Creamy Summer Tromboncino Squash Soup. The original recipe called for zucchini, but I substituted tromboncino squash. You can use organic vegetable stock or homemade chicken stock. If you are cooking for one or two people, you may want to freeze half of it for later. The soup should last in the fridge for up to…
Gluten-free Peach Cobbler from Ela Family Farms! Next stop at the Farmer’s market is Ela’s Family Farms for fresh peaches, dried apples and Aaron’s favorite, raspberry peach jam! The lovely Jeni (pictured above on left) always greets us with a cheerful smile and samples of fresh-cut peaches or dried apples! This week we picked up…
Dr Jill’s Lamb Stew From Triple M Bar Ranch. First off I’d like to feature the folks at Triple M Bar Ranch, David & Mary (a.k.a “the lamb lady”) These lovely people were our first stop this weekend to pick of some fresh lamb pieces for stew. My husband is the happy recipient of my cooking…
Boulder Farmer’s Market Favorites! Hey readers… please stay tuned! This week I’ll be blogging about some of my favorite venders and fresh produce at the Boulder Farmer’s Market… and encouraging YOU to support your local organic and sustainable farms. I’ll be featuring delicious recipes, insider tips to get the best produce, and introducing you to some…
10 Simple Rules to Healthy Grocery Shopping Habits. Are you boggled by the confusing array of suggestions for a healthy diet? Are you overwhelmed when shopping for your family and trying to feed them good food? Well, here are ten simple rules when eating that may simplify your life! Eating REAL, fresh food, will treat and…
Got Enough Folate or Folic Acid? Why it’s Important to Get it Right! Folates are abundant in the diet but these compounds are readily destroyed by cooking or processing. The best sources are thought to be dark leafy greens. Sprouts, fruits, brewer’s yeast, and organ meats, like liver & kidney are also good sources. …
Yummy Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Breakfast Bars! GLUTEN-FREE, GRAIN-FREE BREAKFAST BARS 1 ¼ cup blanched almond flour ¼ teaspoon celtic sea salt ¼ teaspoon baking soda ¼ cup grapeseed oil 1/8 cup pure molasses 1/8 cup of pure organic maple syrup 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut ¼ cup pumpkin seeds…
Reviews and Comparisons of Almond Milk: Best & Worst. Are you looking for a dairy-free, soy-free alternative to milk? Almond and coconut milks are delicious and healthy alternatives. If you own a juicer, it is quite simple to make your own… however, if you want to try commercially available brands, I’ve tried them all and…
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder triggered by gluten, a protein in wheat, barley, rye and spelt. Currently, the only treatment available is the adoption of a lifelong gluten free diet, which is made particularly challenging due to the prevalence of wheat in western diets. It is an excellent example of environmental challenge meeting gene…
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD) may be linked to genetics, but an unhealthy diet will exaggerate symptoms, even in individuals not predisposed. Simply eliminating foods that cause symptoms can be helpful but adding key nutrients back into your diet will have an even greater impact. Individuals with ADHD may be sensitive to sugar, processed foods and…
Stewed Apples with Cinnamon-Healing Recipe for a Healthy Gut. Stewed Healing Apples and Immune Cofactors Stewed Healing Apples and Immune Cofactors Foods confer information to humans through the direct delivery of micro and macronutrients via different signalling mechanisms. The immune system in the gastrointestinal system is a highly active component of human health and its…
Here are 10 Lessons on Diet Longevity Non-Industrialized Cultures Characteristics of Traditional Diets The diets of healthy, nonindustrialized peoples contain no refined or denatured foods or ingredients, such as refined sugar or high fructose corn syrup; white flour; canned foods; pasteurized, homogenized, skim or lowfat milk; refined or hydrogenated vegetable oils; protein powders; artificial vitamins;…
Recent studies have shown that we actually acquire more toxins through skin absorption and inhalation than we do through the foods that we eat Toxic Beauty. Do You Know What’s in Your Products?. This makes our personal care products a big contender in our overall health and well-being. If you feel like you are eating…
Here are some of Top Ten Tips for Your Best Mind & Body this year! Dr Jill’s favorite health & weight loss tips to get you in the best shape for 2012~ 1. Break the Sugar Habit The average American is sugar-logged, consuming more than 140 pounds of added caloric sweeteners per year, according to…
If you’re at all concerned about your health—whether you want to gain health or maintain it—nutrition is paramount. In fact, your diet accounts for about 80 percent of the health benefits reaped from a healthy lifestyle, with the remaining 20 percent from exercise. So what makes for a nutritionally sound diet? First and foremost, a…
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), the most common metabolic disorder of reproductive-age women in the United States, is generally known as a reproductive disorder but is also associated with life threatening medical illnesses. In the U.S., six million reproductive-age women are affected with the syndrome. PCOS is generally considered a syndrome rather than a disease because it manifests…
Boosting your immunity is important for coping with the cold and flu season. Of course, getting a flu shot with dubious efficacy is not one of them. All vaccines depress the immune system and can cause lifelong neurological damage and autoimmune diseases. 10 Tips to Boost Your Immune System Elderberry extracts or syrups have been…
Dr. Jill’s 5 Pervasive Toxic Chemicals That Could be Lurking in your Home A typical American comes in regular contact with 6,000 chemicals and an untold number of potentially toxic substances on a less frequent basis. There are about 75,000 chemicals regularly manufactured and imported by U.S. industries, so you could potentially be exposed to…
30 Easy Ways to Increase Your Intake of Cancer Fighting Fruits & Veggies. Vegetables and fruits are excellent sources of vitamins, minerals and fiber essential for health. In addition, they contain a class of nutrients called phytonutrients that are important cancer fighters. Nearly 4000 phytonutrients have been discovered. To get a full spectrum of these…
Lifestyle Tips to Reduce Your Risk of Cancer. There are several other things you can do for yourself, not only to prevent cancer, but to make sure you have the best chance of recovery if you do get it. It’s especially important to recognize that you do have power over many factors that could cause…