BERRY ZESTY BOOST BITES FOOD AS MEDICINE Cashews, macadamia nuts, brazil nuts and pecans are a great source of healthy fats paired with protein and a moderate dose of carbs. Nuts are correlated with increased life expectancy and this may be due to their content of monounsaturated fats which improve vessel health and arginine which…
KETO GRANOLA FOOD AS MEDICINE Nuts and seeds are supported in research to lower risk of cardiovascular disease, inflammation and overall mortality or death. In one study, individuals consumed 1.5 ounces of nuts saw an 8.3% reduction in risk of death from coronary heart disease (Loma Linda University, 2012). The walnuts and chia seeds in this…
MACA CACAO FAT BOMBS FOOD AS MEDICINE Maca is a Peruvian root consumed in a ground form that can be added to smoothies, shakes, desserts and more. It works to stimulate the pituitary gland which in turn stimulates human growth hormone, oxytocin, and progesterone production as well as thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH). Maca is known…
ROASTED ALMONDS WITH NORI AND SESAME FOOD AS MEDICINE Sea vegetables have 10-20x the minerals as land vegetables due to the mineral deficiency in our soils. Rich in iodine, a trace mineral many are deficient in, sea vegetables aid in tonifying the thyroid gland which can help with weight loss and optimizing metabolic function. Sea…
WINGS TWO WAYS FOOD AS MEDICINE Staying low carb during parties and social gatherings can sometimes feel difficult, but we promise with a little planning and navigating it can be fun! The Standard American Diet (SAD) is predominately made up of carbohydrates and devoid of healthy fats, nourishing proteins and disease fighting non starchy veggies. A…
GAME DAY GUACAMOLE FOOD AS MEDICINE Avocados contribute B vitamins and fatty acids that aid to manage stress response and reduce excess cortisol stress hormone! Avocados are also higher in potassium than bananas and offer a great source of vitamin E, K, B6, and folate. They have a healthy fatty acid profile that has demonstrated…
IMMUNE SUPPORTING ELDERBERRY GUMMIES FOOD AS MEDICINE Elderberry based medications are thought to date back to Ancient Egypt and this potent plant was described by Hippocrates as a “medicine chest” because of the wide range of conditions it seemed to benefit. Elderberry is one of the top antiviral herbs on the planet and can aid…
PROSCIUTTO CHIPS FOOD AS MEDICINE Pasture-raised pork is an excellent source of B vitamins and is high in anti-inflammatory, heart healthy and cancer-fighting omega 3 fatty acids as well as CLAs. Pork is also an excellent source of the amino acid tryptophan, which we usually associate with our Thanksgiving turkey, which the body uses as…
EGGPLANT DIP WITH POMEGRANATE FOOD AS MEDICINE Eggplant, the star of this dip, is rich in the anthocyanins, particularly one phytonutrient called nasunin, which has been show to protect cell membranes from free radical damage. It is also high in chlorogenic acid, which is one of the most potent free radical scavengers found in plants…
