I’m warning you now, this is a long post. Stick it out, it might be life changing. I’m constantly reading about natural body and health care regimens. Usually composed of strange ingredients, these techniques almost always require me to pull out my beaker and start a science lab in my kitchen. So I was pleasantly … Continue reading
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“Part-time vegetarians” are just good at eating their vegetables
Growing up in the real life farmville where ranches and cattle farms are owned by your next door neighbor, Vegetarian is a swear word. Regardless of the many glares and incredulous looks, I survived. Thankfully, my mother took to self-education and made sure I grew up healthy with a balanced meatless diet. Because its been … Continue reading
Half way over
Doesn’t it seem as though the Fourth of July always sneaks up on us? And once its here, then the realization that summer is half over rolls right through. Regardless, its one of my favorite holidays and favorite days of the year. It also happens to be my dad’s birthday – so a big ‘ole … Continue reading
Decoding Omegas: O-9
And rounding out the Omegas, last in line is Omega-9. Omega-9 These acids are from a family of unsaturated fats that commonly are found in vegetable and animal fats. Although O-9 can be made by the body, we do benefit by ingesting it as well. Oleic Acid (OA) is a main component of canola oil, sunflower … Continue reading
Decoding Omegas: O-6
Through research, we’ve learned that North American people today get about 10 to 25 times more Omega-6 than Omega-3. Working towards a balance of these will allow our bodies to reap the most benefit from the combined essential fatty acids. This matters for mental health, says Joe Hibbeln, M.D., Acting Chief, Section on Nutritional Neurosciences … Continue reading
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