A scan down my bookshelf is like a journey through my nutritional philosophies and food adventures for the past 15 years, each book bringing a different layer of consciousness to the way I eat. First up, the vegetarian days... The Moosewood Cookbook Despite the fact that I no longer think a vegetarian diet is ideal for my body or the health of our planet, The Moosewood Cookbook by Molly Katzen is still one of my favorites. … [Read more...] about 8 Books That Have Changed The Way I Eat
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Holistic Squid Reading List
Books that have changed the way I eat The Moosewood Cookbook Despite the fact that I no longer think a vegetarian diet is ideal for my body or the health of our planet, The Moosewood Cookbook by Molly Katzen is still one of my favorites. My current copy is not my own, but borrowed from my best friend, Jes, many years ago. When I was fresh out of college, I explored the world of culinary adventures working in French and … [Read more...] about Holistic Squid Reading List
Overwhelmed By The Real Food Lifestyle?
REAL food is essential to optimal health. But unfortunately, most of our modern dietary habits focus on marketing and convenience rather than true nourishment. Modern foods are over-processed in a factory, packaged in colorful cardboard boxes or plastic bottles, shipped across the world, and designed to have an infinite shelf life. 'Real' food is the food we humans crave and have been thriving on for millennia: … [Read more...] about Overwhelmed By The Real Food Lifestyle?
Why Common Stomach Flu Remedies Can Make Things Worse – and What to do Instead
As a kid, every time I was sick in bed with the stomach flu, I remember sipping ice-cold ginger ale or juice through a straw or slurping on brightly colored popsicles. Unfortunately (and despite my mother's best intentions - thanks, Mom!) these common stomach flu remedies can actually make things worse. Stomach flu remedies - what to avoid For starters, it's important to avoid icy drinks and raw foods when your digestive … [Read more...] about Why Common Stomach Flu Remedies Can Make Things Worse – and What to do Instead
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Folks ask me all the time what supplements I use for my family, where to find the best and most affordable real food staples, and for suggestions on healthy living products from water filters to cleaning supplies. Below is a comprehensive guide to products that I whole-heartedly recommend. The brands listed in the categories below are quality vendors that I believe in and purchase from myself. Please know that many links … [Read more...] about Check out my favorite products…
What Would Emily Do? (8/7 Edition)
Baby with Lingering Cough - Teen with Psoriasis - Gelatin Lovin' - Too Much Cod Liver Oil? - Organic Cotton in Clothing - Weight Loss Struggles - Natural Treatment for Ovarian Cysts My inbox runneth over with questions from readers wondering - What would Emily do - about Real food and holistic health topics. I’ve created this Q&A to get your questions answered and for other folks to benefit from the answers too. In … [Read more...] about What Would Emily Do? (8/7 Edition)
Soy is Not a Smart Solution for Menopausal Symptom Relief
Call me a scrooge, but I'm not personally a fan of those cynical 'over-the-hill' birthday cards that lament each passing year as an embarrassing inevitability. Having lost my dad to cancer when he was only 57 and I was still a teen, I have a deep respect for the privilege of growing older. While I admittedly am not in love with my new grey hairs and smile lines, I do appreciate the banked life experiences and little sparks … [Read more...] about Soy is Not a Smart Solution for Menopausal Symptom Relief
Natural Remedies for Sinus Infections – Alternatives to Antibiotics
I get questions nearly every week on my Facebook wall about natural remedies for sinus infections. Sinusitis can be downright miserable - your whole head throbbing with pain, congestion, plus a raw nose from constant blowing. I see folks in my office all the time in search of ways to treat sinus infections without antibiotics, and thankfully there are some super effective natural remedies for sinus infections that will … [Read more...] about Natural Remedies for Sinus Infections – Alternatives to Antibiotics
Home Remedies For Kidney Stones
I've talked before about how to treat UTIs naturally, and in this post, Jaclyn shares her personal experience with EFFECTIVE home remedies for kidney stones. ~Emily If you've ever given birth, you know that the hours of excruciating pain are so worth it... when the doctor hands you that sweet baby, all that pain just evaporates. But if you've ever passed a kidney stone, you may be all too familiar with a "birthing" pain … [Read more...] about Home Remedies For Kidney Stones
Phytic Acid, The Bane of Grains
Many health-conscious folks eat whole grains and seeds as a healthy source of fiber and nutrients. So, you may be surprised to learn that grains contain a substance called phytic acid, which acts as an anti-nutrient, blocking the absorption of essential minerals. Mineral deficiency is associated with a whole host of conditions: anemia, bone problems, tooth decay, depression, anxiety, hormone imbalance and much, much … [Read more...] about Phytic Acid, The Bane of Grains
Wise Nutrition: 16 Ways To Adopt A Real Food Lifestyle
Wise nutrition tells us that REAL food is essential to optimal health, but unfortunately most of our modern dietary habits focus on marketing and convenience rather than true nourishment. Modern foods are over-processed in a factory, packaged in colorful cardboard boxes or plastic bottles, shipped across the world and designed to have an infinite shelf life. 'Real' food is the food we humans crave and have been thriving … [Read more...] about Wise Nutrition: 16 Ways To Adopt A Real Food Lifestyle
How 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 go a long way to support both relief from symptoms and true healing. ~ Holistic … [Read more...] about How to Optimize Your Diet for Hypothyroidism