Immune Supporting Garlic Miso Soup

Immune Supporting Garlic Miso Soup

Immune Supporting Garlic Miso Soup! Whether you are starting to feel under the weather, wanting to support your immune system or just need something nourishing to feed your cells, this soup is it! If you don't like mushrooms, you can easily omit them but we love them and it makes it a bit more nutritious and hearty. Garlic is one of the best natural healers and immune-supporting superfoods on the planet! It's all because of the magic chemical called allicin. An enzyme called alliinase is activated when the garlic clove is chopped or crushed. This enzyme converts alliin into allicin. Here is a good article to learn all the…

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Top 10 Ways to Prevent Colds and Flu

Colds, flu, and sinus infections are now part of history for our family. For me, it has been over 20 years since I've experienced any of these unpleasant symptoms. Some of the benefits of less sick time include more quality time with my family, productive time in my business, hundreds of dollars saved in toxic over-the-counter and prescription medications, and much less misery in general! Obviously, there are no guarantees but these are things that have worked for me, my clients, and many others who have experienced the same benefits. I don't buy into the germ theory as I'm around sick people quite often. And, if this theory…

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Maple Pecan Cauliflower

Maple Pecan Cauliflower

Maple Pecan Cauliflower is my go-to for a quick healthy lunch. There is a big debate in the south on the proper way to say pecan. Some pronounce it “P-can” and others, “P-con”. Some would even debate how I spelled the pronunciation! But, I think everyone can agree that you either love them or hate them. And boy, do I LOVE them. If you’re like me and love pecans, you are going to love this maple pecan cauliflower recipe. This dish makes a great side, lunch, or you can make it a complete meal by serving it with rainbow quinoa. I first experienced a similar dish in my…

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Why Estrogen Balance is Important

Why Estrogen Balance is Important
Estrogen

Why Estrogen Balance is Important Estrogen is the name of the class of hormones related to the reproductive cycle.  It includes the three main estrogens called estrone, estradiol, and estriol.  Each of these plays a role in the hormonal balance in women. In healthy premenopausal women, estrogen is made from progesterone and/or from androgens within the ovary's cells. Estrogen is responsible for changes in young women at puberty and gives adult women their shapely curves. During childbearing years, estrogen rises during the first half of the menstrual cycle in preparation for pregnancy. Elevated estrogen causes water retention and weight gain, and too much estrogen can lead to excess fat…

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