Food3-Day Cortisol Reset Meal Plan
A simple, repeatable way to support your body—without overthinking it. You don’t need complicated protocols to lower cortisol. When you eat consistently, balance your meals, and focus on whole, nutrient-dense foods, your body naturally shifts out of “stress mode” and into repair. Simple, repeatable, sustainable—that’s where real results happen. DAY 1 Breakfast: Greek yogurt, berries, chia seeds, walnuts, honey Lunch: Salmon, quinoa, greens, avocado, olive oil Snack: Apple + almond butter Dinner: Chicken, sweet potato, broccoli FoodTrients Recipes: Quinoa Tabbouleh on Pita Argentinian Chimichurri Salmon DAY 2 Breakfast: Eggs, avocado, whole grain toast Lunch: Lentils, roasted vegetables, greens Snack: Dark […]READ MORE
October 9, 2018
Published by FoodTrients
Stretch high-quality grass-fed ground beef—which has a higher ratio of healthy fats than conventionally raised beef—and boost nutrients by adding vegetables and cheese. All ingredients, including the cheese, are incorporated right into the meat mixture, which makes these burgers moist and flavorful. Small patties are perfectly portioned for kids, and each one provides a quarter of your little ones’ daily vegetable needs. Serve with a side of fresh fruit to add another food group. Hidden Veggie Cheeseburgers Ingredients 1 lb. grass-fed ground beef 2-3 medium zucchini, shredded and squeezed completely dry (to yield 7-8 oz) ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley […]
October 9, 2018
Published by Ginger Hultin, MS RDN CSO
When you hear the word marshmallow, you may automatically think of a white, fluffy sweet treat
October 9, 2018
Published by Ginger Hultin, MS RDN CSO
Often found on the candy shelf in red and black varieties, licorice is so much more than a snack at the movies. In fact, licorice products manufactured in the U.S. often don’t even contain any licorice root at all. Licorice is actually an herb native to the Mediterranean, Russia, Asia and the Middle East that contains the anise oil responsible for the classic aroma and flavor of black licorice. This flavor can be polarizing – some people love it and others avoid it – but it does have many uses for the health of the body and has been used […]
October 9, 2018
Published by FoodTrients
The old paradigm of medicine is rapidly changing. People are becoming aware of the limitations of modern medicine which basically are centered around controlling symptoms, but not really curing. Elisa Lottor, Ph.D., HMD, is an expert in nutrition, homeopathy, and energy medicine with a special interest in regenerative medicine and women’s health. An international lecturer and consultant, she has had a homeopathy and nutrition practice for more than 30 years. Her new book, The Miracle of Regenerative Medicine: How to Naturally Reverse the Aging Process is about THE new paradigm that’s emerging in the field of medicine and healthcare. This […]
October 2, 2018
Published by FoodTrients
Be warned: When you serve this salad, everyone will be asking you for the recipe. It hits all the right spots—salty, sweet, crunchy, cheesy and fresh! Prep tip: Use bumpy, dark green dinosaur lacinato kale, which tends to be less bitter and tough than curly-leafed kale. Chopped Kale Salad with Spiced Almonds and Red Pepper Ingredients: 2 Tbs. olive oil (divided) 1 tsp. curry powder 1/2 tsp. cumin 1 tsp. unfiltered honey 1/2 cup raw almonds 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives 1 small red pepper (seeded and cut into thin strips) 1/2 large bunch kale (washed, stems removed, and chopped) […]
September 26, 2018
Published by FoodTrients
As fall begins, leaves turn and temperatures drop, it’s time to warm things up. Add a little heat (and cheese) to one our favorite comfort foods – muffins – and you get our Cheesy Pepper Chive recipe. Make a batch for a week of quick morning meals and mouth-watering flavor. Cheesy Pepper Chive Muffins Ingredients: 1 cup whole-wheat flour 1 cup all-purpose flour 3 tsp. baking powder ¼ tsp. salt Generous pinch of black pepper 1 cup milk 1 egg ½ cup chopped green onions or chives ½ cup minced red bell peppers 1 cup grated pepper jack cheese ¼ […]
September 25, 2018
Published by Life Extension
