When I am eliminating dairy, gluten, sugar and more I happily make due with over-sized salads and vegetables galore, but after awhile I find I miss the creamy experience that is more challenging to obtain without my favorite cheeses and … Continue reading
As a relatively new mother myself (my daughter turns two this week) I find the baby food industry a bit overwhelming… and I actually cook for a living! From jars of baby food to machines that are basically food processors … Continue reading
During the springtime we focus on setting the stage for good absorption and low inflammation. For kids and adults, much of this will include some sort of spring cleaning. However, for infants, we focus simply on developing a healthy digestive … Continue reading
As I spoke about in last week’s article Figuring out Food Allergies and Sensitivities, there are a few types of sensitivities to foods. These can manifest in a variety of ways, including joint pain, eczema, asthma, sinus and digestive problems. … Continue reading
After you have cleaned your pantry for Spring it is time to stock it with nutritious staples. Since this is a great time to detox, explore gluten-free grains, such as: Brown Rice or other interesting variations such as red and … Continue reading
In my 12 years of seeing patients, it seems that the frequency of food intolerances has increased exponentially in all age categories. I think this is perhaps due to a combination of increased sensitivity to foods as well as greater … Continue reading
It must have been a very hungry individual who first looked at those thorny buds and thought I bet those are tasty. But, thank goodness they went for it, right? Preparing an artichoke can seem intimidating but it is actually … Continue reading
Oh, my favorite inexplicably delicious vegetable. When I was growing up, my mom would steam each of us an artichoke, whip up a batch of hollandaise, and we’d sit down and get to work making a giant pile of finished … Continue reading
As we open up our homes and dust off the winter days, don’t forget your pantry and kitchen. Pull everything out to clear the old and make room for delicious new experiences. I usually do one shelf at a time, pulling … Continue reading
This is one of the most common questions I hear in my practice. When the warm breezes start to blow, green leaves start popping and flowers start to spring from the branches of crabapple trees, we all become eager to … Continue reading
Health from the Hearth 