We’ve talked before about the health benefits of the paleo diet, and how it can – in some cases – save your life. Recently I learned a ton about the paleo autoimmune protocol, a more strict version of this way of eating that can be invaluable for healing from many complicated health conditions. In this post, Daphne
Read MoreCancer Prevention For Carnivores
In our previous article about the the red meat cancer scare, Natcha Maithai, nutritionist and cancer researcher, discussed the recent World Health Organization report – The Carcinogenicity of Red and Processed Meats – which took the internet by storm as it was misinterpreted as claiming that red meat causes cancer. Actually, there is more to the story, because the
Read MoreCan Cod Liver Ferment? Understanding The Cod Liver Oil Controversy
We’ve been talking quite a bit about the health benefits of cod liver oil, and lately I’ve been getting tons of questions about the recent cod liver oil controversy. I tend to feel that the answer to just about everything comes from asking, “What feels best in YOUR body?” For those who also want to know the facts,
Read MoreThe Dirty Truth Behind the Healthiest Cooking Oil
Figuring out the “rules” of healthy eating can be downright confusing – and nothing more so than the conflicting misinformation about fats. In this post, Erin reveals the shocking truth about the world’s “healthiest cooking oil” – canola. Even if you’ve long given up this golden liquid, you’re not going to want to miss the
Read MoreThe Red Meat Cancer Scare: Should You Worry?
I’m a huge advocate of knowing the source of your meat, so when the recent WHO study came out regarding the red meat cancer connection, I assumed that it only applied to unhealthy CAFO meats. Many of my patients and friends, however, took the media coverage to mean that the red meat was indeed a real threat.
Read MoreHow To Heal Leaky Gut
In our last post about gut healing, Jennifer explained why you may need a gut healing diet – even if you don’t have digestive problems. Here she walks us through the basics of how to heal leaky gut. ~Emily Oy! So many health conditions seem hopeless, just the emotional drag of it all is enough overwhelm.
Read More12 Ways to Get Picky Eaters to Love Probiotic Foods
If we seem a bit obsessed about probiotics and healthy gut flora around here, it’s probably true. In this post, Naomi shares her top tips for getting picky eaters to love probiotic foods. ~Emily New studies seem to pop up constantly demonstrating yet another way in which probiotics are vital to our health, from gut
Read MoreHow to Optimize Your Diet for Hypothyroidism
[In my clinical practice, I see so many women struggling with thyroid conditions leading to issues with weight, energy, fertility, and more. Medication can sometimes – but not always – help. While food alone is not a quick fix, many doctors underestimate the essential role of diet for hypothyroidism, and some fairly simple adjustments can
Read MoreHealthy Gut Flora: 5 Things More Important Than Probiotics
[We’ve talked a lot before about the health benefits of probiotics – but most folks don’t realize that there’s much more to healthy gut flora than consuming beneficial bacteria in supplements and food. In this enlightening post, Dr. Natcha Maithai explains what you must do for a healthy gut – beyond probiotics. How many of these
Read More7 Tips for Quick and Easy Paleo Meals
[Not all Holistic Squid readers eat a caveman diet, but many have decided to go paleo to improve their health. Debra Dorn shares some of her top tips for quick and easy paleo meals, that actually apply quite well to anyone who wants to eat healthy, home-cooked food – regardless of your diet.] Are you struggling
Read MoreWhy You May Need a Gut Healing Diet – Even if Your Digestion is Fine
[A note from Holistic Squid: I’ve written before about leaky gut – a condition that most doctors won’t mention and can be at the root of so many health problems. In this post, Jennifer Dages shares how to know if you need a gut healing diet – even if you don’t have any symptoms of unhappy digestion.] A
Read MoreMy Secret All Natural Energy Booster
[Holistic Squid’s note: I’ve written before about my family’s favorite ways to eat liver (and why this often snubbed food can be so essential to health). Here Naomi shares her experiences – and eventual success – using liver as a natural energy booster. So cool!] Being tired is an epidemic – I’ll bet at some time
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