Nutrition
12 Items in Your Fridge That You Should Throw Away Immediately
If you’re like most people, your refrigerator probably harbors a few deep, dark secrets. I visit most all of my clients' houses, and inevitably poke around in their fridge. It's always hilarious to me how many excuses I hear them shriek out when I start looking, such...
Examining Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
I had two girlfriends over on Tuesday for dinner and one of them has this issue, which made me think of writing this blog. This one is for Andy! Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is on the rise in women around the world. Originally called Stein-Leventhal syndrome,...
How the GGS is Superior to Juice
I’m a huge fan of the Glowing Green Smoothie® (GGS). It's my own recipe of course, but I do really love it. I drink it daily, and have all my clients drink it daily. It’s packed with so many nutrients, enzymes, and fiber. That’s why it’s the cornerstone of my Beauty...
5 Frequently Asked Questions about Water
Yes, we all know drinking water is good for us. Drinking water seems simple enough, but with all of the different choices, it seems to be actually complex these days. Here, I’ll answer some frequent questions I get about water! Can I drink bottled water? There are all...
Busting the Blood Type Diet
I get questions sometimes from readers about the Eat Right for Your Blood Type diet plan. Published in 1996, Eat Right 4 Your Blood Type suggests that your blood type dictates your diet based upon ancestral styles of eating.Basics of the Blood Type DietThe basic...
Toxic Items in Birthday Cake
A common comment I hear from people working in offices is how often their co-workers come up with a reason to have cake. I’ve heard people complain that sometimes there are several cake celebrations per month. I know- it's an awesome distraction from work. Cake in the...
The Scary Risks of Taking too Many Vitamins and Supplements
Are you taking too many vitamins and supplements? I’m constantly harping on the fact that it’s ideal to get the nutrients you need from your food. Naturally occurring vitamins and minerals in food are more compatible with your body and are more readily absorbed than...
6 Vitamins That Are Essential to Prevent Aging
I get a lot of questions from our Beauty Detox community along the lines of: “What can I take to prevent aging?” Though beauty products are important, your personal habits and vitamin intake can go a long way towards keeping you looking youthful and vibrant for years...
10 Nutritious Plants Everyone Can Grow in Their Backyard
What’s the best way to ensure you’re getting healthy, organically grown foods? Grow them yourself! Of course, I understand that producing all the foods you eat isn’t a realistic goal for everyone. Some people lack the time. Others lack the space. And some people swear...
Natural Vs. Organic and Other Common Misunderstandings
Many of us will purchase a product because it claims to be natural, which we therefore think it means it will be of a higher quality. This is a marketing claim frequently made on product packaging, and particularly processed foods...but what does it really mean? How...
