The Story of an Urban Mystic
In the early sixties, I was a very bright student. In the spring of 1963, my world was shattered when my mother died of breast cancer. Almost overnight I was uprooted from my home in Utah. We moved in with my aunt in California. Six months later … READ MORE
We’ve Adapted to Foods not on the Paleo Diet
Correction: Some people have adapted to relatively new foods not on the traditional Paleo Diet. This is where The Modern Paleo Diet comes in. Let’s explore some of the foods that you may be able to eat that are not on the traditional Paleo Diet. READ MORE
The Benefits of the Modern Paleo Diet
The Modern Paleo Diet has so many health benefits including disease prevention, resolution of numerous health conditions, reduced acidity, weight loss, improved blood lipids, regulation of blood sugar, reducing inflammation and longevity. READ MORE
Complete List of Artificial Sweeteners
I felt it important to provide you with a complete list of all the artificial sweeteners I could find. This list reveals safety, brand names, calories, GMO concerns, side effects, and a description of each artificial sweetener. READ MORE
Dangerous Artificial Sweeteners
The health consequences of consuming artificial sweeteners are shocking. Many cancers have increased when an artificial sweetener has come onto the market. It is very important to know which sweeteners are safe and which are deadly. READ MORE
Safe Natural Sweeteners
Can’t live without some sweetness? Not to fear! You can have sweeteners, but there are some cautions even with “safe” natural sweeteners. Let’s illustrate the pros and cons, including GMO concerns, of Stevia, Xylitol, and Lakanto, the safest natural sweeteners. READ MORE
Synthetic vs Food based Vitamins
There is a big debate out there whether you should be taking natural or synthetic vitamins. Previously, I had written a blog post trying to convince people to avoid synthetic vitamins, but I’ve changed my position on this issue. Learn about the debate behind synthetic vs … READ MORE
Hope for Osteoporosis Without Drugs
Osteoporosis is a condition in which bones have weakened and are more likely to break. Fractures from osteoporosis can result in pain, disability, and sometimes death. No matter what your age, you need to be thinking about prevention. READ MORE
A Day in Your Toxic Life
Let me take you on a walk through your daily life so you can picture just how toxic modern life has become. The average person has 700 synthetic chemicals in their body. You must detox these chemicals from your body. READ MORE
14 Heart Healthy Foods to Help Reverse Hardened Arteries Naturally
Atherosclerosis, also known as “hardening of the arteries,” occurs when fat, cholesterol, and other substances build up in the walls of arteries and form hard structures called plaques. READ MORE
Why is Nutrition So Confusing?
When I first started studying nutrition, I didn’t know what to believe. I would read one theory in nutrition that was proven and then read the exact opposite — that was totally proven. This article serves to help you understand why there is so much conflicting … READ MORE
Relieve Allergies Naturally
Allergies include seasonal allergies, hay fever, pet, dust and mold allergies. Allergies reflect an overactive immune system. Learn surprising things that cause them and how to relieve allergies naturally. READ MORE
What Kind of Water Should I Drink?
The answer to this question lays the basic foundation of health. When I first asked myself this question, I began a quest that left me frustrated and bewildered. There are too many options! This article serves to demystify what kind of water you should drink. READ MORE
Trouble Losing Weight? Balance your Body’s Biochemistry
If diet and exercise are not working for you, there are many reasons that you are over eating or your body is resistant to weight loss. For years, I was missing the following pieces of the puzzle that left me unable to lose weight. READ MORE
