Month: December 2013

Portion Distortion: How Clever Serving Sizes, Packaging & Labels Fool You Into Eating More

Did you know that you are more likely to overeat from a wide container than a tall one? Did you also know that you are constantly being tricked into eating more thanks to deceiving marketing practices? A few months ago I read a fascinating article in Nutrition Action about serving and package shapes and sizes …

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Vegan Cream of Broccoli Soup

Broccoli, celery, onion, and garlic- these are basic ingredients of this wholesome, warming, and nutrient-dense soup. This cream of broccoli soup is a great low-cal, high-nutrient food that makes a great meal-in-a-bowl and is amazing for detoxification and reducing inflammation. A cup of broccoli contains 2.6g of protein, 135% of your recommended daily intake of …

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The Essential Natural Travel Kit

There is no bigger bummer than getting sick during a long-awaited vacation. Whether you are dealing with digestive upsets or a sore throat, pack my natural travel kit in your suitcase and you can travel worry-free! The longer I have been exposed to the world of herbs and other holistic remedies the more convinced I …

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