I love making this soup on a cold, fall day when the leaves are changing colors. It smells delicious and is packed with healing nutrients. I often whip up a double batch and freeze the other half for a rainy day.

This dish is DELICIOUS and easy to make! Double the recipe and you can reserve half of the food for a hassle-free "frozen dinner" option. Simply store it in the freezer and easily reheat it in the oven for those hectic days when you're pressed for time or feeling overwhelmed.

Picture this: deep in your gastrointestinal tract, there is a bustling metropolis of microscopic life. Bacteria, archaea, and fungi, all going about their business. We have known for a while that these tiny tenants help with digestion and support our immune system. They also make neurotransmitters, like serotonin. But scientists have discovered something truly mind-blowing - these microbes are miniature vitamin factories. If we nourish them, could they produce more vitamins and replace supplements?

Every birthday, Christmas, and Father’s day, my kids and I make these cookies for my husband and he NEVER tires of them! Even though they are grain-free, they are delicious! My friends say they taste “just like regular cookies.” Score!

Is your favorite dark chocolate bar harboring a hidden health risk? A new study published on July 31 in Frontiers in Nutrition suggests that some popular dark chocolate products may contain concerning levels of heavy metals, particularly lead and cadmium.

The study, conducted by researchers from the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences and ConsumerLab.com, analyzed 72 dark chocolate and cocoa products sold in the United States from 2014 to 2022. Their findings shed light on a potential health concern that has been bubbling beneath the surface of the chocolate industry for years.

Modern diets heavily favor omega-6 fatty acids, potentially leading to issues such as cardiovascular disease and rheumatoid arthritis. Achieving a healthier balance is essential, but how should we approach this balancing act—by eating more omega-3s or reducing omega-6s?

The path to optimal health might not be about popping more pills, but instead about revolutionizing your plate in a way that would make our ancient ancestors proud.

Fish oil studies reveal a rift in the science around the pros and cons of omega-3 fatty acids, raising questions about how much a person should take—if any.

A recent study published in BMJ Medicine suggests that ingesting these oily little pills may contribute to atrial fibrillation and stroke.

However, an analysis of the collective research suggests that the seeming contradiction in the science is more likely reflecting the fact that people are different and what may harm some may help others.

Imagine starting your day with a bowl of cereal that could be silently affecting your family’s health. Recent studies show that chlormequat, a pesticide linked to reproductive issues, has been found in popular breakfast cereals such as Quaker Oats and Cheerios.

As this substance infiltrates the U.S. food supply, the potential risks to our health and future generations loom large, raising urgent questions about the safety of our everyday food choices.

As spring gardening approaches, a new contender has entered the fray—the genetically modified (GM) purple tomato. Unlike its GM predecessors, the GM purple tomato is not destined solely for the fields of commercial agriculture—it has made its debut in the backyards of home gardeners across the United States.

With claims of heightened antioxidant levels and potential health benefits, this novel creation has stirred both excitement and controversy among consumers and scientists alike. Biotech investors hope it can usher in a new era of public trust in genetically engineered foods, while skeptics worry the tomatoes’ near-total lack of regulation or review may hide dangers to human health and the environment.

This salad dressing is perfect for summer! It is creamy yet light while adding healthy fats to my diet. The orange zest makes this dressing pop!

As always, choose organic when possible and ask your body if it wants each ingredient.

Personalize your diet based on your body’s individual needs. Before adding each ingredients, ask your body if it wants that specific ingredient. If not, leave it out. If it does, ask how much it wants.

This guacamole is a family favorite! It’s nutrient dense, packed with flavor, and takes less then 10 minute to make!

I sometimes eat this guacamole by the spoonful. I also turn carrots or cucumber slices into “healthy chips” and use them as “guacamole delivery vehicles.” : )

As always, choose organic when possible and ask your body if it wants each ingredient.

My kids LOVE this recipe! Hands down, it is the most requested dish in our home. With only 10 minutes of prep work, you can create a delicious, nutrient packed meal with enough left over for breakfast the next morning!

I like to pair this recipe with my mango guacamole recipe and wild rice. My kids love to eat shredded pork in homemade tortilla shells.

As an added bonus, I have discovered that occasionally adding a bit of natural sugar into our meals has decreased sugar cravings in my kids, as well as myself!

This is part 9 of a 9-part “DIY Personal Care Products” series originally featured in Epoch Times.

In this series we explore how to save money and lower our toxic burden by harnessing the healing powers of nature through home-made personal care products. By making your own product line, you can avoid the side effects of chemical additives, artificial fragrances, and toxic preservatives commonly found in commercial products.

This is part 8 of a 9-part “DIY Personal Care Products” series originally featured in Epoch Times.

In this series we explore how to save money and lower our toxic burden by harnessing the healing powers of nature through home-made personal care products. By making your own product line, you can avoid the side effects of chemical additives, artificial fragrances, and toxic preservatives commonly found in commercial products.

This is part 7 of a 9-part “DIY Personal Care Products” series originally featured in Epoch Times.

In this series we explore how to save money and lower our toxic burden by harnessing the healing powers of nature through home-made personal care products. By making your own product line, you can avoid the side effects of chemical additives, artificial fragrances, and toxic preservatives commonly found in commercial products.

This is part 6 of a 9-part “DIY Personal Care Products” series originally featured in Epoch Times.

In this series we explore how to save money and lower our toxic burden by harnessing the healing powers of nature through home-made personal care products. By making your own product line, you can avoid the side effects of chemical additives, artificial fragrances, and toxic preservatives commonly found in commercial products.

This is part 5 of a 9-part “DIY Personal Care Products” series originally featured in Epoch Times.

In this series we explore how to save money and lower our toxic burden by harnessing the healing powers of nature through home-made personal care products. By making your own product line, you can avoid the side effects of chemical additives, artificial fragrances, and toxic preservatives commonly found in commercial products.

This is part 4 of a 9-part “DIY Personal Care Products” series originally featured in Epoch Times.

In this series we explore how to save money and lower our toxic burden by harnessing the healing powers of nature through home-made personal care products. By making your own product line, you can avoid the side effects of chemical additives, artificial fragrances, and toxic preservatives commonly found in commercial products.

This is part 3 of a 9-part “DIY Personal Care Products” series originally featured in Epoch Times.

In this series we explore how to save money and lower our toxic burden by harnessing the healing powers of nature through home-made personal care products. By making your own product line, you can avoid the side effects of chemical additives, artificial fragrances, and toxic preservatives commonly found in commercial products.

This is part 2 of a 9-part “DIY Personal Care Products” series originally featured in Epoch Times.

In this series we explore how to save money and lower our toxic burden by harnessing the healing powers of nature through home-made personal care products. By making your own product line, you can avoid the side effects of chemical additives, artificial fragrances, and toxic preservatives commonly found in commercial products.