Nutrition , Newsletter Archive , Kauai Garden Island
Real vs fake vegetarians
Maybe you’ve heard about, or even watched, the recent much-hyped documentary “The Game Changer” on Netflix? It presents a lot of information to argue that a vegetarian diet is the healthiest approach. But it’s very much a one-sided...
Nutrition , Newsletter Archive , Exercise , Weight Loss
Salt is an essential nutrient, not our enemy
We’ve believed for so many years that salt is bad for us, that it increase blood pressure, increases our risk of cardiovascular disease, makes us bloated, and even makes us gain weight. However, sodium is an essential nutrient that the...
Nutrition , Newsletter Archive , Kauai Garden Island
Is Cholesterol Good or Bad for You? (Part 3)
In the previous articles in this series we looked deeply at cholesterol, how it is essential for the functioning of all human organs, and what you need to know about it. It has long been thought that cholesterol is the cause of the fatty...
Nutrition , Newsletter Archive , Kauai Garden Island
Is Cholesterol Good or Bad for You? (Part 2)
Cholesterol is an important component in our body's cells, it plays a very important role in many biochemical processes and is essential for all human organs. At some point, though, it became common opinion that excess amounts of cholesterol in the blood can cause heart disease...
Nutrition , Newsletter Archive , Kauai Garden Island
Is Cholesterol Good or Bad for You? (Part 1)
When we hear about high cholesterol, most of us think about it causing heart attacks or strokes. And it scares us. But is that true, is cholesterol really bad? Should we all start using statins, the cholesterol lowering drugs, like most doctors and drugs companies tell us to?
Nutrition , Newsletter Archive , Weight Loss
How much sugar does a toddler need?
This week I have SAD news from one of the food companies, Kellogg’s. Of course, my sadness is really because of a more unhealthy and unconsciously living future that we’re heading towards… How much sugar do you think a toddler needs each day?
Nutrition , Newsletter Archive , Kauai Garden Island , Detox & Healing
The best natural (and least expensive) medicine in your supermarket!
Sodium bicarbonate, commonly known as baking soda, is secreted in the pancreas to help aid in digestion. It helps neutralize the stomach acid that is generated during the digestive process and helps in the breakdown of certain enzymes....
Nutrition , Newsletter Archive , Kauai Garden Island
What is the best way to burn fat?
I think I asked the million dollar question! Are you trying to lose weight? It seems like everyone is, almost 90% of the population want to lose some weight, maybe only 5 or 10 pounds, or maybe 50 or even 100 pounds. And we want the...
Nutrition , Newsletter Archive , Kauai Garden Island
The amazing benefits of mango
Mango is also known as “the king of the fruits”. It is high in nutrients, with a unique flavor and taste. It’s one of my favorite fruits, besides watermelon and plums! Right now it’s high season in most mango growing countries, with the...
Nutrition , Newsletter Archive , Detox & Healing
Apple cider vinegar — how it works in the body, and how it benefits type 2 diabetes
Vinegar comes from the French phrase vin aigre , meaning sour wine . Apple cider vinegar is often use in food flavorings and preservatives, and much research suggests that it may also have health benefits including blood sugar...
Nutrition , Newsletter Archive , Kauai Garden Island
What are the best non-dairy milk alternatives?
Lactose intolerance is a syndrome that occurs after the ingestion of lactose, with symptoms that include diarrhea, abdominal pain, flatulence, and bloating. These symptoms result from the secretion of catabolic fragments of bacterial...
Nutrition , Newsletter Archive , Kauai Garden Island
Are Energy Drinks Safe?
Do you consume energy drinks, or do you need caffeine in the afternoon to pick you up? Unfortunately you just need to look at the counter in your supermarket, gas station, or even school vending machines to see that energy drinks and...
