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Cauliflower Craze for a Healthier You – FoodTrients Press Release

FoodTrients Says Embrace the Cauliflower Craze for a Healthier You Step aside kale, cauliflower is taking the spotlight as the ultimate health superstar. A member of the nutrition-packed, cruciferous cabbage family along with Brussels sprouts and broccoli, cauliflower is anti-inflammatory and antioxidant-rich, and may boost both heart and brain health. Grace O, founder of FoodTrients, advocates eating cauliflower because it provides impressive amounts of vitamin C, vitamin K, beta-carotene, and much more while supporting healthy digestion and detoxification. Rich in essential vitamins such as C, K, and beta-carotene, cauliflower not only supports heart and brain health but also aids in […]

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We’re Designing Dishes for Great Gut Health

Gut health refers to the overall wellness of your digestive system, particularly the balance and function of the microorganisms that live in your gastrointestinal tract. Did you know that your digestive system is a whole plant/animal kingdom of its own? The GI tract is a complex system responsible for digesting food, absorbing nutrients, and eliminating waste from the body. It’s inhabited by trillions of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses, collectively known as the gut microbiota or gut microbiome. Chew on this: There are more microbes in your digestive system than there are cells in your body! It’s estimated that […]

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These Recipes Fight Aging at a Cellular Level

Antioxidants are one of our body’s best weapons when it comes to aging, because they fight aging at a cellular level and help keep cells from “rusting.” Antioxidants slow down aging because they reduce the amount of oxidative stress, which is the result of cells doing what they should do– creating energy, detoxifying the body, digesting food, breathing, thinking, or exercising. This work can generate byproducts like free radicals, which are unstable molecules that start oxidation. You need some free radicals to stimulate important physiological processes, such as helping the immune system function correctly and stimulating cellular pathways. However, when […]

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Indian Mint Pesto

Indian Mint Pesto There’s something about fiery Indian curry that pairs wonderfully with mint. This pesto can be spread on naan, stirred into soups, or mixed in with steamed cauliflower and potatoes for a memorable side dish. It’s also ketogenic and vegan. Benefits Mint aids digestion, perks you up when your energy is low, and can help clear congestion in the nose and sinuses. Raw mint leaves have chlorophyll, which acts as an antioxidant and has some anticancer benefits. Curry powder is full of antioxidant-rich, anti-inflammatory spices. Yields 1 cup Ingredients 1 cup tightly packed fresh mint leaves 1 Tbs. […]

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Antioxidants That Fight Aging at a Cellular Level

FoodTrients Showcases Antioxidants That Fight Aging at a Cellular Level Antioxidants have multiple roles in the body and one of the most studied is the ability to reduce oxidative stress. Antioxidants are one of our body’s best weapons when it comes to aging, because they fight aging at a cellular level and help keep cells from “rusting.” Research has demonstrated that antioxidants can slow down aging by reducing oxidative stress, a natural byproduct of essential cellular activities such as energy production, detoxification, digestion, respiration, cognition, and exercise. These processes generate free radicals, unstable molecules that initiate oxidation. The insights from […]

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Celebrate Summer with Tasty Recipes for Optimal Gut Health

FoodTrients Celebrates Summer with Tasty Recipes for Optimal Gut Health Gut health refers to the overall wellness of your digestive system, particularly the balance and function of the microorganisms that live in your gastrointestinal tract. Did you know that your digestive system is a whole plant/animal kingdom of its own? The GI tract is a complex system responsible for digesting food, absorbing nutrients, and eliminating waste from the body. It’s inhabited by trillions of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses, collectively known as the gut microbiota or gut microbiome. Chew on this: There are more microbes in your digestive system […]

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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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FoodTrients Celebrates the Stone Fruits of Summer

As summer reaches its peak, Grace O, the visionary founder behind FoodTrients, who champions the idea of food as medicine, sharing information on how food can help us age better and live healthier lives, invites us to celebrate the vibrant flavors and health benefits of the season’s most delectable offerings: stone fruits. From the farmers’ market to your kitchen, these juicy gems make it easy to enjoy eating well all summer long. With an abundance of peaches, nectarines, apricots, and the exciting new hybrids pluots and apriums available, Grace says now is the perfect time to incorporate these delicious fruits […]

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Butternut Squash Loaf

Anyone can make pumpkin bread. How about butternut squash bread or better yet, honeynut squash (butternut’s smaller, sweeter cousin) bread? It’s easy to make your own squash puree but you can also use canned if you can find it. The puree gets folded into an easy batter spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, cardamom and a bit of orange juice. The resulting bread turns out moist and tender, with the sweet, spicy taste of fall. Benefits Butternut squash is packed with beta-carotene and fiber, offering a variety of health benefits. The high fiber content not only helps to regulate digestion […]

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Gluten-Free Savory Pumpkin-Rosemary Bread

Savory Pumpkin-Rosemary Bread This recipe is a more savory version and uses gluten-free almond flour and tapioca flour instead of wheat flour. This savory bread pairs well with a creamy spread and herbs like parsley or tarragon for a unique flavor and many health benefits. Benefits Savory Pumpkin-Rosemary Bread offers numerous health benefits, with its primary ingredient, pumpkin, playing a significant role. Pumpkin is packed with potassium, which not only helps regulate blood pressure but also supports muscle function and strength. The high fiber content in pumpkin promotes gut health by improving digestion and regularity. Additionally, pumpkin is rich in […]

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