Living with an autoimmune disorder? Let's talk about The Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook by Mickey Trescott and see what you can do to reverse it. It may be hard to believe, but it is absolutely possible to change your future. Thousands of us have done it, and with nothing more "medical" than eating great food and making lifestyle changes. What a concept! The "basic" Paleo Diet and Lifestyle are an incredible breakthrough in health management. ... Keep Reading >
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Rosita Extra Virgin Cod Liver Oil
Rosita raw, extra virgin cod liver oil is a completely unique product. It's so new, it's 1000's of years old. Rosita Cod Liver Oil is not "fermented" or soaked in a vat of brine like Blue Ice brand. It's light gold in color, with a taste of freshly sautéed fish. I have found it doesn't burn the throat or cause digestive problems. This superior, non-rancid product has a high ratio of anti-inflammatory Omega 3 DHA to EPA. DHA is more ... Keep Reading >
How Roundup is Linked to Celiac Disease and Autism
How Roundup is linked to Celiac Disease and Autism is a much-debated issue. Dr. Seneff of MIT asserts a proven connection between Celiac, Autism and Roundup. Is Roundup (and our processed food diet) responsible for our escalating health problems? The most commonly used herbicide in America, many foods are now genetically engineered to better "tolerate" heavy doses of Roundup. I spoke at length with Dr. Stephanie Seneff, a Senior Research ... Keep Reading >
Are You Getting Enough Calories on Paleo?
Are you getting enough calories on Paleo? If you're already at your desired weight, doing serious exercise, or struggling with low endocrine function, it may be time to add more carbohydrates, or perhaps more calories in general. So, which do you add: rice, quinoa, tubers, fruit or fat? The "Primal Blueprint" by Mark Sisson has always been my favorite Paleo primer. It's easy to read, well-organized, and walks us through everything from ... Keep Reading >
How To Prepare Fermented Foods: Book Review and Interview With Lisa Herndon
Here's an excellent step by step guide on how to prepare fermented foods at home. It includes all the hows and whys of homemade Ketchup, Mayo, Chutney, Kimchee, Kefir, Kraut and more... Enjoy these highlights from my interview with author Lisa Herndon (see podcast link below or on my iTunes page). This is the second edition of "Lisa's Counter Culture: Pickles and Other Well Bred Foods". Lisa and I also spoke last year in this podcast ... Keep Reading >
Understanding Gelatin and Collagen Supplements
Gelatin and collagen supplements play an important health recovery role in the Paleo Diet, GAPS Diet or Specific Carbohydrate Diet. Long known for improving hair, skin and nails, gelatin has been commercially available since the 1920's. The terms collagen and gelatin can be used interchangeably when talking about supplements. Here's what I learned in doing this podcast with a representative from Vital Proteins Collagen products. Collagen ... Keep Reading >
What are the Best Leaky Gut Supplements?
Leaky Gut Syndrome may be the common factor underlying modern health concerns, including autoimmune problems, Fibromyalgia, and intestinal issues such as colon cancer and IBS. Among the many leaky gut supplements on the market, LGUT from Systemic Formulas is one used in my clinic and my online store. I offer a state-of-art lab test for leaky gut from Cyrex Labs for clients doing Consults with me. It's helpful to know if it's your diet, Leaky ... Keep Reading >
Herbivores vs. Carnivores
I'm a horse person.... I grew up owning and riding them, and have been the caretaker of two little equine friends for the last decade. I notice that the design of the digestive system of herbivores vs carnivores can tell a lot about what we're each meant to eat. My pony is getting old, and like most herbivores, older horses can lose their teeth to infection or trauma and be unable to eat properly. In the wild, they'd be easy prey.... I ... Keep Reading >
Irritable Bowel and Colitis: PODCAST
50% to 75% of us suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome. What is it, and how can you alleviate it? Listen in to this Irritable Bowel and Colitis Podcast. Gas, abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea and constipation are all part of the "no known cause - no known cure" world of IBS and Colitis. I've had long personal experience with these bowel issues and have also seen hundreds of clients improve by doing the detective work needed to get to the ... Keep Reading >
Leafy Greens for Constipation
You've heard about leafy greens for constipation, right? Who do they work so well? There are many causes of constipation. BUT, like everything else in Natural Health, it's a process of experimenting on yourself and talking with a good Naturopath to rule out some of the obvious choices. We've all heard for decades that FIBER was the key, but for those of us who follow a Species-Appropriate Diet such as Paleo or my Diet For Human Beings, ... Keep Reading >
Causes of Constipation: PODCAST
Here's 15 causes of constipation - reasons for a slow bowel. If you're one of the fifty percent who struggle with this issue, either daily or at random (Irritable Bowel anyone?), this podcast may change your life! Seriously! Like all matters in Natural Health (or Modern Health as I call it in my podcast title "Primal Diet - Modern Health"), getting to the cause of something is the goal. Symptomatic support is OK for a while, but when the ... Keep Reading >
Digestive Health with Real Food by Aglaee Jacob: INTERVIEW
Digestive Health with Real Food by Aglaee Jacob is an excellent reference book. It's big, clear, full of info, and can be a good guide for your detective work on digestion, elimination (poop), and how to get well. Constipation, diarrhea, reflux and much more are in our Interview. Agalee, like most of us who have come forward to teach or write about natural health, has been through her own digestive struggles, and has put together a juicy ... Keep Reading >