Cassava Flour Gingersnaps – Paleo, Grain, Nut and Dairy-free

Cassava Flour Gingersnaps

My Cassava Flour Gingersnaps are sure to please! And with the holidays upon us, it’s the perfect time to indulge in my gluten, grain, and dairy-free gingersnaps that are appropriate for all biotypes. I’ve gotten such good feedback on my paleo cassava flour pumpkin bars that I’ve decided to continue with this most versatile flour […]

Paleo Cassava Flour Pumpkin Bars

Paleo Cassava Flour Pumpkin Bars

My Paleo Cassava Flour Pumpkin Bars are delicious! When I was a little girl my grandmother always made her famous pumpkin bars with cream cheese frosting this time of the year. Today, my mom continues the tradition but I’ve reworked them into a healthier version that’s appropriate for all biotypes. If you’re not familiar with […]

Chicken and Acorn Squash Stew

Paleo, Chicken, Acorn Squash, Stew

My Chicken and Acorn Squash Stew contains one of my most beloved and versatile vegetables: the luscious winter acorn squash. I chose the acorn squash variety for its mild, subtly sweet and nutty flavor, and ability to pair well chicken. This nearly “hands off” stew is going to become a family favorite. And because it’s […]

Omega 3 Use in Pyrrole Disorder Increases Inflammation

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The benefits of omega 3 fatty acids are well known: they protect from heart attack and stroke, regulate cholesterol triglyceride levels, and are healing to the brain and gut. But omega 3 fatty acids are not for everyone, and they are actually inflammatory to individuals with Pyrrole disorder, also known as Pyroluria, Kryptopyrroles, and Mauve […]

Grain-Free Cajun Celeriac Quiche

Grain and Dairy-Free Cajun Celeriac Quiche

My Grain-Free Cajun Celeriac Quiche contains the “holy trinity” of Cajun cooking: onions and peppers but. But this slightly spicy quiche really lets the celeriac shine. This month’s recipe is appropriate for both over and undermethylated individuals. It’s a myth that all green leafy vegetables are exceptionally high in folate, which I cover in my […]

The 4 Underlying Causes of ADD and ADHD in Children

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In 2012, the CDC published its Summary Health Statistics for U.S. Children: National Health Interview Survey. In it, they claimed an estimated 5.9 million U.S. children ages 3-17 were diagnosed with ADHD. This survey also claimed boys were three times more likely than girls to have ADHD, but the statistic that stands out the most […]

Ginger Lemongrass Beef

Ginger Lemongrass Beef

Ginger Lemongrass Beef is this month’s recipe and is a delicious addition to your low-copper diet. It’s loaded with brain loving zinc and is the perfect blend of Asian flavors to tantalize your tastebuds. Serves: 4 Prep Time: 20 minutes Ginger Lemongrass Beef Ingredients: 20 oz grass-fed skirt or flank steak, sliced into 1/2″ wide […]

Banana Cinnamon Ice Cream

Banana Cinnamon Ice Cream

My Banana Cinnamon Ice Cream is perfect for these hot days! It’s been over 100 degrees here in central California. You’d think by now I would be used to it, but growing up in Portland, Oregon, I suppose the heat will never be my normal. I don’t know about you, but when it’s hot out […]

Dangers of Folic Acid Supplements while Pregnant

Pregnant

Folic acid supplementation is not one size fits all for pregnant women. In addition, women should not presume that while you are preparing to get pregnant that you should eat lots of green leafy vegetables. They may or may not be beneficial to you or your child. Even worse, they may be a benefit to […]

The Role of Oxidative Stress in Mental Health Disorders

Stressed person

A recent study from an international team of researchers in Granada (UGR) shows that depression is more than a mental disorder. Their research shows that depression causes alterations in oxidative stress levels and should be considered a systemic disease. The study of nearly 4,000 subjects shows a correlation between measurable oxidative stress levels and the […]