You may have seen this bright yellow-orange spice in the grocery store and wondered “how would I ever use that?” Well you healthy and fabulous eager learners, let me fill you in on the juiciest info I’ve got on this popular spice. There’s a lot scouring the web about turmeric, but let me give you the ultimate 411 and share some tricks of the trade that us holistic nutritionists know. Go grab your turmeric now that you have sitting in the spice cupboard, bring it with you to the computer, sit down, get comfy and let’s dive into this divine spice worth many times it’s weight in gold. Ready? Let’s go…  READ MORE

The first time I remember really enjoying eating oranges was when I was a kid and my mom would prepare big batches of orange slices for our soccer games and practices. Eating the juicy orange slices was the best part! They were super hydrating and bursting with flavor and citrusy deliciousness. It wasn’t until I became interested in holistic nutrition that I really learned all the amazing things about this fruit. Let me share some with you!  READ MORE

The love of my life, Mark Guarini, created the Mighty Muffin several years ago. Everyone loves them! Recently I was asked for a vegan version to feature on a health show. Mark and I didn’t think this was possible. One evening, I made a vegan ‘egg substitute’ (aka chia seeds soaked in water).  READ MORE

Did you know that garlic is also known as Nectar of the Gods? It’s true! There’s so many benefits and applications to integrating garlic into our everyday lives. Keep reading to find out other common names that garlic falls under and the Top 10 Health Promoting applications where you can use it and a few secret tips from a holistic nutritionist to curb “garlic-breath”. Don’t say no to the garlic dip next time you’re offered some at a party. Go for it!   READ MORE

We hear a lot about protein and the need to make sure that we get enough protein each day. Lately, we’ve been hearing more and more about L-Glutamine and that it’s very important for us. But,

• What is it?
• Why do we need it?
• Where can we get it?

Keep reading to find out if L-Glutamine looks good ‘naked’ or if it’s a marketing fad!  READ MORE

Did you know that animals have the ability to produce Vitamin C in their body? It’s actually their livers that produce it. This is amazing! But what happened to us humans? Well, we got left out of the genetic coding when it came to making our own Vitamin C, so we need to rely on getting Vitamin C through our diet. Find out why Vitamin C is so important and what foods you can find it in. You’ll want to read this article to find out which food has the highest amount of Vitamin C. And no, it’s not an orange!  READ MORE

Kraft Dinner (KD), also know as Kraft Macaroni and Cheese, may be cheap and you may be surviving off of it to pay off your mortgage sooner rather than later, but you NEED to know what is in this stuff. Because if you did, you might not touch it again. Sometime’s taking the ‘cheaper’ way out isn’t always good for our health. Think about it: ‘cheaper’ usually (however, not always!) means cheaper quality. When we neglect to give our bodies top quality care and food that is free of chemicals (pesticides, herbicides, etc), GMO’s and low-nutrient-profile food, what are we giving our bodies to work off of? Not much. Keep reading to find out what you’re body is given to run off of when we feed it Kraft Dinner and find out how you can make a healthier SEXIER version.  READ MORE

The Glycemic Index (GI) Diet has been largely marketed as a weight loss diet or a diet for diabetics, but where did it’s theories originate from and why is it so important that we all know about this so-called ‘glycemic index’ and ‘glycemic load’? Keep reading to discover how you can add this simple concept to your daily routine to Be Healthy & Feel Fabulous!

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I love apples! Apple cider vinegar, being a derivative of apples, definitely factors in there too. In fact, I love apple cider vinegar MORE than apples because of its amazing health benefits. I use it everywhere: bathroom, kitchen and even part of my beauty routine! Keep reading to learn what apple cider vinegar can do for you and why you’ll want to bulk up on it next time you shop! I’ve undressed apple cider vinegar, and the ‘spoiler’ is that it’s ALL good! READ MORE

It seems that everyone is taking at least one type of medication after age 50. One of the biggest concerns that holistic nutritionists have for their clients is whether or not their clients are getting their RDA’s of vitamins and minerals to perform all the processes our bodies perform each day! One thing that can hinder this is medication. Do you know what nutrients are depleted by the medications you are taking? Keep reading to find out what’s being depleted and how you can ensure your body is getting everything it needs. READ MORE