Nutrition
Dive into expert articles, insightful blogs, and the latest
research to empower your health journey.
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Hormone-Balancing Energy Bites
in NutritionEach recipe yields 30 bites/15 servings (2 bites = 1 serving) Ingredients: Follicular Phase Bites Full bag of Beeya Phase 1 Blend OR * ¾ cup raw pumpkin seeds * ¾ cup ground flax seeds * ¾ cup hemp seeds ¾ cup almond butter 1/3 cup raw local honey 1 tbsp vanilla extract ½ tsp…
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Chocolate Strawberry Zucchini Muffins
in NutritionThese grain free muffins are sweetened with fruit instead of added sugars, lowering its glycemic effect. The cocoa powder, pumpkin seeds and strawberries provide magnesium, potassium, fiber, antioxidants, and polyphenols like flavonoids, all which support a healthy heart so why not enjoy this as a healthy treat on Valentine’s day with a loved one! Ingredients:…
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Detox Breakfast Bowl
Flaxseed is high soluble fiber which can help manage blood sugar and promote a healthy and robust microbiome, it is also considered a phytoestrogen (plant-based estrogen source). Flaxseed contains lignans and omega-3 fatty acids. Lignans are antioxidants with weak estrogen-emulating characteristics and have some anti-cancer effects. Flaxseed also appears to have anti-estrogen properties and has…
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Weight Loss Webinar-A Functional Medicine Roadmap
Nearly 75% of adults aged 20 years and older are overweight or obese while 88% of Americans are metabolically unhealthy. Knowing this, it’s probably no surprise the top 3 goals people set for themselves each year include exercise more, eat healthier, and lose weight. We know that losing excess weight can reduce your risk for…
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Sweet Potato and Cauliflower Mash
This low glycemic version of mashed potatoes uses sweet potatoes along with cinnamon and nutmeg to help regulate blood sugars. Sweet potatoes contain potassium to lower blood pressure and beta carotene which supports immune function along with healthy skin and eyes. Cauliflower contains sulfur which increases glutathione levels to support detoxification. I hope you enjoy…
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Gut Healing Apple Crisp
As we move through the transition of seasons, many people are excited to cook their favorite fall recipes. One of the most popular fall foods are APPLES! They are a great source of dietary fiber, antioxidants, and pectin (a prebiotic that may support the healing of intestinal permeability/leaky gut). Also, getting a variety of apples…
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Coffee: Good or Bad?
Coffee has long since been regarded as a relative pariah in the health and nutrition world. Newer research, however, suggests that your morning Americano may have some hidden health benefits. Traditional roasted coffee has over 1,000 bioactive compounds, many of which contain therapeutic antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-fibrotic, and anti-carcinogenic effects. In fact, most Americans get more…
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PUMFU Scramble (Egg Free, Soy Free)
PUMFU is a soy free alternative that can be used as a tofu replacement. It is made from pumpkin seeds which are rich in healthy fats, zinc, magnesium, iron, manganese, copper, potassium, and phosphorus. It is also a great protein source for those not eating animal products. Adding a variety of vegetables increases the antioxidant…
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Anti-Inflammatory Salmon Caesar (AIP/Paleo/Elimination Diet Approved)
Ingredients For Marinade: ¼ cup coconut milk (full fat) ¾ tsp turmeric 1 tbsp grated ginger 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp lemon juice 3 tbsp avocado oil 2 tsp maple syrup (optional) 1lb large thickly cut filet of wild salmon For Salad: 1lb bag of romaine lettuce (cut into pieces) Other veggies of choice or toppings…
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Wild Salmon Patties with Aioli Sauce
This month, we’re all about sustainable seafood! To go along with our “Should I Eat Fish?” blog, we asked our Senior Dietitian Lisa Dreher to put together a recipe for you. Here is a different and tasty way to get more omega-3 rich seafood into your diet. Yields 10 patties Ingredients: 1-pound fresh wild sustainable…