Did you know that most of our body's immune system is in the gut? I didn't either, but it changes how I think about both my gut and my immune system. Let me share how. Research has established that our immune system is mostly in our gut, in the lining and walls of our intestines. (See the bottom of this blog for specific references.) When we eat foods that our body doesn’t recognize, such as ultra processed foods or foods with additives, there is a lot of wear and tear in o

We hear a lot about antioxidants and we know that they are supposed to be good for us. But do you know why and how they can help you age well? Let's dig a little deeper into this compound. I actually don’t like the term anti-aging. Aging is a natural part of living and changing. What I mean by anti-aging is aging without the aches and pains we so often associate with aging. One reason for these ailments is inflammation in our bodies that cause a whole range of “itis” illn

I am not a breakfast lover. I don't wake up hungry and excited about cooking up a nutritious breakfast. I am more of a "coffee and more coffee now" kind of girl. But as I have been working on my health coaching certifications I have learned that breakfast is an important meal, especially for kids and for everyone who is getting ready for a busy day. Breakfast helps fuel our days, setting us up for success at school and work. Research also shows that eating breakfast great