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Recipe: Avocado Pesto Zucchini Noodles

6/30/2024

Summer zucchini noodle recipe

Well, we're officially in the heart of summer now - and it's a hot one! From the West Coast to the East, we've had record-breaking temps for weeks already - including here in Ohio...

And who wants to slave over a hot stove when it's 90+ degrees outside?

This time of year, I always look for really quick and/or cold meals that don't require heating up the house. I found this recipe recently, and it sounds perfect for a hot summer lunch or dinner! Plus, if you're anything like me, you're always looking for ways to use up the bounty of summer veggies...

This dish uses fresh zucchini (and/or cucumbers) and basil, and it looks easy and refreshing. (I haven't made this just yet myself, as our zucchini and cucumbers aren't ready quite yet, but I plan to make it as soon as I've got extras!)

This recipe is also raw, vegan, gluten-free, and Paleo (if you're strict Paleo, you can omit the miso and add an extra TB of olive oil). Check it out below - I hope you like it!

What Is Functional Medicine?

6/23/2024

Functional medicine

Welcome back! We enjoyed a lovely long weekend visiting our friend in Tennessee last weekend, including lots of lake time, boating, and swimming, which made the hot weather more bearable. We returned home to an Ohio heatwave, accompanied by a bumper crop of peas and raspberries and basil. It's shaping up to be a bountiful garden year - as long as I can keep everything watered!

Anyway, I realized the other day that although I frequently share information here from a Functional Medicine perspective, I've actually never discussed what it actually is - at least not in depth. Today, we'll dive into the benefits, treatments, and methods of the Functional Medicine approach. Check it out below to learn how this healing modality can complement your health journey.

[Podcast] How to Fix Your Busted Metabolism: A Deep Dive into Functional Medicine and Metabolic Health

6/9/2024

Metabolic health podcast

One of the reasons I became so interested in Functional Medicine is that it is, as Dr. Mark Hyman says, "the medicine of asking why". Rather than simply evaluating a symptom and throwing some pills at it, Functional Medicine takes a curious approach and seeks to find out WHY you're having the symptom, so that it can be addressed at the root level.

This is one thing that I've found so frustrating in my own health journey, as I've started taking steps to begin addressing my chronic acid reflux. The conventional doctors I have met with so far seem to want nothing to do with the problem other than try to prescribe me prescription-strength antacids. (Which is obviously just a band-aid approach.)

Anyway, I'll stay off my soapbox for now, but I'll give you an update on my own health story - and the issues I've had with conventional medicine - later this summer. For now, I'll just say that I'm no longer content to just take the drugs, and soon, I plan to talk to someone who will actually start helping me look for the "why."

If you're dealing with your own chronic health problems that just won’t go away, it might be time to look beyond conventional medicine and dive into the world of Functional Medicine. In the latest episode of The Doctor's Farmacy podcast, Dr. Mark Hyman sits down with Dr. Casey Means to unravel the complexities of metabolic health and how it interconnects with our broader societal issues. This episode emphasizes the importance of looking beyond the status quo to reimagine health in a more holistic and effective way. Check it out below!

FREE Gut-Healthy Meal Plan + Recipes Ebook

6/2/2024

Gut-healthy recipes

Welcome to June - one of my favorite months of the year! :-)

I have a feeling it will be an extra-awesome June this year, as it is already starting out beautiful - more fireflies than I've ever seen this time of year, beautiful sunshine, cool breezes, fragrant flowers, ripe berries... Plus, our summer trip to Tennessee is coming up already later this month, which is always a special treat!

Anyway, in honor of this special month, as well as a topic that's near and dear to my heart (gut health), I'm sharing a great recipe book and meal plan with you as your monthly freebie this week.

This 4-week meal plan shares healthy, wholesome, and delicious recipes that are designed to support and improve your gut health - along with all the other benefits of a healthy gut. Take the guesswork out of what to eat for a healthy microbiome with this simple guide. Grab your FREE meal plan and recipe book here - or click to learn more below.

Recipe: Easy Keto Sheet Pan Eggs

5/26/2024

Easy sheet pan eggs recipe

Breakfast in the summertime can sometimes feel rushed, and with all the summer activities going on, who has the time to slave over a hot stove making pancakes or French toast in the morning?

This super easy sheet pan eggs recipe is just the ticket to an easy, healthy breakfast or brunch packed with protein and healthy veggies to fuel your day. To save time on busy weekday mornings, make up a pan of this on the weekend, and you'll have a quick breakfast-to-go during the week.

This recipe is Keto and Paleo, and Whole30 as well if you omit the cheese. If you're not trying to follow one of these diets, you can also put a slice between 2 pieces of bread and turn it into a killer breakfast sandwich!

It's also a great way to feed a crowd fast, so it's great for guests, holidays, or just using up excess eggs if you have a lot this time of year like we do! Feel free to substitute other veggies of your choice - just be aware that if you're using "watery" vegetables like mushrooms, zucchini, tomatoes, etc., you will want to pre-cook them in a skillet first to cook off some of the moisture before adding them to the sheet pan.

How to Live to 100: 7 Healthy Habits of Centenarians

5/19/2024

Healthy habits of centenarians

I'm back today with a topic that has been on my mind lately as I draw ever closer to 50...

I'm talking about the subject of longevity.

