Black Bean Lentil Tacos

Black bean lentil tacos are a high-fiber meatless alternative to traditional tacos. They are also more economical and quicker to prepare than meat tacos. I wanted to share my favorite brand of gluten-free wraps. They are Siete brand and found in the refrigerated section of your healthier grocery store. They also have chickpea and almond flour versions. Or instead of using gluten-free wraps, I love this on a bed of greens, organic of course. It can always be served over organic rice or quinoa as a taco bowl.  Speaking of, like always, use organic ingredients to lower your toxic load. Being primarily dairy-free is important to me as…

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What is Mental Fitness

What is Mental Fitness
What is mental fitness

What is mental fitness? It's a new concept in health called mental fitness. It's the percentage of time your mind is serving you versus sabotaging you. Independent researchers have validated the PQ (Positive Intelligence Quotient)  Score to be the single greatest predictor of how much of your potential for both success and happiness you achieve. Research has shown that higher PQ results in enhanced immune system functioning, lower levels of stress-related hormones, lower blood pressure, less pain, fewer, colds, better sleep in a smaller likelihood of having hypertension, diabetes, or strokes. What Is Mental Fitness? Stanford lecturer and best-selling author Shirzad Chamine has developed a program and book…

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Difference between Naturopathic and Allopathic Doctors

You may be curious about the difference between Naturopathic and Allopathic doctors.  There is absolutely a need for both in the world. Allopathic doctors prescribe medications and can perform procedures and surgeries. Their consultation is typically much shorter with regards to patient time which averages about 10 minutes per person. Conventional doctors are critical when it comes to acute (emergency) care. Naturopathic doctors may or may not be licensed depending on their education. Naturopaths typically spend between 30-60 minutes per client or patient.  They understand the importance of diet (whole, clean food) and the impact on preventing disease. Naturopaths are a great resource to find root causes and…

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5 Sage Powers

Understanding Positive Intelligence and the 5 Sage Powers is essential for measuring our PQ or level of happiness and success. Based on the best-selling book by Shirzad Chamine, positive intelligence explains why only 20% of teams and individuals achieve their true potential. You can take the assessment to learn yours. The key to positive intelligence is the 5 Sage Powers. The concept of positive intelligence helps us measure our PQ or level of happiness and success. You can take the assessment to learn yours. Positive Intelligence is based on the best-selling book by Shirzad Chamine. His book discusses why only 20% of teams and individuals achieve their true…

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Natural Solutions to Psoriasis

If you are searching for natural solutions to psoriasis, there is hope. I've seen dramatic improvements with clients by incorporating dietary changes and enzyme therapy. Don't let anyone lead you to believe that medication is the only answer. What is Psoriasis? Psoriasis is identified by excessive cell replication. In affected areas, cells reproduce at 1000 times the normal rate, exceeding even the rate of skin cancer. Normal skin regenerates itself every 28 days. In psoriasis, this process occurs every 3 to 4 days. As the skin reproduces new cells at this rate, the the area becomes red and inflamed and can rise to three times its normal thickness.…

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2 Simple Ways to Love Your Body

So often, we get caught up in loving everyone else—our kids, our spouse, our family and friends—that we forget to love ourself. Take a moment and visualize how that would look—if you loved yourself. How would your outside look? How would your inside look? What if I told you two simple things you could do to love yourself and change your overall appearance from the inside out? Would you do it? The two simple changes you will need to make involve eliminating genetically modified foods and increasing your intake of whole, clean foods, such as fruits and vegetables. Stop eating genetically modified foods because these foods are linked…

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8 Favorite Healthy Valentine’s Day Gifts

8 Favorite Healthy Valentine's Day Gifts to Give your loved ones gifts that keep on giving Since Valentine's Day is known for the chocolate and/or sugar, we felt it was an appropriate time to share healthier ideas for gift-giving. Sugar is the culprit in creating inflammation in the body, along with suppressing the immune system and disrupting gut flora. The following gifts can benefit every aspect of a person's life and continue giving long after February 14. These are all products I use on a daily basis and attribute them to my natural solution to slow the aging process and increased vitality. Healy Microcurrent Wearable.  How do I…

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Worried About the Mystery Virus? Don’t Panic…Prepare!

Chances are you have heard about the mystery virus that is now in at least 18 states and has prompted the hospitalization of thousands of young children with respiratory symptoms, including asthma-like breathing problems. Today, I will shed some light on what this “mystery” is, and what you can do to prepare yourself and your family for this and other viruses (e.g. colds and flu) that take hold this time of year. According to Web MD, the “mystery virus” virus is known as Enterovirus D68. It was first identified in this country in 1962. Several sources like Web MD and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), report that…

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Is Your Body Out of Balance?

Is Your Body Out of Balance? Tired of covering up symptoms? Schedule an appointment with Dr. Bonnie ND, CNHP and get answers. Do you... Struggle with Depression or Anxiety? Suffer digestive upset (gas, bloating, indigestion, constipation, IBS, diarrhea)? Have weight issues? Lack energy or feel tired all the time? Feel like you are always in pain? Suffer from allergies? Suspect hormone imbalances or have fertility issues? Have high cholesterol? Do You Have Yeast/ Candida? Currently have Cancer or have a family history of? Does your child... Have asthma? Have too much energy or ADD/ ADHD symptoms? Lack energy or feel tired all the time? Suffer from allergies? Suffer digestive upset (gas,…

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Are You Trapped? The mindset that propagates continued sickness

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 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...

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