FOOD AS MEDICINE When grilling or barbequing meat, using a marinade not only helps to tenderize and impart more flavor, it can also be protective against carcinogenic compounds that form at high temperatures. Using ample acid in a marinade such as vinegar or citrus helps to reduce the formation of heterocyclic amines (HCAs) and can…
FOOD AS MEDICINE Do you lettuce wrap?! A lettuce wrapped burger is a keto staple at home and on the go for a quick and satisfying meal that feels super indulgent while saving a ton of carbs! I made these Greek Lamb Burgers when doing my MRT Elimination Diet (no beef for 2 weeks!) and…
FOOD AS MEDICINE Salads don’t always have to mean lettuce (though we always advocate for 2-3 cups leafy greens daily) and they definitely don’t have to be boring! This marinated cucumber salad is a great way to switch things up while reaping the benefits of cucumbers. Cucumbers are incredibly hydrating which is especially important as…
Keto Crab Cakes FOOD AS MEDICINE Crab is a good source of calcium and phosphorus which are both needed for maintaining bone health in the aging process and prevention of osteoporosis. Crab meat is also a wealth of B vitamins which support energy and cognition as well as immune boosting minerals copper and selenium. It…
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…
OLIVE TAPENADE FOOD AS MEDICINE: Olives satisfy a craving for a salty snack while maintaining a low carb or ketogenic lifestyle. Olives and olive oil are bursting with phytonutrients and are a great source of Vitamin E as well as cancer-fighting antioxidants. Olives can help to lower blood pressure as well as cholesterol due to…
MEDITERRANEAN TUNA SALAD FOOD AS MEDICINE: Fatty fish like tuna and salmon are one of the best sources of omega 3 fatty acids. Omega 3 fatty acids are responsible for reducing inflammation in the body and preventing plaque build up in the arteries as well as promoting healthy cognitive function and skin health. Due to…
TRUFFLED EGG SALAD FOOD AS MEDICINE: Eggs are a nutritionally dense food, providing about 7 grams of protein each, as well as choline for brain development and omega-3’s for heart health. Eggs are also high in sulfur, which supports detoxification as well as cysteine and Vitamin D. Choose pasture raised eggs and always eat the…
WILD SALMON DIP FOOD AS MEDICINE: Salmon is one of the best sources of cardioprotective Omega 3 essential fatty acids. Omega 3 fatty acids are responsible for reducing inflammation in the body and preventing plaque build up in the arteries as well as promoting healthy cognitive function and skin health. We also love the Omega…