When we're in our 20's, we feel like we'll live forever - even though we know it's not true! In our 30's, we may start to pay more attention to our health, but our "golden years" still seem so far away.

Once we hit 40, we begin to realize that we're already halfway through our lives (at least for most of us), and by 50, the reality of old age becomes more apparent - and more present - in our lives.

Wounds and injuries take longer to heal, we don't see or hear as well as we used to, and when we look in the mirror, sometimes we are startled to see that we no longer look like that innocent 20-something anymore... (Or is that just me??)

While growing older is inevitable, there are plenty of things that we can do to prolong a youthful state of health - both mentally and physically. This week, I'm sharing 7 tips for staying younger for longer. These healthy habits can be observed in all cultures where longevity is more prevalent than it is in most of the Western world.

The highest percentages of centenarians are found in a few specific pockets throughout the world, and researchers have been studying these so-called "Blue Zones" for the past few decades to find out their "secrets" to a long life. As you will see below, it turns out, they aren't all that "secret" after all...

Super Soil for Super Food: Free E-Guide

5/12/2024

Healthy soil guide

Welcome back! I apologize that I wasn't able to get your monthly freebie posted last week, but I'm back today with a helpful little guide to celebrate the start of the summer garden season. :-)

Healthy food starts with healthy plants which start with healthy soil, so believe it or not, soil health might be where true health all begins!

You've probably never thought much about the health of the soil - unless you're an organic gardener - so this might seem a little strange to you, but when you think about where all of our food ultimately comes from (yes, even meat), then it just makes sense. How can you grow healthy crops - either to feed people or animals - if the soil is depleted, neglected, or lacking in essential nutrients?

If you grow your own food, soil health is probably something you pay a little more attention to, but even if you're an experienced gardener, there is still so much to learn about the world beneath our feet and how it supports life!

That's why I'm excited to share a brand new guide with you from the folks over at Grow Your Own Vegetables, who brought you the Superfood Garden Summit. This year's Summit is happening this week, so be sure to check it out, but even if you can't make it this time, make sure you grab your free soil guide below ASAP to help you grow healthier, more nutritious food in your own garden all year long!

Recipe: Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Jammy Eggs

4/28/2024

Roasted Brussels sprouts & eggs recipe

I know Brussels sprouts are traditionally considered a winter vegetable, but I love them any time of year! (I wish we could grow our own, but unfortunately, they don't seem to grow well here - at least in my experience...)

This delicious dish makes a fabulous breakfast, lunch, or simple supper - and it's a great way to enjoy farm-fresh eggs if you have an abundance like we do these days.

Pasture-raised eggs are packed with healthy fats, protein, and vitamins, and as members of the cabbage family, Brussels sprouts have some pretty impressive health chops as well. Some studies have found that eating plenty of of Brussels sprouts and other cruciferous vegetables may help protect against certain cancers, as well as combat high blood pressure, heart disease, and diabetes. Add the immune-boosting powers of garlic, along with the digestive aid, fennel seed, and you have a nutrient-packed meal that will nourish your body from head-to-toe!

I could eat this dish as an entire meal, and it's ready in a jiffy, so it's perfect for a busy weekday supper, or a weekend breakfast. It's garlicky, flavorful, and so satisfying! And, if you don't want to heat up the oven, you could also roast the Brussels in an air fryer.

Try out the recipe below - and let me know how you like it!

[Podcast] What Women Should Know About Fasting & Health

4/21/2024

Fasting for women

Although fasting has been practiced for centuries (often for religious or medical reasons), this practice has gained new popularity in recent years among health circles for its health and weight loss benefits.

However, a recent study claiming that fasting may actually harm cardiovascular health flies in the face of previous research, and has been gaining media attention.

Keep in mind that this was a limited study, and few long-term studies have actually been done on the subject of fasting. However, there are some caveats to keep in mind when deciding whether or not fasting is right for you.

For one thing, as is the case with most medical topics and studies, little attention is paid to the differences between men and women. Contrary to popular belief, women cannot follow the same health and fitness protocols as men and expect to see the same results.

Unlike men, women in their reproductive years have specific hormonal considerations, and their rise and fall throughout the month impact everything from energy to focus, mood, metabolism, and the ability to adapt to good-for-you stressors like exercise or fasting.

This interesting podcast episode addresses the benefits of fasting, but also dives deeper into how women, in particular, can develop fasting routines that align with their hormonal needs. Check it out below!

Free Pre-Tox Protocol Guide

4/7/2024

Free Pretox protocol guide

April showers sure better bring May flowers this year, as we're having the wettest spring I can remember! With major flooding throughout most of last week, we were lucky not to have many of the basement issues that others experienced, and thankfully, the waters seem to be subsiding this week...

I'm busy as can be getting the spring garden planned out and things in order for planting, but since we're at the start of a new month, it's time for your April freebie!

This month, I'm sharing a helpful guide for those of you who may have had issues with "detox" programs in the past. Part of the reason detoxing can be so unpleasant is that your body is releasing some of those toxins it has been carrying for a long time, which means it may react to the toxins in new and different ways.

This guide promises to help relieve some of those symptoms by preparing your body in a gentle way for the detoxification process. Before you try any detox, do these steps first. Learn more below, or go ahead and grab your copy of the free guide here now.

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