Dirty Dozen Guide to Food Chemicals
The top 12 to avoidOur food should be nourishing and safe to eat. But more than 10,000 chemicals, some of which are potentially toxic, are allowed in cereal, snacks, meatContinue Reading
The top 12 to avoidOur food should be nourishing and safe to eat. But more than 10,000 chemicals, some of which are potentially toxic, are allowed in cereal, snacks, meatContinue Reading
Caffeine can slightly increase calcium loss via the kidneys. Avoid drinking heavy amounts of coffee or tea exactly at mealtime, as the tannins can slightly interfere with calcium absorption –Continue Reading
Ashwagandha is an Adaptogenic Herb. Its key active components are withanolides, which are steroidal lactones that help manage stress, reduce cortisol, and improve anxiety. It supports brain function, sleep quality,Continue Reading
Dates are sweet, nutrient-dense stone fruits from the Phoenix dactylifera palm tree, cultivated for over 6,000 years. High in fiber, potassium, and antioxidants, they provide sustained energy, support digestive health,Continue Reading
In the architecture of health, refined sugar is the “corrosive” that dissolves the very “Calcium Lock” you are trying to build. It is perhaps the most significant dietary driver ofContinue Reading
Mediterranean Diet Plant based, not meat based “The foundation of the Mediterranean diet is plant foods. That means meals are built around vegetables, fruits, herbs, nuts, beans and whole grains. Continue Reading
Plant-Based 101 What do I eat? Keep it simple—eat whole, unprocessed foods derived from plants. Why? The benefits of a healthy lifestyle are enormous. When you adopt a whole-food, plant-basedContinue Reading
Red and Processed Meat Studies, such as the UK Women’s Cohort Study, show that red and processed meat, like hot dogs and bacon, can increase breast cancer risk. The Nurses’Continue Reading
Garlic is a “bioactive powerhouse” that serves as both an anti-inflammatory agent for your bones and a detoxification catalyst for your breast tissue. It contains over 30 sulfur compounds, theContinue Reading
Ginger is popular in both traditional Western herbalism and Eastern medicine (Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine) for its potent compounds like gingerol. Can be used for anti-nausea, digestive aid, andContinue Reading
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is your “Biological Switch.” Its active compound, Curcumin, is one of the most studied phytonutrients for the Bone-Breast Axis because it acts as a natural Selective EstrogenContinue Reading
Onions are often the unsung heroes of the “Bone-Breast Axis.” While they share the sulfur-rich DNA of garlic, they possess a unique flavonoid called Quercetin that makes them a specializedContinue Reading
Leeks are the “gentle giants” of the Allium family. While they share the sulfur-rich DNA of garlic and the quercetin of onions, leeks offer a unique nutritional profile that specializesContinue Reading
Nutritional Yeast Also called “nooch”, it is essentially deactivated yeast that provides a savory, cheesy flavor along with a unique profile of protective nutrients. Fortification: Most nutritional yeast is heavilyContinue Reading
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