There's a New Nutrition Fact Label in Town
Earlier this year, the FDA finalized a new look for the nutrition fact label. There's more emphasis on important areas of concentration for consumers. Listen in this week as Dee talks about the new...
View ArticleWhere has the Grade B Maple Syrup Gone?
Some people have mistakenly believed that Grade B maple syrup was less processed and more nutritious than other grades, but that was just a myth. Listen in this week as Dee talks about why grade B is...
View ArticleWhat is the Human Microbiome?
The human body is home to more than 1 trillion microbes that are responsible for the health of your digestion, immune system and more. Listen in this week as Dee explains why this microbiome of...
View ArticleHow Probiotics can Stop Your Sugar Cravings and Help Manage Blood Sugar
The beneficial bacteria that live within your gut, called probiotics, can help you maintain optimal insulin and blood sugar levels. Listen in this week as Dee talks about a new study showing promise...
View ArticleHow to Benefit from Palm Oil and NOT Destroy the Rainforests
It is a widely known fact that the production of palm oil on big corporate plantations in Southeast Asia is destroying rainforests and the natural habitats of orangutans. Fortunately, this is not the...
View ArticlePolydextrose--Fiber or Fibber?
In 1965, research chemist Dr. Hans Rennhard created a carbohydrate compound called polydextrose, which has been used to increase the fiber content and replace sugar in foods since the 1980's....
View ArticleHomemade Vanilla Salt for the Holidays and Beyond
Good quality salt adds essential minerals to our bodies and accentuates the flavors of our foods, from savory potatoes and soups to sweet baked goods. Vanilla salt goes one step further to add the...
View ArticleTransitioning to Organic Farming Just Got Easier
A new concept called "certified transitional farming" is helping to create a market for produce grown on farms that are transitioning to organic standards. Listen in this week as Dee explains how...
View ArticleYikes! There's More Sugar than Iodine in Our Salt!
FDA regulations require food manufacturers to list the ingredient that weighs the most first, and the ingredient that weighs the least last. On the ingredient list of Iodized salt, dextrose is listed...
View ArticleIs "Souping" the new Juicing?
Are you looking for a great way to cleanse and nourish your body after a season of holiday indulgences? Juicing may have it merits, but eating soups is a warmer, more satisfying way to build a better...
View ArticleExtra Virgin Avocado Oil - Healthy or Not?
The high oil content of avocado is what makes the fruit so healthy--but is extracting its oil the best way to eat it? Listen in this week as Dee explains how avocado oil is made and how it...
View ArticleBring on the Brazil Nuts!
Brazil nuts are a little-known superfood, packed with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and heart-healthy fat. Listen in this week as Dee talks about the many benefits your body can reap from a...
View ArticleWhat is Collagen?
Derived from the Greek word "kolla," which means "glue", collagen is the most abundant protein in the body and makes up all our connective tissues--skin, nails, hair, ligaments, bones, cartilage, and...
View ArticleBone Up on Bone Broth!
When prepared the traditional way, broth made by simmering the bones of chicken, beef, lamb or fish, known as “bone broth” is like a superfood. Listen in this week as Dee talks about how a simple...
View ArticleGelatin Explained
Why are there two types of gelatin, and how to you eat them? Listen in this week as Dee explains the differences and benefits of the two types of gelatin.Link to Dee's Recommended Gelatins
View ArticleFat Burning Qualities of Grapefruit
Grapefruit has many health benefits, especially fat burning and immune system boosting. Listen in this week as Dee talks about the many benefits your body can reap from eating or juicing...
View ArticleWhy Sourdough Bread is So Amazingly Healthy
Sourdough bread is believed to have originated in ancient Egypt around 1,500 BC and today is still a favorite form of bread. Listen in this week as Dee tells you why sourdough bread is the best type...
View ArticleMeet Omega-3's Younger Cousin: Omega-7
The benefits of omega-3 fatty acids are widely known, but have you heard of their younger cousin, Omega-7? This new kid on the block shows some very impressive benefits for weight loss, heart disease,...
View ArticleWhat Exactly IS Kosher Salt?
If salt is labeled "kosher" does that mean it's healthier than table salt and rabbi approved? What role does it play in a processed-free eating style? Listen in this week as Dee·gives you the lowdown...
View ArticleTechnology Supporting Your Health!
Dee talks about the apps that are out there that support your health, and an exciting Indiegogo Project that Dee is working on right now:Link to Dee's Indiegogo Project
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