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Delicious Functional Food Smoothie Recipes! 0

Smoothies are a great way to have a quick meal, especially in the morning. The trick is in using the right ingredients. In a recent blog, we examined many commercial smoothies and noted how full of sugar and lacking in fiber they were. A nutritious smoothie ought to have little if any added sugar- what you get from fruit should usually be enough to sweeten it. It should have a reasonable amount of protein and fiber. Both will keep you fuller for longer and seem like a real meal, and a protein rich diet is needed fuel your muscles and give longer term energy.

Sep 09, 2022

Colorectal cancer is shifting to young adults- How to take action to minimize your risk! 0

Colorectal cancers are becoming increasingly common in young adults, even as their incidence falls in older people. Studies in the United States, Canada, and Europe have all found a demographic shift in these cancers, with higher increases in rates for younger adults, and all within just a decade or so.

Sep 08, 2022

Iodine- the Overlooked Element in Health 0

Everyone has heard of Iodine and surely has seen the containers of iodized salt for sale at the supermarket or on your pantry shelf. The fact that standard table salt is iodized is for a reason- Iodine is essential to your health, and getting enough is essential for thyroid health, helping avoid cysts, fetal development, and mental development in childhood.

Aug 31, 2022

Smooth moves- making smart smoothie choices 1

Make your own smoothie with whole fruits or vegetables, fiber additives of your choice, and whichever liquid base you wish that is low calorie, and then add a quality protein powder already sweetened with monk fruit that also contains additional fiber and other nutritional add-ins from a trusted source. We highly recommend the Foundation Gut, Foundation Metabolics, Foundation Hormone, Foundation Synergy, and Meta Kids protein powder lines for smoothie mix-ins. Most come in chocolate, vanilla, and chai flavors.

Aug 26, 2022

Supplements 101- How to make the most of your botanical support system 0

More and more of you are not only taking supplements but have realized their importance as part of a daily regimen. With that in mind, here is a primer for those of you new to the supplement revolution, and a refresher for you veterans from our experts here