Category Archives: Nutrition

Immunity: Mild Obesity and COVID

Posted on September 14, 2020 by

I did a newsletter at the beginning of this whole COVID outbreak (which seems like a lifetime ago by the way) and explained how obesity is a serious risk factor in this virus. Most of that research classified “severe obesity” … Continue reading →

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Nutrition: Do Whole Grains Confuse You?

Posted on September 7, 2020 by

I may be preaching to the choir here but I’m going to jump in anyway because I can’t tell you how many people I talk to really are confused as to what whole grains really are. We have been instructed … Continue reading →

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Weight Loss: Would You Eat This to Lose Weight?

Posted on August 31, 2020 by

I come across quite a few weird things people try eating to help with weight loss. I must admit this was one of the stranger ones to me and while I’m certainly not recommending it at this point, I share … Continue reading →

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Nutrition and Heart Health: The Real Nutritional Villain

Posted on August 24, 2020 by

Conventional wisdom says that red meat and saturated fat are the primary drivers of heart disease. So in order to avoid that, many people have chosen to eat chicken which is thought to be more lean. Problem is that the … Continue reading →

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Digestion: Could Antacids Put You at Risk

Posted on August 17, 2020 by

There is something that many people take on a daily basis that could be putting them at increased risk for COVID-19 and other viruses as well as liver and kidney damage, pneumonia, C. difficile, muscle wasting and other serious conditions. … Continue reading →

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Health: Symptoms, Source, Solution

Posted on August 10, 2020 by

I felt led to continue on from last week’s post about my walking buddy and how she acted as a nutritional detective to figure out what was causing her distressing symptoms. Pastor Robert Jeffers made this statement about spiritual issues … Continue reading →

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Nutrition: Become a Detective

Posted on August 3, 2020 by

I’ve been watching a new show this summer called Genetic Detective. It follows investigative genetic genealogist, CeCe Moore, as she uses her unique research skills to transform the face of crime solving. By working with police departments and crime scene … Continue reading →

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Nutrition: Water Quality and Tea

Posted on July 13, 2020 by

I am a tea lover and green tea has long been a favorite both just because I like it and for its numerous health benefits. But I learned something about a simple way to amplify those health benefits. Rather than … Continue reading →

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Weight Loss: Cravings and Sleep Deprivation

Posted on July 6, 2020 by

If you have found yourself craving sweets and processed foods after a bad night’s sleep, this research explains why that seems to happen and almost be beyond your ability to control.  Your sense of smell is heightened after a bad … Continue reading →

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Dental Health and Cavities: What’s Diet Got to do With It

Posted on June 29, 2020 by

I guess we all know eating lots of sugary treats, candy and soda causes tooth decay. That’s kind of a no-brainer. But this deeper dive into the specifics of diet and how it impacts dental health and cavities in particular … Continue reading →

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