Why Perilla Seed Oil Is So Important For Vitality

There’s a plant-based ingredient that can often get overlooked when it comes to healthy oils – perilla seed oil. Perilla frutescens is the beautiful, minty green (and sometimes purple) plant that the vital oil comes from. The perilla plant is in the same family as mint and basil – hence its delicious aroma and flavor. […]

Gundry’s List Of Mean Green High Protein Vegetables

As you may know by now, Dr. Gundry spent many years as Head of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Loma Linda University. The school is a Seventh Day Adventist institution. The staff was encouraged to follow a vegetarian regimen while working in order to honor the school’s beliefs. It was there he became well-versed in recipes that […]

What Are Postbiotics And Are They Beneficial For Your Health?

Maybe you’re into learning about how to live your healthiest life. And maybe you know that in many ways your gut health is the key to better overall health and wellness. If this is the case, you probably already know all about prebiotics and probiotics and their effect on your health. But have you heard […]

Is The Impossible Burger Healthy Or Not?

If you pay attention to health and nutrition, there’s no doubt you’ve come across the food industry’s latest answer to a burger replacement. It’s the Impossible burger. It’s also known as the “beyond” burger. But should cows rejoice at the substitute for their meat? Not quite yet. This fast food experiment shows that we need […]

Potential Health Benefits Of Bitter Melon And Bitter Melon Extract – Should You Add It To Your Diet?

These are not the kind of melons you want to pick and eat straight from the vine, but this is exactly the kind of plant you want to incorporate into your diet. Although “bitter” doesn’t sound terribly appetizing, there is a myriad of health benefits. Health Benefits: Where Does Bitter Melon Come From? Bitter melon, […]

Different Types Of Super Mushrooms And Their Benefits

You put them in your salads. You sauté them and put them on burgers. Sometimes, as in the case of portobello mushrooms, they can even replace burgers. But many mushrooms aren’t just tasty — they’re also superfoods. For instance, do you know about Chaga mushroom benefits? You can already find them as ingredients in some […]

Casein A1 Vs Casein A2: Does Goat Cheese Have Casein?

If you’re a health and wellness fanatic, or are following a lectin-free diet, you’ve probably heard about casein. Several marketers promote casein as a proper protein for those looking to gain weight. And it can be found in several dairy products. However, there are two main types of casein, and one of them might be […]

What Goes With Brussels Sprouts And Different Ways To Cook Them

Brussels sprouts have come a long way since they were the bane of every kid’s dinner plate. They’ve experienced a renaissance in the past several years. You can now find them on menus at fine dining establishments across America. If you haven’t given brussels sprouts a chance since you were a kid, it may be […]

Type Of Chips To Make From Fall Produce Foods: Snack Idea Guide

Let’s face it, crunchy potato chips may be small, but they’re highly addictive and contain tons of unhealthy ingredients like trans fats, and sugar. Not to mention the high level of lectins found in potatoes. If you’re following a Gundry-approved eating plan, you know that potatoes and potato types of chips are not a healthy […]

What To Eat When You’re Starting A Lectin-free Diet

People are often surprised when they learn that some “healthy” foods can actually damage their body. That’s right, some studies are now showing that some fruits and vegetables are not as good for you as originally thought due to a naturally occurring protein called lectins.1 If you’re at your wit’s end with gut health or […]

A Comprehensive List of “Deadly” Nightshades

Nightshade vegetables are notoriously mysterious. And if you’re served anything from the nightshade vegetable list, you have good reason to be wary. Nightshade vegetables can be dangerous to your health. That’s why the term “nightshades” is so apropos. The label implies danger. Foods on the nightshades vegetable list might appear harmless, but some could cause […]

Fish Oil Versus Flaxseed Oil (Why Both are Beneficial!)

Flaxseed oil vs fish oil? You hear so much about omega-3 fatty acids, but where do you start if you want to add fish oil or flaxseed oil to your diet? Luckily, when it comes to the question of flaxseed oil vs fish oil there’s a fairly simple answer. You can ensure the proper intake […]