10 easy ways to add more fiber to your diet

Often times, one of the first things I recommend to clients in my 1:1 nutrition program is adding more fiber to their daily meals. From GI health and weight maintenance to decreasing risk of heart disease, high fiber foods are perhaps one of the most overlooked ways we can improve our health.

Unfortunately, most Americans only get about 50% of their recommended fiber intake. But not to worry! Today I’m sharing 10 of the simplest ways to increase your fiber intake and reap all the benefits of this amazing nutrient. You’ll quickly see that adding more fiber is easy, quick and doesn’t require any serious changes to your diet. In fact, fiber rich foods are some of the most delicious!

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What to have in your Herbal Medicine Cabinet

Here’s a secret you need to know: Herbs and natural remedies work best when taken at the first sign of illness. Herbs can stop sickness in its tracks if taken soon enough and at the right potency. So eat these foods, mix these remedies, take these herbs and Stay Well!

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3 Horseradish Recipes to Boost Immunity

Whether it’s fighting the flu and respiratory disorders or combating tonsillitis and urinary tract infections, horseradish is a condiment that can help keep you healthy. Nearly every part of the horseradish plant seems to have some medicinal value.

Horseradish contains significant amounts of cancer-fighting compounds called glucosinolates, which increase the liver’s ability to detoxify carcinogens and may suppress the growth of tumors.

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3 Steps to Protect Your Health from Your Hobby

Do you have a hobby that you love but may not be good for your health? Whether you enjoy fixing cars, woodworking, running, cycling or jewelry making. Your hobby may be stressing your respiratory health more than you know. For me, I love to paint with pastels. The vivid color in pastels come from cadmium and other toxic metals, and when applied, produce a lot of dust, not so great for my lungs. I have tried other mediums yet nothing intrigues me like the pastels. So despite the health risks, I slap on a face mask, ensure I have good ventilation, take herbal chelation for the heavy metals and love my time painting.

So what can you do naturally to protect yourself?

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Now Open-From Scratch Cooking School

After years of giving advice to my clients on how to eat, I'm so excited to be getting in the kitchen with you. Too many times have I heard from my clients that growing up they were not welcomed in the kitchen or never encouraged to help prepare meals. It breaks my culinary heart to hear those words. I have such fond childhood memories that revolved around being in the kitchen that I believe that was why I chose to become a professional chef as my first career.

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