This video speaks to one of the most narrow-minded views of self sustainability. Understandably, the authors discuss some of the economical benefits of food globalization and the extended reach of mass food production to those in inclement weather and of lower socioeconomic means. However, they fail to acknowledge the practicality of the vision for an achievable local, organic and…
Category: Nutrition
The Benefits of Soaking Nuts & Seeds!
http://foodmatters.tv/articles-1/the-benefits-of-soaking-nuts-and-seeds By: Delicia Beaty and Sharon FoutchSoaking nuts, grains, seeds, and legumes Nature has set it up so that the nut, grain and seed may survive until proper growing conditions are present. Nature’s defense mechanism includes nutritional inhibitors and toxic substances that can be removed naturally when there is enough precipitation to sustain a new…
Nacho Not-Ya Cheese!
CALLING ALL VEGANS AND CHEESE LOVERS! If you Love cheese like I do, then this Nacho Not-Ya Cheese recipe is for you! I’m taking a break from cheese as is often best in winter season to help purify the body and kindle agni in cold climate. But I MISS cheese! This Vegan Nacho Cheese Dip…
3 Debunked Pressure Cooker Myths!
3 pressure cooker nutrition myths that just won’t go away… till now – hip pressure cooking
Cutting salt could save hundreds of thousands of lives, study says…
By Melissa HealyFebruary 11, 2013, 4:45 p.m. Steadily reducing sodium in the foods we buy and eat could save a half-million Americans from dying premature deaths over a decade, says a new study. And a more abrupt reduction to 2,200 milligrams per day–a 40% drop from current levels–could boost the tally of lives saved over 10 years…
Celiac Gluten Allergy vs. Gluten Intolerance!
As Promised… Celiac.com 11/13/2012 – Going gluten-free seems to be the newest dietary trend that many people are following, even if it is not mandatory for one’s health. This trend was brought on by an increased number of cases of celiac disease, and gluten sensitivity, also referred to as gluten intolerance. Both diagnoses come with…
10 Signs You’re Gluten Intolerant…
So, you Love Bread but it makes you feel Bloated, Heavy and causes digestive upset… Well, you might be Gluten Intolerant. Dr. Myers outlines some key signs that gluten might be a problem in your diet. *One important note I’d like to make is that there is a BIG difference between Gluten Intolerance and Gluten…
Kickin’ Kale Chips!
I don’t know about you, but I LOVE KALE CHIPS! First encountered at California Farmer’s Markets, the Kale Chip craze has spread nationwide. And they are great – but Expensive. I was just gifted a brand spankin new Dehydrator and am so psyched to make my own Kale Chips on a regular basis. Here’s a…
2 New Holistic Hours in February!
Thanks to our overwhelming requests for more Holistic Hour, we will be hosting 2 sessions in February! Both sessions will cover Spring Cleanses. Register for the session that best meets your scheduling needs! Call 215-968-9750 to Register. I look forward to seeing you all then! Namaste, Julie
WHAT IS NUTRITIONAL YEAST?
Very interesting article on Nutritional Yeast. Ayurveda typically advises against eating yeast and fermented foods to avoid vata and pitta upset with gas and “amla” or sour taste. I have to say that I’m curious if a steady diet of nutritional yeast would unbalance the doshas. They are however quite nutritious and frequently used in…
Vitamins From Food: You Have to Watch This Video!
A recent interview with nutritionist Kimberly Snyder reminds us about the Ayurvedic Approach to Food & Nutrients. In this short video, Kimberly presents a 5 Day Vitamin Plan to jumpstart different Bodily organ systems by increasing the Vitamins THROUGH FOOD! I am in FULL support of this type of approach where we first Revaluate our…
How Much Calcium is Absorbed By Our Bodies From Food?
So, I’m on a Vitamin & Mineral Kick right now! Here’s some great information on Calcium absorption from Livestrong. Vitamin D is a big factor for increasing the Bioavailability of Calcium in our bodies to improve absorption. You frequently see it Highlighted on Milk and Dairy products and in Fortified Foods for this reason. Increasing…
Foods High in Vitamin E!
SUPER SLIDE SHOW ABOUT WHAT FOODS HAVE HIGH VITAMIN E Vitamin E Fat Soluble Vitamin Easily absorbed via skin or in gut Good for Immunity, Skin, Metabolism High Vitamin E Foods: Sunflower Seeds, Chili Peppers, Vegetable Oils, Nuts, Seeds, Peanut Butter, Avocados, Herbs- Basil & Oregano (50%), Pickled Green Olives (25%), Taro Root (26%)
Top 10 Foods Highest in Vitamin D
Hey Folks! Here’s a short list of Vitamin D Rich Foods. I don’t recommend #7 as they are high in fat, cholesterol and nitrates. Also, it is best to get your vitamins from non-fortified sources if possible to avoid loss of nutrients from processing. Of course, if you live in an area where fortified foods…
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