Celiac Disease

Celiac Disease is a serious autoimmune disorder in which the gluten protein triggers damage to the lining of the small intestine.  Gluten is the generic name for proteins in some grains. The exact reactive proteins in each of the gluten-containing grains are slightly...

A Nutrivore Kitchen Upgrade

Bonus Content: Listen to Episode 10 of the Food Smarts podcast to hear Kirsten and Amie discuss the items listed below.  Subscribe in Stitcher and iTunes so you don’t miss a show. A NUTRIVORE seeks nutrients and eats to love and care for themselves and their...

Collagen Supplementation

Collagen supplementation is something I recommend to every client.  Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body and is the substance that holds the whole body together.  It is found in the “bones, muscles, skin, and tendons, where it forms a scaffold...

Omega Fatty Acid Balance and Good Old Mayonnaise

We hear a lot about fats in the diet, but we don’t hear enough about the terrible imbalance in the omega 6:3 fat ratio and why it is driving disease. The ideal 6:3 ratio is somewhere in the range of 1:1 to 3:1.  Consumption of omega 6 fats has soared as the...

Small Wonder Food Giant $430 Launch Giveaway

From December 26th through January 7th, I will be announcing the prizes that will go into my giant $430 launch giveaway. Winner will be chosen on January 7th at 6 pm. Winner must be able to pick up locally.  I will add the prizes to this post every day so you can keep...