Green Foods and the Heart: Nourishing the LOVE System of Health
In my 7 Systems of Health, the color green is associated with the LOVE System of Health and represents the combination of heart and lungs, or the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, respectively. Read more…
Ginger
Ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe) is a knobby root native to Southeast Asia, and it has a spicy, earthy taste. Read more…
The Pros and Cons of Different Types of Fasting
Fasting has been linked to a range of benefits in studies. Is this all hype, or is there merit to the claims? And are there different benefits to the different types of fasting? Let’s see what the evidence has to say. Read more…
Black Pepper
Black pepper (Piper nigrum), a widely used spice, is referred to as the “King of spices.” Read more…
Nutrition and Lifestyle Strategies for Toxic Metals
Toxic metals are ubiquitous in urban and industrial environments. Read more…
A Plant-Based Diet to Protect the Skin from the Sun
Physical or chemical barriers can help protect against sun damage, but they are not the only tools you can have in your arsenal. The foods you consume may provide additional protections, especially if you choose some of the foods that act as internal sunscreens that mitigate the damage from the UV rays. Read more…
Biophotons
Biophotonics is the study of how light interacts with living materials, including how light impacts disease, aging, food quality, and more. Read more…
7 Toxins to Look Out For in Personal Care Products
Many consumers don’t think twice about what they put on their skin, hair, and nails. Does it really matter how many chemicals are in these products? Read more…
Turmeric
Turmeric is the rhizome of a tall and leafy herb used as a medicinal and culinary spice. Read more…
What to Eat to Fuel a Healthy Mitochondria
Mitochondria may just be one of the most important components of your cells. Dysfunction may also contribute to chronic disease aging. Read more…