Insalata Caprese (Caprese Salad) is typically made with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil and olive oil. However, there are many variations. You might want to add chopped fresh garlic, Balsamic vinegar, or other herbs. During summer, there's nothing better than fresh ripe tomatoes picked directly from the vine. If you have room to grow them yourself, … [Read more...]
Get to Know Tocotrienols: Your Brain will Thank You Later!
You know that vitamin C helps boost your immune system, and vitamin A supports your vision. What if there were a naturally occurring letter vitamin that supports your brain health? Further, what if the federal government was pouring millions of dollars into researching the benefits of this vitamin? The good news is that it’s already readily available. It’s a form of natural … [Read more...]
Champagne Berry Ambrosia
As we all know berries are ridiculously good for you and filled with anti-aging antioxidants. They're even better mixed in with a little bubbly. That's why I created this yummy champagne berry ambrosia that only takes minutes to make. It's perfect at the end of a meal, to eat as a snack or at a Sunday brunch. There’s no refined sugar. The sauce is made with a small amount of … [Read more...]
World Osteoporosis Day and California Dried Plums
Did you know that we celebrate World Osteoporosis Day in October? In light of that fact I wanted to offer you a helpful tip on how to improve bone health naturally. Eat California dried plums, or, in other words, prunes. Research suggests that eating two servings, (about 100grams or 10 to 12 dried plums), may improve bone mineral density (BMD) and slow the rate of bone … [Read more...]
Improving Gut Health and a Review of Dr. Mercola Complete Probiotics
Do you ever feel bloated, uncomfortable, or even constipated? Chances are you haven't been paying attention to your gut health. It's common for those of us over 50 to feel backed up, especially if we aren't moving as fast as we did when we were younger. First, you want to make sure you're eating a nutritious and fiber-filled diet. But if that doesn't ease the problem, a daily … [Read more...]
