydration hacks for summer

By Dr. Nathalie Beauchamp, DC

Summer’s arrival brings not only soaring temperatures, but also more time spent outdoors, soaking up the sun (and breaking a sweat!). Maintaining proper hydration is crucial for our health all year long, but when the … [More...]

Uncategorized

May 23, 2024 EditorialTeam

Silent fatty liver disease: add liver-loving foods, nutrients

By Dr. Nathalie Beauchamp, DC

In recent years, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) has emerged as a silent epidemic, affecting approximately one in four individuals worldwide. Despite its prevalence, most people with NAFLD remain unaware of their condition, as it … [More...]

Natural Healing

May 23, 2024 EditorialTeam

The power of prebiotics

By Mercedes Kay Gold, CNP, CPT

Happy gut! Happy life! The bounty of bacteria found in the gut referred to as microbiota is your first-class ticket to dreamy digestion. They help break down and digest food, supporting optimal health. The foods … [More...]

Salads Uncategorized

April 24, 2024 EditorialTeam

Spring salad simplicity equals green bean goodness

By Mercedes Kay Gold, CNP, CPT

The power of produce is undeniable and eating a wide range of rainbow colors is key. Green beans are mainstream, and yes, bordering on mealtime monotonous when steamed solo. Green beans are a bounty of … [More...]

Weight Loss & Fitness

April 24, 2024 EditorialTeam

Top ten actions for reducing sugar intake, curbing fat storage

By Dr. Nathalie Beauchamp, DC

The conventional wisdom of a “calories in, calories out” approach to weight management, which simplifies obesity and metabolic health to a mere equation of energy consumed versus energy expended, has long been a cornerstone … [More...]