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The Paleo Diet
The Paleo Diet: There is a very popular diet we have been hearing about for some time called the Paleo Diet. If you are like me, you probably have several questions. First of all, What is the Paleo Diet? The paleolithic diet (or paleo diet for short) is often referred... more
Read moreThe Health Benefits of Kale
Whether you love kale (yet) or not, the health benefits of kale will have you singing it's praises and putting it on the table regularly. Let's have a close look at kale in all it's facets: kale description and history, the benefits of kale, growing kale, how to cook kale... more
Read moreArsenic in Rice
Is there really arsenic in rice? It turns out that the answer is "Yes, there is" - and sometimes in amounts that can compromise our health. more
Read moreThe Cancer Fighting Diet Book
We have many questions about cancer and diet: Is an anti cancer diet possible? Do traditional diets protect against cancer? How is nutrition more than just food intake? Can food really make you sick or help to make you well if you are already sick? Dr. Johannes F. Coy answers... more
Read moreHow to Make Bean Sprouts
Learning how to make bean sprouts is something I have wanted to do for a long while. Sprouts are a staple of Chinese cooking of course and I love them in a stir-fry. They are also wonderful salad and sandwich toppers. Grain and bean sprouts are also extremely healthy for us. Sprouting... more
Read moreThe Complete Thyroid Health and Diet Guide
The Complete Thyroid Health and Diet Guide: Understanding and Managing Thyroid Disease, by naturopath Doctor Nikolas Hedberg, is a fabulous book if you have ANY questions about thyroid disease. more
Read moreThe Essential Guide to Women’s Herbal Medicines
This wonderful guide was written by naturopath Dr. Cyndi Gilbert. Botanical medicine is one of the main therapies employed by naturopathic doctors. Men and women alike are now turning to natural remedies for both treating and preventing health problems. It is becoming more and more accepted and understood that our... more
Read moreGluten Free Slow Cooker Recipes from The Healthy Slow Cooker
Judith Finlayson's new cookbook is simply fabulous. It's perfect for those who need gluten free recipes, but I don't and I still love it. Many of us want to include less wheat in our diets and these easy slow cooker recipes are a real help. more
Read moreBenefits of Dill and Dill Recipes
Dill is more than just a tasty herb that makes pickles taste great. It's a very healthy herb too. Learning more about the health benefits of herbs will make want to you find more ways to include it in your diet. We'll show you how to use it too. more
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