I have spent almost 20 years treating patients with many different types of health problems from autoimmune diseases to mood disorders. In addition, many patients visit me for advice on how to lose weight. Often times, they have tried many diets and they are getting lack-luster results. In the earlier years, I didn’t realize the one common thread that ran …
The True Power of Greens
Most people are aware that adding greens to their daily diet can provide health benefits, but they probably don’t know exactly why these super foods can make a difference. Leafy greens have been popularized mostly for being rich in vitamins and minerals like vitamin C, vitamin E, B vitamins, iron, magnesium and potassium. Also touted for their antioxidant activity, both …
What are bitters? And why you need more of these in your daily diet
Written by Dr. Jennifer Stagg The only exposure you may have had previously to the term ‘bitters’ is as a cocktail ingredient. Those are indeed in the category of bitters as they are an alcoholic preparation infused with botanical ingredients to intentionally impart a bitter flavor to drinks. Beyond alcoholic beverages, bitters are widely distributed in many other foods. Bitters …