Bees make honey with the use of nectar from flowers. Honey is commonly used as an alternative sweetener to chemically refined white sugar. While some argue that honey is no different than sugar, others feel different. Honey contains enzymes, antibiotic agents, trace minerals and other nutritional components. One honey in particular, Manuka honey, is known […]

You can be a super nutrition hero by consuming any of these, and other foods with superpowers of their own. Nitrate-rich beets help improve vascular function and delay the onset of fatigue in athletes. Beet juice may also help lower blood pressure and improve vascular function in adults with high cholesterol. Try it: Add chopped […]

This soup comes together quicker thanks to cooking onions in the microwave! Ingredients: 3 large onions, sliced1/4 c. Butter1 T. Pastry flour1 quart beef or vegetable broth1/4 c. Red wine1/2 t. Sea salt1/2 t. Savory pepper blend6 slices sourdough bread, 1/2” thick slices6 slices Swiss cheese Preparation: Combine onions and butter in a large microwave-safe […]

If you seem to feel tired all the time, you are not alone. As a society we are overstressed and under-rested. Fatigue can be caused by anything from stress, pollution, insomnia and poor diet, to hypoglycemia, anemia, low adrenal or low thyroid function. Here are some keys to fight fatigue and boost energy naturally: Get […]

Salad Fresh corn on the cob (3 ears) (use frozen if not available)Grape seed oilSalt & Pepper2-3 Zucchini1 Sweet onion,2 Red bell peppers2-3 Yellow squash1 bunch broccoli, cut into floretsGluten free noodles (Bow Tie, Penne or Elbows are good options)4 Tbs fresh parsley, chopped8 or 9 basil leaves, torn6 grape tomatoes, halved (small container)Optional: Vegan […]

Bad germs and bacteria are everywhere – E.coli, Salmonella, S. pneumoniae. To fight these bad bugs, you need good bugs! Consuming beneficial “friendly” bacteria, or probiotics, is good for you. In fact, the name “probiotic” comes from the Greek and means “for life.” L. acidophilus, a well-known probiotic, is just one of more than 400 […]