Similar to Traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurvedic medicine considers sugar, as a sweet flavor, to be part of overall dietary balance, provided it isn’t used to excess. Ayurveda, the medical approach used in India since ancient times, is primarily concerned with...
Sugar impacts all three of the root causes of ill health: inflammation/autoimmune issues, pathogens and toxicity. The recommendation of the World Health Organization is that we limit sugar intake to no more than 10% of total calories, equal to 4 tablespoons of...
There is a lot of confusion about sugar and what kinds of sugars are bad for us. There are two ways to simplify the issue: Processed foods are less desirable than raw, unprocessed foods; so fruit is better than fruit juice and honey is better than sugar. This is...
Reuteri, Sourdough and Squash Pie, Oh My! What do a probiotic bacterium, an ancient bread tradition, and a humble winter squash have in common? At first glance—nothing. But look a little closer, and you’ll find these foods belong together because they synergistically...
Chocolate Banana Avocado Mousse Many of you have heard of Blue Zones, areas where lifestyle habits promote longevity. Loma Linda, CA is the primary Blue Zone in the U.S. We would like to introduce you to the work of Dr. Ralph Steiner, a co-founder of Loma Linda Dental...