Are whole foods really better for you than packaged? Spoiler alert: yes. By a lot. And there are several reasons that I will get into in a moment, but let’s start with this: why would I even pose this question? Isn’t this common knowledge? Well, life happens. People are shorter on time than ever before. I sometimes hear from folks who are trying to fix chronic symptoms and either can’t, or … [Read more...]
Top 4 Myths About Cleanses
You’ve probably heard a lot in the media about doing a cleanse or detox for your health. You probably know that most of the diets that fall into this category are considered unhealthy and even unsafe. So naturally, you may have negative associations with the word “cleanse.” People often hear “cleanse” and start to think of all-liquid diets, expensive supplements and extreme deprivation, all for short-lived … [Read more...]
Food Sensitivity: 4 Key Indicators
Most people are highly aware of food allergies and physicians are well versed in how to diagnose them. Generally, an allergic reaction comes on quickly, as soon as you eat the problematic food. Symptoms, which can be quite severe and life-threatening, are distinct and can include hives, rashes, facial swelling, and even an inability to breathe. This type of reaction can be extremely scary for the … [Read more...]