“It was life changing!”
“About five months ago, I made an appointment with Dr. McManus about some digestive problems I have been having for the last few years. I thought it was just getting older and there was nothing I could do about it. [...]
Recipe of the Month: Melon, Cucumber, Chili, Mint and Feta Salad
From The Ketogenic Kitchen, by Domini Kemp and Patricia Daly Serves 6 1 Honeydew melon 1 large cucumber 2-3 fresh mint leave sprigs Juice of 1 lemon 2 tablespoons of olive oil Salt and pepper ½ teaspoon chili flakes 3.5 [...]
Supplement of the Month: annmarie Sunscreen
Choosing a sunscreen can be difficult, especially since most have harmful and toxic chemicals or make promises for UV protection that may not be accurate. Two of the most harmful ingredients to watch for in sunscreens are oxybenzone, which is [...]
Nutrition Nugget: Hydrate to Beat the Summer Heat!
1. Clean water has always been and remains the gold standard for hydration. For normal daily exercise and play in the sun, aim for 25-50% of body weight in ounces for adults and children. For long periods in the heat, [...]
Nutrition Nugget: What Foods Contain Lectins
And What to Do About It By Nancy Mehlert, MS If you are reading this without first reading our main article, you may want to back up and read it to benefit from the more in depth introduction to [...]
Supplement of the Month: Lectin Control Formula
Lectins are specialized proteins commonly found in fruits, vegetables, seafood, and especially in grains, beans and seeds. They are not degraded by stomach acid or proteolytic enzymes, making them resistant to digestion. Certain lectins consumed in everyday foods can bind [...]