Going gluten-free can be challenging at first, whether you have Celiac Disease or are just sensitive to gluten-containing grains. Gluten is a protein found in the grains wheat, barley, and rye, and derivatives of these grains (such as kamut, emmer, spelt, farro, emmer, triticale, and eikorn wheat). For people who are intolerant or sensitive to […]
Kefir: The Cultured Dairy Beverage You Should Be Drinking
Confused about the buzz around dairy and whether you should consume it or not? With concerns about lactose intolerance and claims that dairy can increase inflammation, it’s no wonder people are advocating against it. But it’s not always so black and white – in fact, cultured (or fermented) dairy is particularly beneficial. It can often […]
We’ve Got the Fever: It’s Allergy Season
Allergy season is upon us. If you’re one of the millions of bleary-eyed, runny-nosed Americans who struggle with Hay Fever every summer, as the lovely green trees, flowers and grass release their tiny pollen grains into the air, grab a tissue and take a seat. A brand new meta-analysis of 23 studies has confirmed that […]