Proteins are often associated with meat, cheese, and other dairy products – but did you know that vegetables offer them as well? If you’re looking to get your daily dose of protein without adding meat to your diet, a good way to do it is to combine vegetables into your smoothies. What are proteins? A protein is a chain of amino acids – like … Continue reading Put some protein in your smoothie with these 5 vegetables
Pumpkin seeds found to lower blood sugar levels
The phrase “big things come in small packages” could very well be talking about pumpkin seeds. The flat, oval-shaped seeds are equal parts healthy and delicious, making them a great addition to soups, salads, and desserts. Researchers from the University of Nottingham in the U.K. revealed that these seeds can even help manage blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. The … Continue reading Pumpkin seeds found to lower blood sugar levels
Beat Candida and balance your gut health with these 20 anti-fungal foods
Patients with a candida infection need to eat as many anti-fungal foods as possible. These healthy foods kill the yeast by starving them of sugar and breaking down candida’s cellular walls. One of the best anti-fungal foods is coconut oil. It contains caprylic acid and lauric acid which support the immune system. Apple cider vinegar has enzymes … Continue reading Beat Candida and balance your gut health with these 20 anti-fungal foods
10 Healthy vegetarian snacks you can enjoy any time of the day
If you have decided to commit to healthy eating, make vegetarian snacks a part of your diet. You don’t have to be strictly vegetarian to enjoy these guilt-free, tasty snacks, and finding ones that are easy to prepare isn’t challenging. You can whip up these 10 nutritious snacks in no time and enjoy them at home or on … Continue reading 10 Healthy vegetarian snacks you can enjoy any time of the day
Tips for getting more protein into a vegetarian diet
Protein is an integral part of a healthy diet. It is essential for the synthesis of many things that the body needs. Protein also helps maintain good health; for instance, adequate intake of protein helps prevent muscle loss associated with aging. Protein can be derived from various food sources, the most abundant of which are lean meats, poultry, … Continue reading Tips for getting more protein into a vegetarian diet
The Top 5 Healthiest Seeds
Source: The Top 5 Healthiest Seeds by Dr. Edward Group; I previously posted my list of different types of nuts that are healthy and nutritious. Like nuts, seeds are a vital part of our diet. Seeds are high in fiber, vitamin E and monounsaturated fats that can help keep our heart healthy and our body disease free. … Continue reading The Top 5 Healthiest Seeds
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 