Author: Nicola Schuler, Functional Medicine practitioner and Certified Nutritionist, MNT
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14 Foods that Increase Blood Flow
Good blood flow is vital for optimal health. There are many foods that increase blood flow, and they can be easily incorporated into your daily diet
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The Sweet Benefits of Raw Honey
Honey is a delicious, sweet, sticky substance that has many health benefits. It contains over 180 substances that contribute to its health benefits.
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9 Foods That Reduce Cortisol (Including Chocolate!)
With a whole-foods diet low in processed items, and these cortisol-reducing foods, you are on your way to a diet that helps manage stress!
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Healthiest Types of Nuts
Go Nuts for Nuts, but what are nuts? Nuts have been a part of our diet since prehistoric times (1). The healthiest nuts are very nutrient-dense, rich in unsaturated fat, high-quality protein, fiber, minerals, and phytonutrients (such as tocopherols, phytosterols, and phenolic compounds) (2). They are low in glycemic index and have a relatively low…
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Is High Oleic Sunflower Oil Good or Bad for You?
What is High Oleic Sunflower Oil? High Oleic Sunflower Oil (HOSO) is a type of vegetable oil made from sunflower seeds. It is made by pressing the seeds. It has a neutral taste, unlike many other oil options for cooking. It is specially produced to be high in oleic acid and low in linoleic acid…