Mouth-Watering Oven-Fried Fish

Mouth-Watering Oven-Fried Fish

Mouth-Watering Oven-Fried Fish For variety, try this heart-healthy fish recipe with any kind of fish. All ingredients we use are gluten-free. Ingredients: 2 lbs fish fillets (we've used cod and flounder—however always use wild not farm-raised) 1 Tbsp lemon juice, fresh ¼ cup organic plant-based milk (almond, cashew, coconut) 2 drops hot pepper sauce or 1/2 tsp of cayenne pepper 1 tsp garlic, fresh, minced ¼ tsp white pepper, ground ¼ tsp sea salt ¼ tsp onion powder ½ cup finely ground organic corn meal 1 tbsp coconut oil (for baking dish) 1 lemon, fresh and cut in wedges Preparation: Preheat oven to 475° F. Wipe fillets with…

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Are You Trapped? Part 2 Cancer is Not a Mystery Disease

So many people are "trapped" and they don't even know it.  They are sick, diagnosed with disease or still trying to figure it out and/or depending on the medical community to do so.  They are experiencing pain, discomfort and a miserable life.  I know this, but I can't seem to save them... And what about their kids? If they don't know how to escape the grips of disease and sickness, their children will endure the same grueling life full of pain, discomfort and quite possibly premature death.  According to Dr. David Katz, M.D., "this may be the first generation of children to have a shorter life expectancy than…

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Cancer isn’t a mystery disease – Part 2

Cancer isn't a mystery disease. Part 2 The first article in this series is: Trapped! Pt 1: The mindset that propagates continued sickness if you haven't already read it please consider doing so. So many people are "trapped" and they don't even know it.  They are sick, diagnosed with disease or still trying to figure it out and/or depending on the medical community to do so.  They are experiencing pain,  discomfort and yes a slow painful debilitating life.   They could die a premature and painful death.  I know this, but I can't seem to save them... And what about their kids? If they don't know how to escape the…

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Food Additives and Preservatives = The Death of Wellness For Many

Food Additives and Preservatives = The Death of Wellness For Many Convenience foods are a way of life for many of us,  understandably so. For decades convenience has it has been ingrained into us since at least the 1950s when TV Dinners gained popularity. A visit to the grocery store clearly illustrates our preferences for prepackaged, prepared, convenience foods. The problem isn't the convenience factor, it is the fact that we've placed our trust in food manufacturers and government agencies, whose main goal isn't to provide the safest most wholesome food options. Rather their main goal is just to make lots of money. Today's convenience foods are laden with…

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Chewing your food 100 times…seriously? – Week 22 of 52 Weeks of Wellness

Chewing your food 100 times...seriously?- Week 22 of 52 Weeks of Wellness Continuing our journey down the digestive tract, here are a few more tips to assist with digestion. One of my downfalls is that I’m a fast eater. Remember, our stomach doesn’t have teeth so you need to chew thoroughly. The old rule that your grandparents or parents may have instilled to chew 100 times before you swallow is EXTREMELY important to assimilating nutrients. A few more rules of proper digestion is to not read or watch television while you eat. Focus on your food and the amazing wealth of nutrients it is providing (assuming it is!) and…

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The KISS Rule for Digestion – Week 21 of 52 Weeks of Wellness

The KISS Rule for Digestion- Week 21 of 52 Weeks of Wellness Now that we know how the digestive system works and the importance of removing additives, preservatives, sugar, fats that the body can’t or will struggle to digest, here are a few Keep It SIMPLE Sweetie (not a fan of the other S word) tips to improve digestion and reduce symptoms connected with poor digestion. How to reduce or eliminate digestive issues: Avoid processed, instant, sugar-laden, chemical-laden, hydrogenated/trans fats, “lifeless” foods Avoid alcohol, caffeine, nicotine, soda Avoid antacids Reduce or eliminate drinking iced or hot liquids immediately before, during or 30 minutes after a meal. Consider drinking 4…

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What you learned in 5th Grade about Digestion – Week 20 of 52 Weeks of Wellness

What you learned in 5th grade about Digestion - Week 20 of 52 Weeks of Wellness So, you may have learned how the body digests food in 5th grade but did anyone listen or care back then? I certainly did not!  Luckily, most children properly digest their food until their bodies are corrupted with excess sugar, fats, additives and preservatives. However, I'm seeing more and more digestive issues in young people that is frankly a bit disturbing! By the time we reach the age of 30-40, our bodies are really struggling to break down food. Then we start to experience gas, bloating, heartburn etc. that tells us something is not working. However, instead of…

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Digestion and the link to Wellness- Week 19 of 52 Weeks of Wellness

Digestion and the link to Wellness- Week 19 of 52 Weeks of Wellness We used to say, “you are what you eat” and now we say, “you are what you digest.” You can eat clean, whole, natural and organic food all day every day but if your body can’t digest it, you are not going to experience optimal health. If your food is not broken down by chewing then your body will not be able to use it. When digestion isn't happening correctly your body no longer provides the appropriate amount of enzymes to break food down and you will not be able to use the food for energy…

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Healthy Digestion and You

Healthy Digestion and You You've heard the saying, "you are what you eat" but realistically we should say, "you are what you digest!".  Eating the same foods daily or processed food with sugar, fat and sodium in excess is over burdening the body and disrupting the digestive process. Even if you strive to eat well, our food system is working against you. Foods are laden with processed junk that is nutritionally void and jam-packed with other toxins your body doesn't know what to do with! Healthy digestion is essential to optimal health. The food you eat should fuel your body but if your digestion isn't up to par…

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