How exactly collard greens’ sulfur-containing phytonutrients (phyto = plant) prevent a wide variety of cancers is not clear, but research points to the ability of components known as “glucosinolates” and “cysteine sulfoxides” to activate detoxifying enzymes in the liver that neutralize potentially carcinogenic (cancer-causing) substances.
1 cup of cooked Collard Greens contains:

704 mcg of Vitamin K
5945 [...]

Fats are perceived as the “root of all evil” these days. Saturated fat is considered especially dangerous.  So-called “healthy eating” focuses on eating foods low in fat. Despite this focus on low fat products, obesity is at its highest point in history. As a population today we eat far less saturated fat levels compared to [...]

There are many ways to stabilize your blood sugar naturally.
Cinnamon – is an amazing ingredient (it’s actually tree bark).  It is a very powerful antioxidant and it helps stabilize blood sugar levels.  You can add cinnamon to your coffee, yogurt, fruit, etc. to enhance the flavor and make you feel better.  Adding cinnamon to food [...]

Different vegetables have different cooking times.  I have grouped some together here for you to make meal time a little easier.  One of the healthiest ways to saute vegetables is in a fry pan on medium heat with 3 or 4 Tbsps of low-sodium, no-MSG vegetable or chicken broth.  Cover and simmer for the [...]

I am not a fan of fruit juice.  There are a few reasons
1) It pasteurized (i.e. boiled) which means that most of the vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients (phyto = plant) get destroyed
2) Synthetic vitamins and minerals, like ascorbic acid and calcium carbonate, get added back in because they were destroyed in the pasteurization process.  These [...]

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Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) is the NUMBER 1 KILLER of men and women in North American. Since 1984, more women than man die from CVD every year. Here are the top 6 killers of women and men in order:
Top 6 Killers of Women
1) Cardiovascular Disease (CVD)
2) Cancer (lung, breast, colon…)
3) Respiratory/Lung Disease
4) [...]

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Imagine building a house without a foundation. It may stay standing for awhile, but eventually it will start to shift and crack and eventually collapse. Starting the day with a healthy breakfast should be considered as important to your body as a solid foundation is to a house. The word breakfast [...]

As a Registered Nutritionist, I have clients who come to me with a variety of ailments seeking to restore balance in their body. In this series “Habits for Vitality”, I’m going to give you some basic habits to incorporate into your life to help you make the changes necessary to live an Optimal Life.
“What should [...]

As a Registered Nutritionist, I have clients who come to me with a variety of ailments seeking to restore balance in their body. In this series “Habits for Vitality”, I’m going to give you some basic habits to incorporate into your life to help you make the changes necessary to live an Optimal Life.
No Matter [...]

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Based on the 2007 Canadian Cancer Society report, 39% of women and 44% of men will develop cancer in their lifetimes. On the basis of current mortality rates, 24% of women and 28% of men will die from cancer. Lung cancer is by far the leading cause of premature death for [...]