Getting The Right Mix It is important to make sure that you do both cardio & resistance workouts. If you focus solely on aerobic workouts you run the risk of negatively impacting your weight loss goals. Instead, try mixing it…
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Mono-sodium Glutamate (MSG) is a flavor enhancer that’s known widely as an addition to Chinese food, but it is actually added to thousands of the foods you eat everyday. MSG is used by food manufacturers as a very effective way…
MSG: Many Names…Same Danger Read More »
Last week, we posted a fun Thanksgiving themed contest on our Facebook page: “It’s Thanksgiving Week! Would you like to win a free B12 injection to boost your energy? Message us with your favorite healthy Thanksgiving recipe-we’ll pick our favorite…
Healthy Holiday Recipe Winner: Brussels Sprouts with Pecans and Cranberries Read More »
I recently read some very interesting studies from the Institute of Functional Medicine. If you have been treated for gastro-intestinal issues such as GERD or acid-reflux, you may have taken a medication that is found to increase your chances of food…
In the News: Why is the Incidence of Food Allergies Rising in Both Adults and Children? Read More »
Houston, where I live, is a hot spot for food. We have such a variety available-from Tex Mex to Barbecue, Cuban to New American, Vietnamese to Soul Food. For many years we even boasted more restaurants per square mile than New…
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A great article from Dr. Dicqie: “I recently read about a new product that is being introduced in other countries (presumably to test market and prove efficacy) before they bring it to America. Pepsi is promoting their new drink “Pepsi…
The Next Fat Fighting Solution Is…Cola? Read More »
From jjvirgin.com You endured a two-hour dinner, your kids are loudly playing X-Box, your husband is snoring on the La-Z-Boy, and you’ve completed your culinary duties with a perfect 20-pound organic turkey. So what to do now? If you’re…
Skip the Seconds Stop Centering Your Thanksgiving Around Food Read More »
The latest studies continue to show that there is a link between what we eat and it’s effect on cancer in our body. Quick Facts About Cancer that You May Not Know 1. Every person has cancer cells in the…
Fighting Cancer with Nutrition Read More »
Following are some great tips from JJ Virgin on how to make better eating choices and eliminate gluten from your diet: So I’ve convinced you that not only do you not need gluten, you’re also way better off without it,…
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Because of genetics, diet, lifestyle, processed foods and a toxic environment, we are all at risk for compromised digestion. This often leads to weakened immune function, fatigue, hormone imbalance, digestive disorders and disease. A healthy diet and lifestyle, along with…
Feel It In Your Gut The Importance of Digestive Enzymes Read More »
