Why FODMAPs is NOT the solution to your gut problems
The FODMAPS diet purposefully eliminates the consumption of certain fruits, grains, legumes and vegetables high in the kinds of carbohydrates…
Has Your Barrel Runneth Over?
Are you in the midst of seasonal allergies? Do you react to many foods? Do you feel like you’re allergic…
How to Get the Most from Omega-3 Oils
While omega-3 oils (a.k.a. alpha linolenic acid) have been touted to have many health benefits, they may be doing you…
Help for Many Common Health Afflictions
Question: What common mineral deficiency do North Americans have that if corrected, could result in major profit losses for the…
How to Avoid Food Poisoning
In the summer, we take our chances with eating outdoors because it’s fun! However, the heat of summer supports the…
Why Pre-biotics Without Pro-biotics are Bad for Your Health
The other day I saw a large sign outside a ‘frozen yogurt’ establishment advertising that their product was a “great…
Is Your Granola Bar a Glorified Candy Bar?
If there is a ‘healthy’ granola bar that is commercially available, then I haven’t seen it. Sure, there is a…
“Essential Fatty Acid” vs. “Essential Oil”: What’s the Difference?
An essential fatty acid (EFA) is an oil required for human health. This means the body needs it but cannot…
5 Things to Do if You’re Always Tired
Are you falling asleep at your desk? Can’t get through the afternoon without the boost caffeine and carbohydrates can temporarily…
The Yeast Beast and its Toxins: Are They Affecting Your Health?
All living things produce wastes, be it solids, liquids or gases as a by-product of life processes. Did you know…