Today’s world is anything but stress-free. Even if you are doing everything ‘right’ to protect your health you may still be affected by the stresses of life. Whether it be financial, your job, spouse, the kids, or you name it, stress can lead burnout, fatigue, or a weakened immune system. Adaptogenic herbs help keep proper …
More and more women are afflicted with an out-of-balance thyroid. A huge part of maintaining thyroid health is incorporating foods that will help optimize a healthy balance. Here are a few recipes for various thyroid functions. Hypothyroid This recipe will help increase thyroid function. Bahia Seafood Stew 2 tablespoons coconut oil 2 shallots, minced (1/2 …
You know all the reasons to eat local, organic produce (better for your health, the environment, and the local economy!), but did you know that many foods found right here in the Pacific Northwest can also help to reduce your risk of breast cancer and/or make cancer treatments more effective? Here are four local foods …
When midlife hormone imbalance comes calling, the adrenal glands have much to say about the topic. Relatively unknown to most, these powerful little glands are located right above the kidneys. They are chiefly responsible for secreting hormones during times of stress. Back in our hunter-gatherer days, times of stress meant running from the tiger; today, …
Tips for adding nutrients to your traditional recipes Thanksgiving is usually the most difficult holiday to be mindful of what you are eating. But indulging in your traditional holiday feast doesn’t have to mean giving up your healthy dietary habits! Most of the traditional thanksgiving foods are high in refined carbohydrates and sugars and low …