This is a lengthier article than usual so print it out and read it while you are on the treadmill or bike. It’s worth it! Did you know that much of that “extra weight” you are carrying could be the result of food allergies? In fact, most of us have one or more food allergies that we don’t yet know about and weight gain is not their only side effect. These hidden food allergies have also been linked to other … Read More
Recipe: Chicken Mole
This traditional dish from the Oaxaca region of Mexico is made with chili peppers and chocolate. That’s right….I said chocolate! And what could be better than chocolate for dinner?! Actually, it’s unsweetened chocolate and it gives the distinctive brown sauce a rich, bittersweet flavor with antioxidants to boot! It also contains garlic for immune support and radishes for digestion. There are many varieties of mole (pronounced mol-ay), but I like this one because it is easy to prepare and it … Read More
Vegetarianism: Fact vs. Fiction – Part 2
Click here for Part 1 The Problem With Milk…. Milk is NOT bad for us in and of itself. The problem with milk is the way it is processed and sold to us. We’ve been drinking cow’s milk and goat’s milk for centuries. It wasn’t until the late 1800’s that we began pasteurizing milk, which was a response to suspected harmful bacteria in beverages and foods, including milk. Ironically, it is the pasteurization process that created new problems with … Read More
Vegetarianism: Fact vs. Fiction – Part 1
The recent popularity of the bold documentary, Forks Over Knives, as well as a handful of some national best-selling books, has forced me to finally address the issue of vegetarianism in this blog. In my 16 years as a practicing nutritional consultant, I have been fairly clear with my clients on this issue: humans, by nature, are omnivorous creatures. I will summarize the facts supporting this assertion as well as confront the conclusions promoted by filmmakers, authors, and practicing vegetarians. … Read More
What’s Behind Those Cravings?
Have you ever wondered why sometimes you crave salt and sometimes you crave sugar? Or perhaps it’s something crunchy or creamy? These cravings seem to come out of nowhere and often make us feel a little out of control. Sometimes they’ve even played a major role in sabotaging our efforts to lose weight or simply to avoid processed carbohydrates. Cravings have long been associated with a weakness of spirit or failure of will. And the problem with that way of … Read More
