Detox

Golden Beet Salad with Arugula and Walnuts

Few vegetables are more beautiful than golden beets. Add spicy arugula and crunchy walnuts, along with a quick homemade balsamic vinaigrette, for a beautiful and satisfying salad. The detoxifying benefits of beets are a result of their high levels of betalains, a powerful phytonutrient, and vitamin C.

Choosing Safe Seafood

Fish have long been considered a good component to a healthy diet. But you've probably heard about toxins in seafood. Is it safe to eat fish? How to you find good sources? Check out my new blog, where I outline my criteria for finding safe seafood and getting enough omega-3 in your diet!

Benefits of Sprouts, and How to Make Your Own

When was the last time you ate sprouts? With their fresh flavor and crunchy texture, sprouts are easy to incorporate into a variety of summertime meals. Let’s discuss how to make sprouts step by step -- and some delicious ways to incorporate them into your favorite meals.

Probiotics for Immune Support and Detoxification

Were you, or your kids, born by Cesarean section? Did you get sick a lot as a kid and take antibiotics frequently? Did you grow up in an area where pesticides and heavy metals were prevalent? If you said yes to any of the above questions, it’s time to shore up your microbiome. I share some tips in this blog!

Hormone-Balancing Seed Porridge

This easy, nourishing porridge is inspired by the Paleo breakfast cereals available at high-end health food stores. These products, while delicious, are typically spendy. They are also probably rancid by the time they reach the consumer. Thankfully, it’s simple to make your own seed-and-nut-based cold or hot cereal.

What to Do If You Get Sick

This past week I started to feel sick. Anytime that happens I start to pile on the supplements, as there’s a lot of good you can do in that early stage. Getting sick really made me reflect on my prevention and how to respond when symptoms start. Here are my thoughts on how to be prepared!

Air Quality, COVID-19 and Supplements Update

As much as we'd like COVID-19 to just go away, it's still here! But there are new developments in understanding of the virus, as well as new unsubstantiated claims. So I am back again to give you some interesting new research related to COVID-19, as well as some interesting supplement applications I learned.

Three Ways to Use Detox Greens

Treat yourself to some delicious, detoxifying, and easy recipes with my favorite detox greens! This powder offers a phytonutrient-dense blend of grasses, fruits, vegetables, and berries. Take yourself to the tropics with the flavors of pineapple and lime, enjoy the nutrient-filled drink will lemon, basil, and strawberries, and more…

Kale Brussels Sprouts Salad

Need some color in your life? Build your next meal around a fresh, vibrant salad full of detoxifying ingredients. Thanks to the flavors of tahini, lemon, and maple syrup, this kale and carrot salad is totally crave-worthy.

How a 'Keto-Green' Diet Can Help You Survive Post-Menopause

This is a guest post from my friend and colleague, Dr. Anna Cabeca. Menopause is a big deal, but it doesn’t have to bring you down at all! It just requires some adjustments, and that’s especially true in our modern, toxic world. This post outlines the restorative principles in her new book, Keto-Green 16.

Antiviral Island Tea

Each ingredient in this nourishing turmeric and ginger tea offers unique immunity supporting benefits. Ginger, turmeric, honey, and citrus all combine to create a warm and invigorating drink that’s great for sipping any time of day.

Top Ten Reasons to Only Buy Supplements from a Trusted Source!

One of the simplest ways to shore up your immune system is through supplements. The question that most people have is whether it is actually safe to buy supplements online. Are they as strong or as safe as the ones that you can purchase in a brick and mortar store?

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Detox Metabolism

Nearly all chemicals are processed and detoxified through the liver. This includes things like hormones and waste products as well as more devious compounds like benzene, alcohol, and medications. Here we’ll go over some key details about detoxification, detox & estrogen, advantages of broccoli, and broccoli sprout powder benefits.

Coronavirus and Natural Immune Support

There is a lot of contradictory information online about coronavirus. What should you actually believe? This article provides researched advice on boosting your immune system against viruses and presents immune system supplements.

The Signs and Symptoms of Perimenopause

If you’re around ages 35-50, your hormonal symptoms may be due to perimenopause! Symptoms include: insomnia, weight gain, headaches, irritability, hot flashes, irregular periods, vaginal dryness, decreased libido, fatigue, and much more. What can you do to change this? Read on!

Are You in Mold Denial?

“How common is toxic mold? How do I know if I have it? Why can’t I just hide under a chair and not learn this stuff?” It may be an ‘inconvenient truth,’ but better to know and heal than suffer worsening life-long symptoms. In this article, we’ll help you get out of mold denial and take your next best steps as needed.

The Dangers of Toxins in Cleaning Products

Are you looking for safe, easy alternatives to the chemical-laden cleaning products that may be lurking in your home? Today I’m sharing my simple alternatives for bleach, fabric softener, air freshener, oven cleaner, and stainless steel cleaner. Read on to learn more!

Supplements for Holiday Health and Hangovers!

The holiday season can be a time of delightful overindulgence that leaves you feeling not-so-delightful the next day! You are also more prone to colds and flu thanks to the perfect storm of sugar, lack of sunlight, dry indoor air, and germs. Here are the exact supplements and habits that keep me healthy over the holidays!

Are There Toxins in Your Beauty Products?

Did you know the average American spends almost $800 on personal care items each year? Unfortunately, evidence shows most personal care products contain toxins that easily lead to hormone disruption, weight gain, and so much more. Let me show you how to switch to healthier, non-toxic routines that still work!