When your kids want Swedish Meatballs, make them grain-free with almond flour. Plus, almond flour adds health protein. Ingredients 2 lbs grass-fed ground beef 1 cup organic chicken broth 1 organic egg 1 organic egg yolk 1/4 cup almond meal 1 tsp dried parsley 1/4 large onion, grated 1/2 tsp salt 1/8 tsp black pepper 1/8 tsp fresh ground nutmeg (hint: keep them in the freezer and grate them with a microplane) Instructions Mix all ingredients [...]
The Many Benefits of Vegetables Why Don’t We Eat More Greens? Only 1 in 10 American adults meet fruit and vegetable recommendations. More specifically, only 9.3% of adults eat enough vegetables daily. 7 of the top 10 leading causes of death in the United States are from chronic diseases including heart disease, obesity, and diabetes. Eating plenty of green vegetables every day can help reduce your risk of those and other diseases. Consider heart disease. One analysis [...]
The flavors of an egg roll without the unhealthy deep-fried wrapper Using coleslaw mix means prep is super simple. Topping it all with a spicy mayo takes this egg roll in a bowl recipe, or “crack slaw” recipe, to the next level! No added sweeteners, grains, gluten, or soy. Perfect for those with allergies or who are just trying to eat healthily! Made in one skillet, so fewer dishes! Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes Servings 4 people [...]
Essential Nutrients Carbohydrates Protein Fat Vitamins Minerals Water Experts classify nutrients as “essential” because your body cannot make them, yet requires these nutrients for growth, maintenance, repair, and so much more. “Essential nutrients are compounds that the body can’t make or can’t make in sufficient quantity,” says Mandy Ferriera. “According to the World Health Organization, these nutrients must come from food, and they’re vital for disease prevention, growth, and good health.” Essential nutrients can be grouped into six [...]
Most Processed Foods Don’t Make the Cut Food Labels Can Be Confusing Step 1: Pay Attention to Nutrition Facts Step 2: Read Ingredients Food Labels Can Be Especially Tricky with Snacking In a perfect world, you would only eat whole, unprocessed foods. These foods come from the ground, a tree, or an animal. Broccoli, raw almonds, and an apple are all real foods nature-packed with nutrients. Here’s the reality: You live a busy life. Whole, [...]
Americans are Going to the Chiropractor Science Supports Chiropractic Care The Spine is Your Lifeline Spinal Misalignment and Chiropractic Care What to Expect During Your First Chiropractic Visit People visit chiropractors for many reasons. Maybe you have back or neck pain. Perhaps headaches sabotage many of your days, preventing you from focusing on work or family duties. Or joint aches could limit your mobility so workouts feel more painful. Chiropractic care can benefit everyone for [...]
Have You Had Your Cholesterol Levels Checked? What You Need to Know About Cholesterol Determining Whether You Have High Cholesterol What Causes High Cholesterol? High Cholesterol isn’t the Whole Story How to Lower Cholesterol Naturally If you have a risk for heart disease or another condition potentially triggered by high cholesterol, your doctor might ask you to lower your cholesterol levels. The debate about how much of a role cholesterol plays in heart disease and other problems, [...]
Determining Your Risk of Heart Disease You Can Have a Healthy Heart At Any Age Your heart pumps blood throughout the body, carrying oxygen and nutrients to your brain and other organs so they can perform optimally. When something blocks that flow, your heart can’t efficiently pump blood. Your body initially has ways to compensate for this heart failure. Over time, the heart can no longer keep up with the body’s demands to pump blood.1 [...]
Your Spine is Your Lifeline The Shape and Function of the Spine The Spine and Your Nervous System How the Spine Becomes Damaged The Science of Chiropractic Care for Your Spine Your body is like a science project. It is filled with cells; bones; muscles; tissues; organs; and your brain. Your spine, however, often becomes a critical but often-overlooked part of a healthy life. Consider all the many roles this vertebral structure plays in overall health. Your spine: [...]
How Stress Affects the Body 16 Natural Stress Relief Strategiescture Stress is often classified as a negative emotion, but a certain amount of stress can make you more resilient to life’s challenges and obstacles. “[T]he right amount of stress—whelmed but not overwhelmed—can be a great motivator,” says Susan David, Ph.D., in Emotional Agility, “As uncomfortable as it feels at times, it’s the stress that keeps us moving forward.” Stress kept us alive when a saber-tooth tiger wanted [...]
