Efforts to help nutrition education in schools are underway across the United States. The San Francisco based "Nutrition Education Project" was set up to teach parents and kids about healthier food, reading labels, doing exercise and more. Started by the San Francisco School Board, it has a broad agenda covering health, school lunches, and parent advocacy. While I don't agree with some of the nutrition info they share (such as low-fat ... 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 >
Paleo Girl: Book Review and Interview with Leslie Klenke
We have Paleo books for men's issues, women's issues, exercise and children. What's missing? Leslie Klenke and her book for the paleo girl. This podcast interview with Klenke delivers a straight-through look at the book. If you think your teen might not read this excellent book, offer them the podcast instead. (See the play link below or get it on iTunes). They'll get the info they need either way. "Paleo Girl" has a chatty girl-talk ... Keep Reading >
5 Rules for Gluten-Safe Kissing
Gluten-safe kissing is important to talk about. If you're sensitive to gluten, what happens when a kissable partner has eaten pizza or beer lately? How careful do we have to be? Can we get "glutened" from kissing? There's a variety of opinions and studies on this, but several studies show the proteins from food can hang out in the mouth for several hours after consumption. Some people's mouths clear them faster than others. Some rules for ... Keep Reading >
Can Neurofeedback Change Your Life?
One reason I've been successful as a health practitioner is that I try things on myself before I ask others to do them. And, my own health is often in need of serious support, so any information I gather is good for me as well! The question this month is: can neurofeedback change your life? New types of lab tests, new styles of therapeutic healing, new supplements.... I want to check them out and report on them to my clients (and my ... Keep Reading >
“Nourishing Traditions Book of Baby & Child Care” BOOK REVIEW
Nourishing Traditions book of baby and child care is simply one of the best health books I've ever seen. Published by the Weston Price Foundation, authors Sally Fallon Morell and Thomas Cowan, M.D. give us highly readable guidelines to almost anything baby-related. You'll enjoy the different sections focusing on multiple aspects of pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and early childhood. Every page is packed with well-written and ... Keep Reading >
Mom, I Have a Stomach Ache!
Stomach aches are one of the most common complaints in my practice. Why do tummy aches plague so many children and adults? And how does a parent help their child? Parents often don't know how much their kids suffer. And children think their bodies are normal, for the most part, having nothing to compare to. They'll put up with a surprising amount of problems if they don't feel comfortable asking a parent about something. Some parents simply ... Keep Reading >
Winterize Your Brain & Body: PODCAST
Here's a winter healthcare podcast to keep you feeling and functioning better in colder, dryer months. Lots of tips here, including replacing fruits with more fats and proteins. Fat will fulfill your sugar cravings and keep you warmer and craving-free. Winter Healthcare is Unique! 2:18 At two minutes into the podcast, I talk about Seasonal Affective Disorder - making us tired, hungry, depressed and sleepy. Different types of light therapy ... Keep Reading >
100 Days of Real Food ? Processed Foods Are Out: PODCAST
100 Days of Real Food Jason Leake is here to change your life. Need help planning a family diet makeover? From a makeover-friendly Dad with a couple of kids and a blogger wife and partner? Join Jason Leake of the popular blog “100 Days of Real Food” as we discuss making real changes with a busy family. Start with the 10 Day Pledge, or go for the full 100 Days Plan. Either way, this podcast helps you understand why eliminating processed ... Keep Reading >
Everyday Paleo with Sarah Fragoso – It’s Not All About the Food: PODCAST
Everyday Paleo Sarah Fragoso and her book on feeding and raising a Paleo family. Recipes, playtime and personal stories in her third book. Best-selling author Sarah Fragoso joins Beverly to unveil this exellent family-oriented book! Everyday Paleo Family Cookbook is more than recipes. It's about including the whole family with food, fun, and life. She shows us many places in the shopping and cooking photos where her kids like to join in ... Keep Reading >
My Most Popular Supplements and How To Select Them: PODCAST
People frequently ask about the most popular supplements in my clinic. I've been a health practitioner since the 1980's, and a patient since the 1970's, so I've worked with hundreds of supplements and companies. In this podcast I'll review some of the most helpful supplements in my practice at the Diet & Health Center in San Antonio, Texas. Listen to what you might need, what you might not need, and how to judge supplement ... Keep Reading >
Exactly How Do I Change My Diet & Lifestyle: PODCAST
Are you ready for change but not sure where to start? What's the main reason you want to change? Maybe your child has Allergies. Maybe Dad has Diabetes. Maybe Mom is worn out worrying about everyone and is ignoring her own health. In any event, change is coming, so how do we make the most of it? What do we do first? And what happens if one person will change but another won’t? Is there an advantage to making a lot of changes at ... Keep Reading >