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Food Allergies: Hidden Sources of Gluten And Other Food Allergens

Experts say that 1 out of every 100 people could have gluten sensitivity or Celiac’s Disease. If you suspect you have issues with gluten, get testing, since a mind boggling amount of foods contain gluten. The best way to stir clear is to cook with whole foods that are naturally gluten free, such as meats, fish, poultry, vegetables, fruits, and oils. Or seek out delicious gluten-free cooking sauces to make healthy meals at home.

Could It Be Orthorexia?

Most people working in the health field have some familiarity with disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, and emotional overeating, but few could imagine that there is another disorder on the horizon that could tax to your time and mind, and have potential health implications as well.

Flat Belly

Ok, Day 5 in the series — are you feeling better yet? I hope so! Even for people with an overall healthy digestive system, keeping a flat belly can be a challenge. For those of us who suffer from bloating, upset stomachs and other digestive ailments, sometimes, it can feel like it’s downright impossible. But, […]

Vitamin E

Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant in the human body, protecting from damage caused by free radicals. Cell membranes are made primarily from lipids, which are highly susceptible to oxidative damage.

Fat

Fat in our food gets a lot of negative press. It’s hard to believe that fat represents anything besides unwelcome calories or a risk factor for heart disease. But fats play many important roles in human health besides providing calories. For example, your brain is actually 2/3 fat, and the protective covering surrounding nerves is 70% fat.

Shopping, Cooking & Eating Healthier

Maintaining a healthy weight, or getting to that healthy weight, is not about dieting. It’s about celebrating food, about eating the foods that you already love but making them a little (or a lot) healthier, based on how you shop, cook and eat now.

The Omega-3 Battle

Think of omega-3s as the oils that keep our brains and hearts from getting rusty. Studies show that these essential fatty acids can help prevent cardiovascular disease and some scientists believe they are also beneficial for the brain and nervous system. But recent findings point out that not all omega-3s are created equal.

In The Kitchen with Liz

Prevention Magazine’s editor-in-chief, Liz Vaccariello, invited me on her show, ‘In the Kitchen With Liz’ to talk about healthy foods. The first video focuses on a delicious and heart-healthy smoothie!