by Alyson Chugerman | Dec 12, 2017 | All, Nutrition
I always read up on what’s being touted as the latest superfood. Superfoods are nutrient powerhouses that pack large doses of antioxidants, polyphenols, vitamins, and minerals. Raw cacao, acai, goji berries and chia seeds all have their own special characteristics....
by Alyson Chugerman | Nov 1, 2017 | All, Nutrition
Good nutrition is a large part of any healing protocol. If you’re eating a diet full of foods that contain sugar, artificial colors, preservatives and other chemical additives, you’ll have a difficult time experiencing optimal health. Our bodies need proteins, fats...
by Alyson Chugerman | Oct 25, 2017 | All, Health Concerns, Nutrition, Weight Loss
Recent studies indicate that if Americans do not make some major changes to our food supply and diet, half of us will be obese by the year 2030. Today, 37% of Americans are obese, and an additional 34% are overweight. While a heavier population may be becoming the...
by Alyson Chugerman | Oct 18, 2017 | All, Health Concerns, Nutrition
The word ‘cancer’ tends to hit you in the pit of the stomach, doesn’t it? Many of us know someone with cancer, or have been directly affected by this devastating illness. In fact, global estimates show us that at least 14 million people get cancer each year. And since...
by Alyson Chugerman | Feb 6, 2017 | All, Health Concerns, Mindfulness, Nutrition
Genetically modified organism (GMO) is a term used to describe plants or animals altered via genetic engineering to achieve a certain beneficial trait, such as resistance to disease or tolerance of pesticides. Examples include fish genes injected into strawberries to...
by Alyson Chugerman | Feb 11, 2016 | All, Nutrition
I consider these my top Superfoods because of their powerful characteristics of proteins, essential fatty acids and anti-oxidants. How many have you tried? QUINOA The perfect complete protein. Most commonly considered a grain, quinoa is actually a relative of leafy...
