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Metabolism is your body’s method of extracting energy from the food you consume. Metabolic rates vary by person, but they can be influenced by specific foods. Thermogenic foods help to increase the rate of metabolism by enhancing thermogenesis, a process during which the body burns...
by Dr. Damon Daniels A link is defined as a relationship between two things or situations, especially where one thing affects the other. A growing body of research suggests that Vitamin D may play a role in influencing various chronic diseases, inflammatory conditions and maybe even...
By Michele Reid, PhD – Certified Integrative Nutrition Coach Gluten is a protein composite found in grains such as wheat, barley and rye. This protein can causes reactions in people who have celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. Gluten intolerance can manifest itself as a wide range of...
By Michele Reid, PhD – Certified Integrative Nutrition Coach There are two different kinds of food sensitivities – food allergy and food intolerance. Often times they are confused because they are both reactions to foods that we eat and some of the symptoms can be very...
By Michele Reid, PhD – Certified Integrative Nutrition Coach Many Americans have bought into the craziness of reducing their carb intake without having a clear understanding of WHAT and WHY they are doing it. For example, we are told to distinguish between NET carbs (who came up with this...
The summer is often a time when we get outdoors to work in the yard or enjoy the summertime weather. If you have ever been working out in the yard and get a CUT on your arm or leg you know how much of a...
Summer is finally in full force, and the living is easy! Do you notice in summertime how everything seems promising? The plants are in full bloom and the sun feels glorious on your skin. The longer days give you boundless energy, making you feel like...
by Dr. Damon Daniels Over the years modern society has made sugars available in many edible forms. Candies, Cakes, Pastries and high fructose drinks are easily available at a relatively low cost. In addition, the development of fast-food franchising has had an impact on the overall...
When it comes to increased health, it’s not just what we eat but how we eat. Digestion actually begins in the mouth, where contact with our teeth and digestive enzymes in our saliva break down food. But these days most of us rush through the...