In this economy, it’s even harder to eat healthy. Food prices are going up and our dollars are being stretched to
September 25, 2018
Published by Life Extension
Getting proper nutrition can be difficult as a person ages, but losing some nutrients could have lasting effects. Anemia is a common condition among older adults, but it is also frequently overlooked. About one in five adults over the age of 65 may suffer from anemia. Anemia is characterized by low levels of red blood cells, which can cause a number of symptoms like weakness and fatigue. It can be caused by improper nutrition or some medical conditions. Untreated, low levels of iron could have long-lasting effects. Here are four things to know about iron deficiency and how to treat […]
September 19, 2018
Published by FoodTrients
If you are able to buy chives with their pretty purple flowers, stir the petals into softened butter with a little honey—then smear over warm cornbread, you’re in for a treat. To make this with regular flour, simply use whole-wheat or all-purpose flour and omit the flaxseed. Best eaten the day it is made. Cheddar Chive Skillet Cornbread Ingredients: 4 Tbs. unsalted butter 1½ cups cornmeal ½ cup gluten-free flour blend (such as King Arthur Gluten Free All-Purpose Flour) 1 Tbs. ground flaxseed 1 Tbs. baking powder ½ tsp. salt 1 cup low-fat (1 percent) milk or unsweetened nondairy milk […]
September 18, 2018
Published by Life Extension
Eating white button mushrooms may improve the regulation of glucose in the liver, according to a study which could pave the way for new diabetes treatments and prevention strategies. Feeding white button mushrooms to mice changed the composition of gut microbes – microbiota – to produce more short chain fatty acids, specifically propionate from succinate, according to Margherita T Cantorna, a professor at Pennsylvania State University in the US. Previous research has shown that succinate and propionate can change the expression of genes needed to manage glucose production, she said. “Managing glucose better has implications for diabetes, as well as other metabolic […]
September 11, 2018
Published by FoodTrients
Struggling to get dinner on the table every night? Shortcuts are 100 percent acceptable! These burritos use frozen chicken nuggets for protein and kid-friendly flavor. Because all of the ingredients can be prepared ahead of time, you can assemble these on time-strapped evenings and have dinner on the table in under 20 minutes. That’s a win! Easy Chicken Nugget Burritos Ingredients: 8 oz frozen chicken nuggets (TRY: Applegate Organic Chicken Nuggets) 6 (8-inch) whole-grain tortillas 1 cup baby spinach 1½ cups cooked brown rice 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese ¼ tsp. ground cumin, or to taste ¼ tsp. chili powder, […]
September 11, 2018
Published by Dr. Mark Rosenberg
I’ve advocated “nutritional medicine” to my patients for years now. After all, if Nature can help reduce their dependence on prescription medications, I’m all for it. So, when I learned about the nutritional/health benefits of this one amazing berry, I’ve been recommending it to my patients ever since. Let me tell you about it too… One Amazing Berry – Multiple Health Benefits White mulberry (also known as Morus alba or Turkish mulberry) has been used in Asian medicine for some time. Even though the plant is named “White mulberry”, the mulberry fruit itself can be different colors like black, purple, […]
September 11, 2018
Published by Ginger Hultin, MS RDN CSO
Move over turmeric, cardamom is gaining attention for both culinary and health properties. Native to the mountains of India, Pakistan, Burma/Myanmar and Sri Lanka, this pod-containing plant yields cardamom spice and essential oils as well. A sweet spice, cardamom can be used in a variety of dishes and was important in world trade for centuries. Medicinally, cardamom is used for: Setting the GI including treating nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea and IBS Fighting colds and other viruses that cause fevers or a cough Antibacterial properties Fighting fungal infections Liver and gallbladder support Cardiovascular support including treating high blood pressure Anxiety, tension […]