FOOD AS MEDICINE Fat bombs are a great tool in a keto diet to enhance fat burn while providing satiety and promoting successful outcomes with intermittent fastings. You’ll notice that none of our fat bomb recipes use non-caloric sweeteners and are instead subtly sweet from things like coconut, herbs and spices, citrus zest and extracts.…
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…
HALLOWEEN GELATIN JIGGLERS FOOD AS MEDICINE: These adorable gelatin jigglers are a great alternative to Halloween candy that can have some scary ingredients like high fructose corn syrup, partially hydrogenated oils and artificial colors. By using pasture-raised gelatin along with real fruit juice, these gummies are a therapeutic, gut-healing and antioxidant-packed treat that can be…
CRANBERRY SAUCE WITH ORANGE ZEST FOOD AS MEDICINE: Cranberries are well known for their effectiveness in treating urinary tract infections because they contain high levels of proanthocyadinins that inhibits bacteria from attaching to the bladder and urethra. Cranberries are also an excellent source of Vitamin C and are one of the top antioxidant rich foods.…
INFUSED WATER FOR HYDRATION FOOD AS MEDICINE: The human body is made up of more than 60% water and our muscles and brain are over 75%. Drinking half your body weight in fluid ounces daily is a sure way to keep on track for a healthy lifestyle! All too often our signals of thirst are…
STRESS BUSTING SMOOTHIE FOOD AS MEDICINE: This smoothie combines compounds that support adrenal health while providing balance in the brain. Rich in amino acids for and cofactors for healthy stress hormone production, this smoothie helps to reset the brain and prevent depletion of serotonin and dopamine. It also provides anti-inflammatory support and L-theonine to aid…
Eating foods grown locally is a great way to purchase affordable produce and ensure you are getting the most nutritionally dense items and although we think of abundance in summer or fall, in Houston Citrus and Greens are in full swing in the winter months. From Texas Ruby Red grapefruits and beyond, integrative dietitian and…
