It would be a challenge to find somebody who never suffers from headaches. It seems that everybody gets them from time to time. What about you? When is the last time you had a headache? Is it a regular occurrence?… Continue Reading →
It’s estimated that as many as one billion people globally are vitamin D deficient. That’s a staggering number — especially when you consider all of the functions of the body that rely on this essential nutrient in order to function… Continue Reading →
Do you have an aloe vera plant in your house? You know the one — it looks a little like a cactus and does fine if you’re not good at remembering to water your plants. Do you treat it as… Continue Reading →
Sparkling Spiced Cider Looking for a fun beverage for your next fall gathering? Infuse cider with your favorite fall baking spices and add bubbles—either sparkling juice or the adults-only prosecco. This Sparkling Spiced Cider is easy enough to pull off… Continue Reading →
Brain health is on the minds (pun intended!) of many of us. (Makes me think of a famous scarecrow that was worried about his brain!) This is especially true if you’re getting up there in years. Is there anything we… Continue Reading →
This fall, we’re all about celebrating the abundance of the season. First up, apples! Serve this Cinnamon Apple Chunk Cake as an indulgent breakfast, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a simply rustic dessert!
Brownie Baked Oatmeal This Brownie Baked Oatmeal is the next best thing to eating cake for breakfast. With oats, chia seeds, and peanut butter, you’ll feel satisfied through the morning. Sweet maple syrup and chocolate make this a decadent treat…. Continue Reading →
Butter-For-You Banana Split When is the last time you had a banana split? Enjoy this Butter-For-You Banana Split and lean into the nostalgia. With nut butter and a literal cherry on top, this is a delicious alternative to the American… Continue Reading →
Did you know that collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body? It makes up about 25-30% of all protein in our bodies. Collagen is high in glycine, proline, and arginine which your body, incidentally, needs to produce more collagen. These important amino acids are not found in large supply in dietary protein such as chicken or beef. So, even if you eat an adequate amount of protein on a regular basis, you could still be lacking in the collagen department.
Medicinal mushrooms have long been a mainstay in traditional Chinese medicine as well as being used in many other countries for their health benefits. There are quite a few varieties of mushrooms used medicinally, and you may have heard of several. Lion’s Mane and Reishi mushrooms get a lot of attention. We’ll discuss those here but also cover a couple of other lesser known types that may be worth looking into to improve your health.