How To Start Eating Healthy And Making Healthy Food Choices

For many people, making healthy food choices can be easier said than done. But, with the right knowledge and the desire to become a better, healthier version of yourself, helping to improve your eating habits – and your health– can happen in no time. If you’re interested in establishing a healthier eating pattern, the first […]

The Importance Of Heart Health: Reasons To Keep Your Heart Healthy

Healthy adult hearts aren’t much bigger than your clenched fist. In the same way your car’s engine makes it go, your heart pumps to keep your body up and working. That’s why it’s essential to make some heart-healthy lifestyle changes. How Does Your Heart Work? The importance of keeping a healthy heart has a lot […]

Dr. Gundry’s Citrus Fennel “Winter Salad” Recipe

You know, everyone seems to take the same approach to cooking meals around this time of year – it’s always winter soups, winter stews, and winter casseroles. And sure, there are some days when you just want to curl up with a mug of soup and a good book. But life can’t come to a […]

Flavonoids Polyphenols: What Are Flavonoids And What They Do?

There are so many different kinds of plants on this beautiful, generous planet. And if there are lots of plants, that must mean there are lots of plant foods. That’s good news for hungry humans. It’s especially exciting to know there are almost endless amounts of nutrients in plant foods. One of the most beneficial […]

The Beneficial Effects Of Resveratrol Quercetin

The term resveratrol has been tossed around in wellness circles for years now, and for good reason. You’ve likely heard that red wine may help support healthy cholesterol levels, heart health, your body’s fight against oxidative stress, and even help regulate healthy insulin levels.1 That benefit is attributed (at least in part) to the plant […]

A Quick Cereal Recipe For Your Breakfast (Lectin-free)

No matter what it is you like to eat for breakfast, one thing most people agree on is that breakfast is an amazing way to get your body up and running to face the day. Even better than any old breakfast though is a lectin free cereal full of superfoods. Who says breakfast has to […]

Everything You Need To Know About Polyphenols In Coffee

Whether you wake at dawn to get kids ready for school, work the nightshift, or simply enjoy the taste, it’s clear that many people just love coffee. And whether you drink it black or add a little non-dairy milk, the polyphenols in coffee might be able to support your health. Read on to learn more […]

Black Tea Polyphenols Vs Green Tea Polyphenols

Everyone loves a tea party. Children all over the world play “tea time.” And even adults make tea a regular part of their day. Why? Well not only is tea comforting and delicious, but many teas are also full to the brim with polyphenols.  Let’s explore why tea is so beloved in every country. Specifically, […]

Which Plant Foods Have Lectins? Your Smart Food Choices

There are many bad-for-you foods out there; making it pretty hard to know where to begin when it comes to eating for optimal health. And the truth is, labels like “natural,” “healthy,” and “light” can be misleading. If these so-called ‘healthy foods’ contain plant lectins, their calorie content won’t matter because they’re still damaging to […]

Everything You Need To Know About Lectin Toxicity

If you’re at all curious about nutrition, it’s no doubt you’ve seen the word “lectin” before. Research about how dietary lectins (aka binding proteins) negatively affect your immune response, cell growth, and intestinal permeability is growing every day. But if you don’t know much about lectin toxicity, let’s shed some light on the matter. Plant […]

Tasty Cacao Powder Recipes

If you’re like most people, you probably love chocolate. Most chocolate-lovers are pleased to learn that cacao powder can actually be part of a healthy diet.  There are so many fantastic ways to feed your sweet tooth without the added sugars and chemicals found in so many premade desserts.  Learn about cacao powder recipes made […]

Potent Antioxidant Activity: Polyphenols Benefits Skin

You may not realize it, but human skin is a pretty complex organ. Not only that, but it’s also your body’s largest organ.  Turns out, your skin is part of your integumentary system. This system also consists of your nerves, your hair, your nails, and your glands. Polyphenols are potent antioxidants that can go a […]