Did you know that 1 in 5 Americans struggle with "gut disorders" (1) That means constipation, CRIPPLING stomach pain, digestive issues, and diarrhea. Many of these digestive problems go even deeper causing psychological issues like anxiety or even depression. Going paleo is a GREAT step to heal a broken gut. Even though it can take time for an unhealthy gut to "adjust" to … [Read more...]
Getting Little Ones to Eat Their Veggies
According to the CDC, the majority of children don't eat enough vegetables. But if you've ever tried to get a young child to eat their veggies, you probably know it often involves bargaining, bribery, and lots of wasted food. Kids are usually more interested in other items on their plate than the nutrient-dense fruits and vegetables, and many parents struggle with this at … [Read more...]
6 Foods to Avoid for Younger Skin
Certain foods can sap moisture and steal much-needed nutrients, damaging skin and helping to make you look older. Here's what not to eat for a better-looking future. >> Greasy, fried foods are often full of trans fats and saturated fats, both which contribute to inflammation, says Kristin Hoppe, a nutrition consultant and natural chef in San Francisco. Hoppe recommends … [Read more...]
Eliminating Foods that Make You Sick
For more years than she cares to remember, La Vaughn Kemnow, 73, of Chiloquin, Oregon, was plagued by unrelenting stomach ailments, heartburn, bloating, sharp pain along with extreme mental and physical fatigue. Whatever virus or bug happened to be floating around, Kemnow would catch. "Eventually I got so sick, I had to quit my job and rely on my aging mother to do all my … [Read more...]
New Wheat Crops as an Alternative to a Gluten-Free Diet
Wheat, one of the most widely consumed grains in the world, contains gluten, a mixture of proteins that can be toxic for people with celiac disease. A new study that analyzed the toxic components of these proteins in different varieties of wheat makes the first step forward towards developing wheat-based products that are safe for celiacs. Bread, biscuits, pasta, and … [Read more...]