Do I have a Food Allergy or Sensitivity? You’d know it if you have an allergy! A true food allergy causes an immune response such as nausea, vomiting, hives and swelling of the lips and throat, which can be life-threatening. Common offending foods are peanuts, tree nuts and shellfish. People with food allergies avoid… Read More
Look Ma, No Pump! The circulatory system brings many substances to cells and then removes waste products that are the result of metabolism. Some of these substances cannot enter or return through the capillary walls, including excess fluid and protein molecules and they are then returned to the blood as lymph. Sewer or Subway? (as… Read More
If you have known me for long, then you know that every January I post my favorite Cioppino recipe! Cioppino A very delicious (and messy!) dish. More of a stew than a soup. Recipe By: Patty James Serving Size: 6 1/4 cup olive oil 2 large onions — chopped 4 cloves garlic — chopped 3 … Read More
It’s that time of year again when people think about New Year’s Resolutions and set goals for their improved health. We all know the story-generally the goals are lofty and by February, they are back to where they started. This year set small sustainable steps to health. I’ll help you! Beginning in January, the call-in… Read More
The Healing Kitchen: A Program for Veterans is a one-hour call-in program on Thursday’s from 6:30 to 7:30 PST. The Healing Kitchen is a nutrition and culinary education program with topics of particular interest to Veterans. Did you know that 70% of your immune system is in your gut? Do you know how to keep… Read More
