Failing vision is often accepted as a natural part of aging, but it’s really more of a side effect of our modern lifestyle. Aging does not automatically equate to decreased vision, provided you’ve properly nourished your eyes through the years. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the most common cause of blindness among the elderly, followed by cataracts….
According to an old South American proverb, “good broth will resurrect the dead.” While that’s undoubtedly an exaggeration, it speaks to the value placed on this wholesome food, going back through the annals of time. The featured article by Dr. Amy Myers1 lists 10 health benefits of bone broth. Sally Fallon with the Weston A. Price…
Without a doubt, this is our FAVORITE way to eat chicken! I make my Crispy in the Cast Iron skillet several times a month, it’s such a quick and easy meal – that tastes AMAZING! Oddly enough, even though we raise our own chickens (for meat & eggs) my husband wasn’t big fan of chicken (strange, huh?!)…
One of my most favorite flavors of the summer is garden fresh ZUCCHINI, especially when paired with tomatoes and basil – OH SO YUMMY! This recipe is a undeniably healthy, yet is packed full of family friendly flavor and is perfect for a week night meal since you can get it on the table in…
One of the fundamental understandings that supports holistic, biological dentistry is that the dental procedures and materials used in them can affect your whole body, not just your teeth. In the case of a root canal procedure, it can lead to a number of chronic health problems and even degenerative diseases. Unfortunately, it is very…
I searched high and low for the perfect Paleo, Grain & Gluten Free Chicken Pot Pie Recipe – but alas all of them were sadly lacking. Â Most of the recipes I found were just chicken filling in a pie plate or casserole with some pseudo-crust like topping…. one recipe even told you to bake a…
As a part of my healthy lifestyle, I frequently enjoy a Healthy Green Juice. The key to a Healthy vs Un-Healthy Green juice is making sure that you aren’t including too much fruit or root vegetables. If your juice contains too many fruits, it will be both higher in calories and sugar (fructose – I…
Mushrooms are neither plant nor animal. They’re fungi and have been valued for their medicinal properties for centuries. In ancient Egypt, mushrooms were thought to bring long life, and today in the 21st century, research is bearing out the mechanisms behind mushrooms’ health-boosting properties, including their potential to fight one of the greatest plagues to…
Mushrooms contain some of the most potent natural medicines on the planet. Of the 140,000 species of mushroom-forming fungi, science is familiar with only 10 percent, according to world-renown mycologist Paul Stamets, who has written six books on the topic. About 100 species of mushrooms are being studied for their health-promoting benefits. Of those hundred, about…
A major part of achieving optimal health is living in partnership with nature. Growing your own food is a great way to rekindle this connection with nature. But have you thought about eating plants that grow wild—perhaps in your own backyard? Some “weeds” can be delicious if prepared properly, and they are absolutely free. In…
You’re probably panicking. Please don’t. I’m sure you thinking I’m totally crazy – telling you to put beef fat (aka Tallow) on your face AND telling you that it will actually improve your skin! I’m not the only one sharing the news that tallow is amazing for your skin, fellow bloggers like Cave Girl Eats,…
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