I am a huge fan of sweet potatoes. Seriously! There have been stretches of time in my life when I literally ate one every day! Not only are Sweet Potatoes incredibly delicious they are also a great source of fiber, vitamin C, manganese, and beta-carotene. The high antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds present in sweet potatoes […]

If we agree that toxic chemicals are a major driving factor for cancer, then we must also agree that detoxification is one of our best prevention & recovery strategies. When your body is burdened by high levels of toxins, the detoxification system becomes sluggish and waste starts to build up. The accumulation of both toxins […]

Okay I know what you’re thinking……is chicken potpie really a healthy option? Sure it provides comfort and memories from childhood perhaps but is it actually good for me? Well, let me assure you, this is not the TV-dinner potpie of your youth. I know the one. I used to eat them all the time when […]

With Spring comes the bounty of artichokes. I love artichokes!! Besides being delicious and providing a unique flavor to recipes, they are also quite healthy for you. Artichokes are high in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory phytochemicals. They’re a great source of fiber and help stimulate bile production, which improves digestion and nutrient absorption. They also happen […]

In my last two posts we looked at WHY sugar is such a problem plus HOW you can curb cravings and kick the addiction for good. I want to take a moment in this article to say that it is not realistic to think that you will NEVER have sugar or something sweet again; nor […]