NB: Free range, organic non-GMO ingredients recommended Ingredients1 4lb whole chickenTwo sweet potatoes twice wrapped in aluminum foilTwo white potatoes twice wrapped in aluminum foil1 onion, choppedSalt and pepper to taste Directions Place wrapped potatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker Place bird breast side down on top of potatoes Sprinkle bird with salt […]
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Vitamin A (Retinol)-Antioxidant-Prevents night blindness (nyctalopia)-Helps with repair and maintenance of epithelial tissues-Helps bone and teeth formationBeware: antibiotics, laxatives and some cholesterol lowering drugs interfere w/absorptionSources: Dark green leafy veges (kale, chard, cauliflower, broccoli, arugula, radicchio, spinach, asparagus), orange and yellow skinned fruit and veges (carotenoid); red meat (retinol)Dosage: 700 mcg for females, 900 mcg
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B1 (Thiamine Pyrophosphate) -Enhances circulation-Helps nerve function and cognition-Aids with carbohydrate metabolismBeware: deficiencies seen with alcoholics, antibiotics and oral contraceptive use Sources: whole grains, wheat germ, brewer’s yeastRDA: 20-25 mg/day B2 (Riboflavin) (active forms: FAD or FMN)-Necessary for RBC formation, antibody production and cell growth-Allows body to maintain serotonin levelsBeware: deficiencies with oral contraceptives, alcohol, antibiotics
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As always organic, non-GMO ingredients recommended Ingredients¼ cup shredded coconut¼ of an avocado½ cup spinach (packed; fresh or frozen)½ cup berries (fresh or frozen- I use raspberries)½ cup non-dairy milk1 cup water1 cup ice1 scoop plant based protein powder (optional) Directions Combine all ingredients in a blender of your choosing (I love my Vitamix), starting
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Email #11: AG Energy Balls (no baking required) This recipe is easy to make, satisfying and nutritious enough to eat for breakfast. I hope you enjoy them as much as we have over the years! Ingredients1 cup old-fashioned oats (gluten free preferable)½ cup almond butter or sunflower seed butter½ cup ground flaxseed or flaxseed meal½
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In this HealthBit I wanted to explore the various types of oils available for cooking and for what they’re best used. If you are unfamiliar with the term “smoke point,” what it refers to is the point at which the oil starts to smoke when heated. Oils with a high smoke point are best for
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Email #10: Epigenetics 101 Dictionary.com, defines epigenetics as follows: “Genetics. the study of the process by which genetic information is translated into the substance and behavior of an organism: specifically, the study of the way in which the expression of heritable traits is modified by environmental influences or other mechanisms without a change to the
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Preheat oven to 250 degrees Ingredients30 mini gluten free pretzels30 Hershey kisses30 semi sweet morsels Directions Line baking sheet with parchment paper for easy clean-up Place pretzels on baking sheet Place Hershey kiss on top Bake for four minutes Remove from oven Press morsels into into the top so all three are stuck together Let
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Email #8: Move Over Table Salt This week I want to bring to your attention the wonderful world that is the human gut. There is so much more to the gut than science originally recognized. To break it down as simply as possible, I went with bullet points for this Inspired Health post. Hope this
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(N.B. Organic, fair trade, free range, non-GMO, gluten free/dairy free ingredients recommended) Ingredients3 lbs boneless chicken breasts (cleaned and trimmed)1 bottle barbecue sauce (18oz)2 tbsp mustard1 tbsp garlic powder¼ cup coconut sugar (or brown sugar) Directions Pour bottle of barbecue sauce into the slow cooker Add garlic powder, mustard, and sugar Mix well Add chicken
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