Heart disease and cholesterol science evidence says that heart disease is both more complex and more simple than eating (or not eating) bacon and eggs. Cholesterol does NOT cause heart disease. Many, many independent studies confirm this. This article explains how even the USDA agreed with this in 2015. Heart Disease and Cholesterol Science? What We Hear #1). Cholesterol causes fatty deposits that clog arteries and impair blood flow, leading ... Keep Reading >
Good & Bad Fats
Heart Disease, Lipids & Cholesterol with Chris Masterjohn
Understand lipids and cholesterol with Chris Masterjohn. Take a plunge into the chemistry of arteries, fats, the island nations of Polynesia and much more. Masterjohn writes and podcasts on all things lipid plus a huge variety of nutritional science topics. Like many of us in wellness, Chris began to study human nutrition after a health challenge - a frightening foray into veganism. Severe anxiety disorders and a cholesterol plunge to 106 sent ... Keep Reading >
The Amazing Benefits of Walkabout Emu Oil
So many benefits of Walkabout Emu Oil. It's a completely unique superfood! Male emu live on this oil they have stored up prior to sitting full-time (for 54 days!) on their eggs. It's their only nutrition during this time. Think what that might mean for your body too! These emus are not ordinary breeds harvested for meat, cosmetic oil or feathers. They are carefully raised to produce this amazing oil rich in Omega 3, 7 and 9's, Vitamin K2 and ... Keep Reading >
Rosita Cod Liver Oil Gelcaps
Rosita Cod Liver Oil gelcap capsules give you two ways to take this vitamin rich super food. I wrote about this new, amazing, raw, authentic Cod Liver Oil from Norway in 2014. Made only by Rosita, it's unlike any Cod Liver Oil anywhere. It's harvested and processed in the true Viking manner - by draining the oil directly from the Cod as they come out of the icy Atlantic Ocean. No "fermenting" in 10,000 gallon vats, 1000's of miles from ... Keep Reading >
5 Differences Between Fish Oil and Cod Liver Oil
I'm often asked about the differences between fish oil and cod liver oil. Which is best? Both have anti-inflammatory EPA-DHA, but there's more to know before buying. Eating oily fish such as wild salmon and sardines twice a week is important but it makes sense to supplement a small amount of Omega 3's as well. So, Fish Oil or Cod Liver Oil? One thing is true for both. Quality counts! The brand, the processing method and the type of fish all ... Keep Reading >
5 Reasons to Switch to Rosita Cod Liver Oil
Rosita cod liver oil is raw, unrefined and light in color and taste. It's the only extra virgin cod liver oil in the world, processed directly from true Northern cod as the fish come out of icy winter water. No chemicals, refining, filtering, heat or fermentation. Nothing is added. Nothing removed. It's completely real whole food. Rosita cod oil is a rich source of naturally occurring DHA, EPA, Omega 3 co-factors and Vitamins D and A. Most ... Keep Reading >
USDA Declares Cholesterol Safe!
Cholesterol was finally declared safe by the USDA in the 2015 Dietary Guidelines. The Guidelines from 2010 still suggested a maximum of 300 mg. of cholesterol daily from all food sources. That's 1 egg and 1 cup of chicken a day. Hold the omelette, butter, bacon, cheese, fish and steak.... After years of lobbying by the dairy and beef industries and complementary medicine physicians, the USDA Advisory Report finally (and quietly) ... Keep Reading >
6 Reasons to Avoid Coconut Oil, Milk or Flour
Should coconuts be off the menu? Are there valid reasons to avoid coconut oil, meat, milk or water? My clients occasionally do see problems with coconuts (and I do too). Sometimes it's the oil and sometimes issues occur with the meat or milk. Coconuts can offer wonderful health benefits, both internally and externally, but like all things, they may not be right for YOU. Check out these questions and try ... Keep Reading >
The Healthiest Oil You Never Heard Of
The Healthiest Oil You've Never Heard Of I only eat the healthiest oil I can find, and Tea Oil is one you've probably never used. Here's a little about the one I use and why. (You can find it on Amazon here). What is Tea Seed Oil? First of all, Tea Seed Oil is not the same as Tea Tree Oil. Tea Seed Oil is from the seeds of the Camellia oleifera plant, related to the tea you drink ... Keep Reading >
Does Starch Make You Fat Or Does Fat Make You Fat?
One of the most common questions in nutrition and health is this: Does fat make you fat, or does starch make you fat? If you're used to American medical dogma and new to the Paleo Diet (my Diet For Human Beings DVD) you might think low-fat food is good for you. That can mean unnecessarily avoiding eggs, meat, butter and coconut oil. For decades, we've been told by the USDA, TV, ads and magazine stories that we're supposed to eat more ... Keep Reading >
Which Is Better – Ghee or Coconut Oil?
Clients and Primal Diet - Modern Health Podcast listeners frequently ask me which is better... Ghee or coconut oil? There are definite differences between these excellent fats, so here's a short Bio on each. You choose whether you like ghee or coconut oil more, or how to use both liberally as many do. A health note: If you tend to be underweight or anxious, experiment with removing coconut oil from your diet. Its ... Keep Reading >
Delicious Obsessions With Jessica Espinoza
Delicious Obsessions is one of my favorite blogs! Anything you want to know about gluten free Real Food and Healthy Living can be found here, including recipes, DIY advice and hundreds of articles and guest posts from Jessica and many health and food experts. Jessica's passion is developing recipes for foods and self-care products. They're gluten free, Paleo friendly, easy and creative. Jessica's a big fan of coconut oil, and in our ... Keep Reading >