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The 10 Best (and Worst) Components of a Healthy Salad

Components Healthy Salad

A salad is a great way to enjoy a meal, ensuring that you get the necessary vegetables and vitamins you need to keep your body healthy. When you think of a salad, we are certain you can name several of your favorite types that you indulge in when you want a less taxing meal. What […]

7 Reasons That MCT Oil is so Important for a Vegan Diet

MCT Oil Important

If you are seeking a healthier lifestyle through veganism, you might be surprised to know there is more to it than just nixing your intake of animal products. Veganism is a major lifestyle adjustment that requires careful monitoring of specific nutrients that you would forfeit by sacrificing other dietary options. One dietary product that is […]

Healthy Fats vs. Toxic Fats: Avoiding an Unhealthy Diet

Healthy vs Toxic Fats

Here in the United States of America, one of the most significant health issues we face is caused by poor dietary habits. We live in a country where the most easily accessible food sources, both financially and geographically, are fast-food restaurants. This, unfortunately, leads to diets that are quite dangerous for the average American. Fortunately, […]

Which Mushrooms Are Best for Boosting Your Immune System?

Benefits of Mushrooms for The Immune System

The immune system is a critical part of our bodies. It fights off the trillions of microorganisms we encounter every day, preventing them from hurting us or making us sick. It fights off bacteria, viruses, and fungi that would love to take root and use our bodies as food, fuel, or a home. If your […]

How to Curb Sugar Cravings Naturally

By Dr Isaac Jones:  Are you ‘high’ right now as you read this article? Think twice before you deny it. Tell me what you’ve had in the last couple of hours…a caramel frappuccino or a creamy donut or a chocolate candy bar or an icy soda? In the “health world” it may be less obvious. […]

7 Ways Magnesium Improves Brain Health

7 Ways Magnesium Improves Brain Health Magnesium is present in all cells of the body and is involved in over 300 enzymatic processes, including energy production.  Magnesium is essential for maintaining normal bone density, normal cardiac rhythmicity, normal pulmonaryfunction, and normal blood glucose regulation.  Magnesium is one of the most common world-wide deficiencies and it […]

10 Tips to Make this Holiday Healthy and Happy

If you’re like most people the holidays are an epic rollercoaster of emotions. We all love the uplifting soothing aspect of having your family at your side, while simultaneously stressing about family ordeals you know you are about to confront. Arguably this could be the BEST and WORST time of the year for most families. […]

THE GREATEST SHIFT IN HEALTH FOR THE NEXT DECADE

  SIMPLY EAT REAL FOODS  Renowned Wellness Expert, Doctor, Author, Speaker, Radio Show Host, Coach and Founder of Ortho Integrative Cooperative Sounds the Battle Cry For “America’s Simplest Health Revolution”   Most people know about the story of the “unsinkable ship,” the Titanic, through American history and the Hollywood blockbuster movie. Considered the most luxurious […]

Gluten Sensitivity and Your Brain

Gluten_Induced_Disease_Chart

Gluten is the common protein molecule found in wheat, barley, rye, kamut and spelt.  Gluten is a sticky storage protein that binds to the small intestinal wall where it often causes digestive and immune system disorders.  Gluten sensitivity is an epidemic that is a major factor in inflammatory disorders of the gut, immune system, skin […]

Spicy Pumpkin Curry

We tried this recipe with dried, grated, unsweetened coconut (available in health food stores), and it was delicious. Do not use sweetened shredded or flaked coconut.