THE HPA-AXIS: MANAGING STRESS AND ADRENAL FATIGUE Did you know the HPA-axis (Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal), also known as “fight-or-flight,” plays a dynamic role in bodily function? When appropriately activated, this stress response can aid in survival. When over-activated, it can lead to destructive imbalance. The HPA-axis regulates your body’s health from body temperature to satiety, fluid retention,…
KALE APHRODISIAC SALAD RECIPE FOOD AS MEDICINE: This Kale Aphrodisiac Salad recipe is sure to please! Researchers have identified over 45 different flavonoids in kale; kaempferol and quercetin top the list. These flavonoids combine both antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer benefits in a way that gives kale a leading dietary role. Kale can provide great benefit…
PEACH AND GOAT CHEESE TART RECIPE FOOD AS MEDICINE: Stone fruits like peaches, plums and nectarines have been shown to ward off obesity-related diseases such as diabetes, metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease. They also have bioactive and phenolic compounds including quercetin and anthocyanins with anti-obesity and anti-inflammatory properties and their soluble fiber helps to reduce…
STEVIA: HEALTHY OR HAZARDOUS? Should you use Stevia? Stevia is a “natural” non-caloric sweetener that is derived from a green leaf, stevia rebaudiana, comprised of both sweet and bitter plant compounds. Rebaudioside A or “Reb A” is an isolate of the sweet compounds in the leaf that has a negligible calorie content. This isolation from…
STONE FRUIT CRISP FOOD AS MEDICINE: Make the most out of summer fruit with this stone fruit crisp. Eating locally and in season ensures that our food is at both peak ripeness and peak nutrition when we eat it. Stone fruits such as peaches, nectarines and plums make their debut for just a few short…
GREEK YOGURT POPSICLES RECIPE FOOD AS MEDICINE: These Greek Yogurt popsicles satisfy a sweet tooth with very little added sugar and provide beneficial probiotics and protein to boot. Over 80% of our immune system is regulated by the gut, so incorporating probiotic food sources into your daily plan is a great way to ensure the…
COCONUT MACAROONS RECIPE FOOD AS MEDICINE: These coconut macaroons rely on honey instead of sugar and coconut milk instead of condensed milk for a sweet treat that is rich in fiber and low in carbohydrates. Coconut contains medium-chain fatty acids (MCTs), which are easily absorbed and work to tonify the adrenal glands, aid in sleep…
MATCHA CHIA PARFAIT RECIPE FOOD AS MEDICINE: This parfait is a great breakfast that can lower cholesterol and promote heart health with anthocyanins in the blueberries and other compounds to support healthy blood vessel function. The fiber, fat and protein aid to and promote stabilized blood sugar levels while the balance of natural sweet from…
BLUEBERRY PUMPKIN SEED OAT BARS FOOD AS MEDICINE: This recipe satisfies your sweet tooth while keeping your blood sugar levels on track! The soluble fiber in the rolled oats works to slow the breakdown of carbohydrates into sugar while lowering cholesterol levels. Almond butter serves as a healthy fat and protein source to sustain energy…
