As mentioned in our blog post on spring detoxification, cruciferous vegetables are a great way to support the detox process. Also called the brassica family of vegetables, these nutrient-dense powerhouses include bok choy, broccoli, brussels...
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By now, we’ve all heard the buzz around bone broth – it has many health benefits, like delivering an array of essential minerals, but its most distinctive benefit is providing collagen. Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body and...
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In nature, spring is a time for rebirth and renewal. As humans, we are affected by the earth’s seasonal changes, and spring is no exception. In fact, this season of new beginnings is also a great time for your body’s own renewal by way of a...
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Part of CCHN’s “Maintain Don’t Gain” holiday challenge is to keep with healthy eating even while on the go – and that includes holiday travel. Dr. Kim’s put together this list of simple and easy snack ideas to...
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Up until recently dietary fats have gotten a bad rap. Meanwhile, carbohydrates became increasingly popular and common. Luckily, the tables are turning as we recognize the health benefits of the right fats. We all need fat in the diet, rather than...
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A huge part of why I am a registered dietitian is because of my love of cooking healthy food. While studying for my previous degree in applied mathematics, I always had Rachael Ray’s 30 meals on the TV in the background (this was pre-talk show)...
Read moreGluten is getting a lot of negative attention these days. Before you go jumping on the latest gluten-free diet trend, learn the facts about gluten, celiac disease, and gluten sensitivity. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. It is...
Read moreMay is National Mental Health Awareness Month and stress is a large component to overall mental health and wellness. In this post we are going to look at some lifestyle choices you can make to improve your stress response and consequently improve...
Read moreIn the United States, we waste an astounding 30-40% of our food supply each year. Worldwide food waste accounts for a tremendous amount of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, coming in just third to GHG emissions in China (#1) and the US (#2). With a...
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