Summer is the perfect time to talk about hydration! We talk to all of our patients about the importance of drinking enough water. Hydration is key to all body functions. And in fact, if you’re feeling fatigued, the first thing you should do is to check in on your hydration. Have you had enough water…
Did you know that it’s customary in many cultures to do a detox cleanse once or twice a year? Some people do a cleanse for health reasons. Others do it for spiritual reasons. There are many different types of cleanses. The end goal is to release toxins that have built up in our bodies and…
Did you know that beets are a perfect detoxifying food? Beets contain a substance called betaine which helps protect the liver and stimulate the flow of bile. Bile is important for breaking down fats, absorbing fat-soluble vitamins and carrying toxins out of the body. You can find both red and golden beets at most…
Green smoothies are a tasty way to get cleansing green veggies into your diet, along with healthy fats, fiber and electrolytes. Making your own green smoothie is easy-peasy when you follow this basic blue-print: 1. Choose your base: Start with 8-10 ounces of liquid Coconut water, purified water, green tea, or for a creamier…
Are you worried that your cleaning products are unhealthy for you, your family, your pets or the environment? Why not try making your own homemade cleaners to benefit the environment and your own health?
Every change toward a cleaner, less toxic lifestyle makes a difference in your health. Make one change at a time and you’ll be living a green lifestyle in no time.
“Detoxing” is a big buzzword these days. We’re constantly being reminded that our world is full of toxins. Our food, our water, our air, our cleaners, our personal care products…all contain various types of xenoestrogens, obesogens, heavy metals, pollutants, pesticides and antibiotics that get into our bodies. It can feel overwhelming to try to address…
It’s time for a Spring cleanse, and the awesome artichoke should be on your list of foods to support your detoxification pathways. The antioxidant cynarine in this Mediterranean vegetable speeds up bile production, which helps send toxins from the liver to the digestive tract where they are eliminated from the body. Artichokes also contain the…
