Spices come from the seed, fruit, root, or bark of plants. Different from spices, herbs are the leaves, flowers, or stems of plants used for flavoring or garnish. Herbs and spices have been used as currency at various times in world history and their value for flavor and health has been revered for thousands of…

Your kids or grandkids bring so much joy into your house—and a lot of germs. Keeping your kids’ or grandkids’ immune systems strong will keep them living their best life. Keep reading to find out my recommendations to help the children in your life stay healthy.  Colorful Fruits and Veggies  Colorful fruits and vegetables contain…

This year has taught us the importance of good health and living well. So what gift is better than one that lets others know that you care about their health? Our gift guide has something for everyone on your list. And from now till December 6, mix and match any three (or more!) products from…

It’s no exaggeration at all to say that it has been a challenging year for almost everyone. While there is so much going on worldwide combined with the new “normal” of staying home most of the week, it’s never been a more important time to express gratitude. Giving thanks during tough times is one of…

Supplementation has been around for a long time as a solution to fill nutrition gaps. Because it’s nearly impossible to get all the nutrients your body needs from diet alone, we’ve all had at least some experience with taking multivitamins or supplements. But the reality is that everyone has unique nutrition needs that can’t be…

Adaptogens, in simple terms, are plants that help your body adapt to stress. They are grown all over the world and interestingly can often be found in harsh and nonfertile landscapes. It is thought that maybe this challenge to flourish might allow the plants to develop chemical properties that allow them to adapt to their…

Vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, is a nutrient that we often associate with supporting our immunity, but it actually does a lot more than that. Let’s talk about the many ways that vitamin C benefits us and how and when we should eat or take our vitamin C. What makes vitamin C an essential nutrient?…

Let’s talk about a powerful topic: personalized nutrition. In my practice as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, I get this question all the time, “What do I need to eat for my body’s needs?” And every time someone asks me that, I get excited because it tells me that this person wants to learn and understand…

Reishi mushrooms, also known as lingzhi mushrooms, are considered one of the top superfoods in nature. Ganoderma lucidum has been used for over 2,000 years in many Asian countries for promoting health and longevity. Interestingly, images of these mushrooms began appearing in art around 1,400 AD, and they are associated with Taoism. (1) In China,…

Seasonal flavors are so trendy this time of year, with pumpkin spice, apples and cinnamon, etc. Please tell me I can’t be the only one who has already had a craving for pumpkin pie. So, where did all of these seasonal flavor trends come from? Well, seasonal foods used to be the only option. Not…

Keeping your immune system strong is a top priority nowadays. But one of the simplest ways of supporting your immune system is making sure that you’re getting the powerhouse nutrients to support it. These are the key nutrients your immune system needs and how you can make sure you’re getting them. Vitamin C is a…