Berry New Year
Our daily recommended servings for fruit is between 1 – 2 cups depending upon age and gender. But the definition of “1 cup serving” is not necessarily 1 true cup. So it’s good to understand what a piece of fruit literally translates into in terms of serving size from...
Just the flax, Ma’am
Flax seeds are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids (healthy anti-inflammatory fats), but they also are a force in their own right for a number of health issues. They are shown to have potential to reduce tumor growth in breast cancer, improve diabetic symptoms...
The Ideal Gift – A Furry Friend
Since the beginning of this pandemic, people are having less social interaction than before. One of the best ways to combat the limiting interactions is to adopt a pet. As a health coach and the mom of a veterinarian, I can talk about the health benefits of adopting...
FORTIFY
The NutriLicious Recovery brand name is transitioning to Fortify. Fortify consists of a team of health professionals. The Fortify VIP leadership team consists of a nutritional therapist (Darshi Shah), a naturopathic doctor (Dr. Vira), health coach (Neeta Jain),...
GBOMBS to Improve Immunity
As people we know are privately engaging COVID19 effects in their bodies, I am reminded that we hold the key to our own wellness. We have some control over how optimal our immune system reacts and functions. While it’s true that our DNA can’t be changed, we can...
Today’s Mental Health Strategies
Post-Covid19 we’ve seen depression and anxiety on the rise in the US. Nearly 50% of Americans report that COVID19 is negatively impacting their health according to a Kaiser Family Foundation poll. There was a 1000% increase in registrations for a federal emergency...
Quercetin & Health Benefits
These days health professionals are exploring what supplements and foods can help specifically with COVID19 illness. While we all explore ways to get GBOMBS into our daily routine, what does one do if they feel especially concerned about lung function? The answer...
GF, Vegan, Paleo Fudge
Recipe by Rebecca Pytell Yield: 15 pieces INGREDIENTS 1 cup dark chocolate chips ½ cup Tahini ¼ cup pure Maple Syrup METHOD Melt the dark chocolate chips in a greased, microwave-safe bowl, at 30 second intervals. