The Underappreciated Gallbladder

The Underappreciated Gallbladder

Every other person you come across is missing their gallbladder. We have been told we don’t need it. Doctors say, “It really isn’t necessary. However, you will need to take this prescription for the rest of your life if you get it taken...
Our Liver: the Master Filter

Our Liver: the Master Filter

Ten years ago, I wouldn’t have even known where my liver was in my body, let alone what it does! Now I protect it and care for it as best as I can. Without a healthy Liver, your whole system will suffer. The liver has over 500 functions in the body! It has...
Ketosis 101

Ketosis 101

What Are These Ketones Everyone Is Talking About? If you’ve read some of my past posts, you’ve probably already figured out that on the Ketogenic diet you burn Fat in the form of Ketones. But what are these magical Ketones that your body can use for fuel while...
4 Metabolic Myths Debunked

4 Metabolic Myths Debunked

Does this sound familiar? “I eat 6 small meals a day to keep my metabolism high and I count my calories. It was working great for about 6 months. Then I plateaued. I don’t eat anymore than I was, and the weight is creeping back up! I then tried to workout...
Constipation: That “Dirty” Word

Constipation: That “Dirty” Word

But, isn’t it funny how it is the topic of discussion among new moms about their babies? And then among girlfriends in their 40’s and older? “How are you Eating, Sleeping and Pooping?!!!” The fundamentals of life. It is one of the most...
Nutritional Myths Exposed — Part 2

Nutritional Myths Exposed — Part 2

“Make the lie big, make it simple, keep saying it, and eventually they will believe it.” This is part II to my Nutritional Myths Exposed series. (If you missed Part I, you can read it here.) The first five were Myths that I believe apply to almost...