Burrito bowls are easy to make when you’re short on time and want a healthy, light, yet satisfying meal. And, you have control over the fattening ingredients (so you can eat more!). Beans and rice are a great source of B vitamins and make a complete plant-based protein. Ingredients: 1 can black beans, refried black beans, or cooked […]
You Are What You Eat
The Case for Moderation
“Moderation is the center wherein all philosophies, both human and divine, meet.” –Benjamin Disraeli In this article, we’re making the case for moderation in diet and exercise. Fads come and go and come back again. Our motto is “Live to do it another day.” Over the years we have tried a lot of different diets but we […]
Easy Homemade Pizza
Homemade pizza is an easy answer when you want to whip something up easy. There are gluten-free flours if you want to make it completely from scratch, or wheat and gluten free ready-made pre-mixed flours, or what we usually do, get pizza dough in the freezer section of your grocery store. The preferred but elusive option is to […]
How Cytochrome P450 Protects Your Liver’s Health
Cytochrome P450 is the name of the liver enzyme system that keeps your body processes humming along in a healthful way. Have you ever wondered how an “extra strength” over-the-counter medication works on all adults equally? The liver takes in raw materials and produces all sorts of products we need to live. It is also […]
Functions of the Liver
The functions of the liver are many. You could say the liver is a multi-tasker: it produces, purifies, and converts many substances essential to life. It plays a role in the digestion, hematology (blood), immune and inflammatory response, and endocrine systems. 1) The liver’s digestive function is simple: it manufactures bile, which is stored in […]