There’s nothing better than the aroma of a freshly baked loaf of bread. This is an easy gluten free, dairy free and egg free version of everyday sandwich bread. NO: gluten, dairy, egg, soy, nuts, fish , shellfish Sandwich Bread Ingredients: Dry 2 1/3 C  Bob’s GLUTEN FREE All Purpose Flour mix (or your own mix) 1/3 C  Coconut Flour 1/4 C   Organic Sugar 1 T  Xanthan gum 1 t   Salt 3 t   Baking powder 2...

The nutrition label located on each and every food item,  will tell you all the information about that food.  For some however, this information isn’t exactly that reader friendly.  Fear not, as it’s actually easier than you  think. Serving Size This size is based on the amount people eat. Similar food items will have similar serving sizes, thus making it easier to compare 2 foods of the same category. %...

As the nation’s second most deadly disease, cancer brings with it several risk factors. Therefore, it’s logical that we take a good look at the foods we’re eating, and start introducing nutrient-rich foods that are known to help reduce the cancer risk.  A diet rich in fiber, vegetables, and fruits, including juices made from 100 percent fruit juice, can make a big difference in your cancer risk. Foods rich in phytochemicals...

Superfood is the term coined to foods that are nutritionally packed full of vitamins and minerals typically lacking in our diet. These foods can help restore dietary deficiencies and help us enjoy optimum health. Superfoods provide you with the essential minerals, vitamins and proteins that would otherwise be lacking. Some also claim that a Superfood diet is the key to clear white eyes, radiant skin and silky hair; all...

Organic foods are certified by law to be free from over 3000 toxins including 73 pesticides classified as potential carcinogens. These chemicals including pesticides, insecticides and fungicides are designed to be strong enough to kill insects and plant diseases; there is no wonder that they are very toxic to the human body. It is not only agrochemicals that are of concern. Many heavy metals such as cadmium, mercury...

Omega 3 fatty acids have gained attention in the past few years and can aide in a variety of health related concerns. Vital to our brain development, growth and overall health, these essential fatty acids are not synthesized by the body meaning we need to have an adequate intake from our food or supplements. Nutritionally important fatty acids are ALA, EPA and DHA. DHA and EPA are produced by micro-algae which are consumed...

Probiotics are similar to the ‘good bacteria’ that colonize our gut keeping our digestive system in balance. Bacteria are usually thought of as unhealthy micro-organisms that we need to eliminate but these particular bacteria are very important in maintaining healthy digestion and a strong immune system. Probiotics help the good bacteria maintain a healthy balance of intestinal flora. When unfriendly yeasts, bacteria...

Digestive enzymes are present in the digestive tract and saliva and play an essential role in aiding the complete digestion of food. These enzymes work by breaking down macromolecules such as proteins and carbohydrates into smaller building blocks like amino acids, fatty acids, glycerol, starch and sugars. These enzymes are produced by the body and are secreted by the salivary glands, glands in the stomach and pancreas,...

Chronic pain can be a debilitating disorder that seems to come and stay for no apparent reason. Difficult to diagnose and lasting for months on end, it can drag you down making you feel miserable, irritable and cranky. If you find yourself suffering from pain for longer than 3 months you should seek treatment as you may be suffering from chronic pain. Chronic pain is different to acute pain because there isn’t always...

Inflammation is the body’s natural response to harmful triggers such as damaged cells, irritants or pathogens and it usually marks the body’s initiation of the healing process. Inflammation is not the same as infection. Infection can be the cause of inflammation however inflammation is actually the body’s response to the infection. Without inflammation the body would never heal. Wounds and infections would lead...