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Published by Ginger Hultin, MS RDN CSO

Is Apple Cider Vinegar Good for Us?

Ever wonder if all those too-good-to-be-true-sounding claims about apple cider vinegar (ACV) are true? Let’s break down the research! ACV is created from ripe, high-sugar apples that have undergone a fermentation process to convert the sugar to alcohol and then to acetic acid. Many of the health benefits of ACV are linked to the “mother” — a combination of yeast, probiotics, and enzymes created during the fermentation process. The “mother” is the cloud-like glob in the bottom of the bottle of many ACV bottles on the market. ACV has long been considered a cure-all in some traditional medicine circles, but […]

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Published by Ginger Hultin, MS RDN CSO

Beneficial Saffron Is the ‘Queen of Spices’

Saffron is a spice sometimes referred to as “red gold” or “the queen of spices” with some impressive potential health benefits. It is one of the most expensive spices in the world, mostly due to its costly production and labor-intensive harvesting process. Saffron originated in the Mediterranean region and has long been used as a traditional spice, coloring agent, and medicine. In addition to adding a vibrant golden color to dishes, saffron adds a subtly sweet and floral flavor. Many of saffron’s health benefits stem back to its high levels of three powerful antioxidants which may play an important role […]

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Published by Grace O

We’re Just Wild About Saffron

I don’t know about you, but I am wild about saffron. Saffron is a golden red spice from the stigmas of a small purple crocus native to the Mediterranean, Asia Minor and Iran where it was first cultivated during the Bronze Age. Each flower produces just three stigmas (or threads) and must be harvested by hand then dried. It takes 14,000 of the tiny stigmas to yield one ounce of the spice which retails for $500. Saffron has not only been used to flavor and tint foods, but it’s been used to dye fabrics and as a perfume. The flavor […]

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Published by Kama Hagar

10 Rules To Lose Weight with Self-Love

I never expected myself to write this article because I feared the risks involved with even mentioning weight loss. This is a place of self-love, self-acceptance and wellness, and my number one priority is that you love yourself and your body no matter what shape or size it comes in. That didn’t stop the requests from my clients this January 2022. Inquiries poured in asking me to help them approach weight loss sustainably, holistically and mindfully. I stumbled with how to approach this delicate question, but realized I knew it better than most, firsthand. My experience with body dysmorphia and […]

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Published by Grace O

Devilishly Delish Vegan Desserts Are Here

There are vegetarians—those who avoid meat, chicken, fish, and other animal flesh—and vegans, who take it a step further by avoiding all animal-derived products, including dairy, eggs, and often honey. Choosing a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle is a personal decision that requires careful consideration, discipline, and a commitment to reading labels and rethinking traditional recipes. According to estimates by advocacy organizations like PETA, adopting a vegan diet can significantly reduce the number of animals consumed annually. While exact numbers may vary, the impact is worth considering for those who prioritize animal welfare. But being vegan doesn’t have to be an […]

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Published by Grace O

Spice Up Your Holidays with These Recipes

The days are short, it’s dark, and the holidays are upon us. It’s the time of year to bring out family-favorite recipes that spark nostalgia and warm the heart. Those aromas of gingerbread, pies baking, and a juicy roast in the oven really arouse the holiday spirit. The good news is that those herbs and spices are full of FoodTrients® that help keep mind and body in good health. For example, rosemary is a source of vitamin A as well as potassium, calcium, and antioxidants like polyphenols, gallic acid, and rosmarinic acid. These compounds can help digestion, alleviate gout and […]

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Published by FoodTrients

How To Fast Like a Girl

Finally, a fasting manual created specifically for women. While most fasting advice has offered a one-size-fits-all approach that leaves women with more questions than answers, in Fast Like a Girl: A Woman’s Guide to Using the Healing Power of Fasting to Burn Fat, Boost Energy, and Balance Hormones, Dr. Mindy Pelz shares the proven strategies, protocols, and fasting hacks that she has used to help hundreds of thousands of women thrive with their fasting lifestyles. If you have never gone longer than eight hours without food, you probably have not experienced the healing benefits of your fat-burner energy system.  One […]

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Published by FoodTrients

Want To Be a Younger You? This New Book Tells All

In Dr. Kara Fitzgerald’s new book, Younger You: Reduce Your Bio Age and Live Longer, Better, her clinical pilot trial shows that you can shave three years off your age in only eight weeks by eating delicious foods and following common-sense lifestyle practices! While chronological age only moves in one direction, you also have a biological age, which is measured by assessing how your genes are doing. Exciting new research shows that your bio genes can actually move in reverse through only diet and lifestyle. To determine your current bio age, Dr. Fitzgerald’s book provides a detailed subjective biological age […]

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Published by Grace O

Unlock the Power of Apples: A Superfood for Health and Wellness This Fall

As autumn brings an abundance of fresh produce, apples are taking center stage as one of the most versatile and nutritious fruits of the season. Often regarded as a staple in many households, apples are currently experiencing a golden age with a variety of new, delicious options available in markets across the U.S. These fresh American-grown apples—primarily from Washington State, Michigan, New York, and New England—are packed with health-boosting vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber. Grace O, the visionary founder behind FoodTrients, who champions the idea of food as medicine, says that apples, from classic favorites like Honeycrisp to newer varieties like […]

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Published by Dr. Mark Rosenberg

How To Avoid Turkey Day Weight Gain

We love Thanksgiving because it’s a chance to celebrate all that we’re thankful for in our life with family  and friends. Yet, we also dread it because Thanksgiving favorites are always in abundance and lead to weight gain! To avoid this slippery slope, all you need to do is prepare your favorites in a healthier way.  And if you’re going out for dinner, we have some tips for you to bypass diet disaster there, too. Here’s how. Tips To Avoid Turkey Day Weight Gain Disaster Did you know that the typical Thanksgiving Day dinner can contain as much as 4,000 […]

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