Honoring First Responders

This weekend, I had the privilege to participate in an event that honored those who serve us everyday – those heroes that show up everyday as first responders – police, firefighters, paramedics, military personnel, and veterans who risk their lives to serve and save others. This event held a special place in my heart, and… Read More“

Cumin

Besides giving a nutty flavor to your vegetables, CUMIN has been shown to provide many digestive benefits, including reduced symptoms of bloating, flatulence and intestinal distension. For these reasons, consumption of cumin is often reported to alleviate discomfort in individuals with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). Thanks to its thymoquinone content, regularly adding cumin to meals may improve satiety,… Read More“

Spinach and Bacon Salad

Who knew that a single post on Facebook would generate such interest in my favorite Spinach and Bacon Salad! I’ve made this recipe for years. When my children were young, we would make this together – one would tear up the spinach, the other would boil and chop the eggs, I would chop the scallions… Read More“

Don’t Take Adrenal Fatigue Lightly

The functions of your adrenals play a magnificent role in your overall health and happiness. If your adrenal glands are not working properly, your body simply will not function at its best – that’s a fact. What are the adrenal glands? Your adrenal glands (also known as suprarenal glands) are triangular endocrine glands that sit… Read More“

Why You Crave Carbs and How To Stop It

Even when you begin changing your eating habits for the better, incorporating cleaner foods and better practices, you can still fall victim to the massive carb craving. Sometimes, we attribute these carb cravings to a lousy day at work or a stressful week of deadlines, but carb cravings can also come from physiological imbalances. When… Read More“