Functional Nutritionist
What about crunchy snacks, Dr. Julie Monica?
You can use it as part of a meal, or you can use it in place of bread. You could take these crackers and add one egg, at approximately 7 grams of protein, and with a total of 14 grams of protein, for most people, that will constitute 1 serving of protein. That is a … Read more
Foundational Immunity, also known as, Modulating Immunity
Omega-3s; The highest amount per serving is in Chia seeds! That’s only 1 ounce or 2Tblsp. That provides approximately 5000mg. Followed by walnuts and flaxseed. Mackerel and salmon are the highest fish followed by smaller varieties, caviar and sardines. Interestingly, you can obtain a whole RDA for omegas in one serving, adult dose 3 -4 … Read more
Immunity: Building A Solid Foundation
Boosting your immune status is much the same as approaching any chronic condition in a nutritional manner – it will just make other issues better too. This will be the beginning of a few installments to provide you some solid tips: Adopting good habits works well even a bit at a time to build that … Read more
Healthy Happy Hour with Dr. Julie Monica
Nuts should be served in smaller containers because they are high in calories and carbs. They have great protein. Fish! Smoked salmon and sardines are so good for you, high in protein and good fats. You can have any of the choices we’ve talked about today from 12 to 17 carbohydrates. That’s pretty low for … Read more
Stuck at Home Nutrition Tips
Buy / order more whole foods that make meals; produce, proteins and healthy staples. Follow recipes to insure an enjoyable experience. The kids can help! Less processed, less sweet snacks- replace with nuts, avocados, olives, citrus and yogurts. A snack, a healthy one or two during the day is fine especially for kids, should be … Read more
Bottled Waters – What’s the Difference?
A word about the magnesium (Mg) content; 75% of us in the US are deficient in this mineral 50% of Mg in this sparkling water is readily absorbed. One (1) liter (33 oz.) would provide approximately 29% of the daily value for this mineral, about 108 mg. And the pH averages 5.7 (Optimal, healthy pH … Read more
Yesterday was National Pistachio Day! What makes them a real super food?
A 2013 study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that people who consumed more nuts were at a lower risk of death from all causes. The nutrient and ability to satiate that we derive from these unique shelled, nuts have always made this a real super food! Turkey, Iran and California, all … Read more