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What is ORAC?

The ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) unit, ORAC value, or “ORAC score” is a method of measuring the antioxidant capacity of different foods and supplements. It was developed by scientists at the National Institutes of Health. While the exact relationship … Continue reading

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Plant Based Protein Sources

Food/ Serving Size/ Amount of Protein 1. Almond butter/ 2 Tbsp/ 5 grams 2. Almonds/  ½ cup/ 19 grams 3. Artichoke/ 1 medium/ 4 grams 4. Asparagus/ 1 cup/ 5 grams 5. Avocado/  1 fruit/ 10 grams 6. Beet greens/ … Continue reading

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The Power of the Pen ~ An interview on how Journaling can support healing

We are everything we Eat, Drink and Think. We are also energy, always moving and changing. There is a place where these two concepts intersect that is hopefully called “health and wellness.”  Unfortunately, too many times this is not the … Continue reading

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Mind-Body Connection

Have you ever heard the expression “You ARE what you EAT? Not only is there much truth in that statement, as we know from what we’ve learned through the Nutrition Transition© system, there is truth in its “twin” statement as well… … Continue reading

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Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen

Ever wonder which fruits and veggies to buy organic and which ones you can “afford” to purchase conventional? Have we found the tool for YOU! This is the Environmental Working Group’s “Dirty Dozen” and “Clean Fifteen”. You can use this list to … Continue reading

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Shocking Dangers of Microwaves

Today you will find a microwave in just about every American home, yet over the years the dangers and hazards of these electronics have been well documented. You can even test the dangers of your microwave yourself by using microwave … Continue reading

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