Gluten sensitivity affects one third of the American population. These are people who have mild to moderate symptoms from eating the proteins found in wheat and other grains. Celiac Disease, the most extreme form of gluten sensitivity, affects 1% of the population. A recent study showed that people who are gluten sensitive and have been properly diagnosed could save 30% in their health care costs. Sadly, 99% of people with this condition are not aware of it. Understanding and treating the root...
by on June 3rd, 2010 at 09:06 am

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  • Understanding Gluten Sensitivity
    Gluten sensitivity affects one third of the American population. These are people who have mild to moderate symptoms from eating the proteins found in wheat and other grains. Celiac Disease, the most extreme form of gluten...
    by at June 3rd, 2010 at 09:06 am
  • Nuts About Coconut Oil
    This is me enjoying a coconut oil massage in Boracay, Philippines. I was born and raised in the tropics and whenever I think of home, I think about coconut oil. Never a beach trip goes by without my friends and I getting...
    by at April 23rd, 2010 at 07:04 am
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    Gluten-Free Vegetable Lasagna
    Want to taste the carbo-loaded delights of traditional Italian food without pasta’s simple carbs? Try complex carbohydrate rich vegetable lasagna. Layer by layer, this dish is full of vitamin C, beta-carotene, manganese,...
    by at March 3rd, 2010 at 11:03 am
  • The Unsung Delights of Quinoa
    I like to go against the culinary grain (pun intended!) but I have to agree with the higher-ups in the foodie syndicate who deem quinoa one of the Top 10 Things you should be eating right now (it’s pronounced KEE-new-ah...
    by at January 25th, 2010 at 02:01 pm
  • Vegetable Puttanesca Recipe
    Puttanesca is a traditional spicy Italian sauce that’s perfect for cold weather. You might be surprised to see the large quantities of garlic, pepper, and oregano it calls for but don’t be shy! This meal is packed...
    by at January 14th, 2010 at 09:01 am
  • A Healthy Side for Your Thanksgiving Table
    Thanksgiving is a new holiday for me since we don’t celebrate it back home. My first one was quite an experience–I remember eating too much, feeling lethargic, and having turkey sandwiches for the next couple...
    by at November 18th, 2009 at 08:11 am
  • Healthy Homemade Halloween Treats
    Forget the store-bought candies and commercially produced stuff. Satisfy your sweet tooth with these healthy homemade treats this weekend: Vampire Fudgesicles. Popsicles are great but often filled with artificial coloring,...
    by at October 29th, 2009 at 08:10 am