Kombucha is a sour tonic beverage. In Russia, where it has enjoyed long popularity, it’s referred to as “tea kvass”. Kombucha is sweetened by black tea and cultured with a “mother”, a gelatinous colony of bacteria and yeast. The mother ferments the sweet tea and reproduces itself, like kefir grains. The trickiest part of making kombucha is … [Read more...]

Recipes   Vegetable Ferments     Gundru   Gundru, also known as kyurtse, is a strong and delicious pickle made from vegetable greens. This is a traditional fermenting method of the Newar people of Nepal. What distinguishes this ferment is that the sole ingredient is the vegetable itself, greens. No salt or any other ingredient is … [Read more...]

Horseradish  This homemade horseradish is strong and potent.  Volatile compounds within the horseradish root release when it’s processed and will make your eyes tear up. But push yourself through the tears and you’ll prepare a lovely, probiotic condiment that can keep for months in the fridge. Serve it with roast meats or stir it into a homemade … [Read more...]

Sleep deprivation can lead to many health problems such as diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, cancer, anxiety, and more. To feel your best and support your overall health, it’s vital to get proper sleep.   Make Sleep a Priority  Before mentioning any other suggestions, it’s important to note that if you don’t allow enough time for … [Read more...]

Flour, Sugar, and Oils The below foods are poor sources of nutrients and your first step to a healthier life is taking them out of your diet! Remove the following foods during your reset diet:   Grains/Flour:   Bagels Biscotti Bread Breaded or floured meats Brownies Cake Cereal Cookies Cornbread … [Read more...]

Utilize this handout to ensure the addition of nutrient-dense foods into your diet. These nutrients are essential for optimal health, and there are many delicious foods that provide them abundantly.   Vitamin A ■Liver ■Egg yolks ■Cod liver oil   Vitamin D ■Sunshine (not a food but the best source of Vitamin D) ■Cod … [Read more...]

In conventional medicine, there is a doctor for every part of your body; cardiologists for the heart, gastroenterologists for the digestive system, neurologists for the brain and nervous system, podiatrists for your feet, and ophthalmologists for your eyes. Due to this compartmentalized system, conventional medicine focuses on individual body … [Read more...]

Adopting a gluten-free diet doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Remember that you are changing your lifestyle and health habits for the better! Committing to gluten-free foods should be a positive and stress free experience. Changing these aspects of your diet will expose your palate to a wide variety of flavors. Below, you will find 10 steps … [Read more...]