candidiasis

Just a Spoonful of Sugar…

Many people are confused about the different types of sugar and sweeteners available today, how to use them, and whether they are healthy and safe.

Gimme more »

Beet Envy

There is something about the New Year that has me in the mood for pickled beets. Now that they are in season, here is an easy, delicious recipe for them.

Gimme more »

Stevia: Traditional Medicinal or Modern Pseudo-Food?

If you haven’t heard yet, sugar is bad for you: it converts to fat in your liver, it severely compromises your immune system, it contributes to both insulin resistance and high levels of “bad” LDL cholesterol in your blood, and it fosters nutrient deficiencies and the demineralization of your bones and teeth. This is why [...]

Gimme more »

A Bittersweet Goodbye to Agave

Many people don’t realize that the concentrated fructose in agave is worse for you than high amounts of glucose, especially if you are diabetic.

Gimme more »

Coconut Water Kefir and Probiotic Pudding

Young coconut water is best fermented by adding either water kefir grains or a prepared kefir powder to it. Kefir is a unique combination of probiotic bacteria and healthy yeast which consume the sugars in the coconut water, making the drink bubbly and delicious.

Gimme more »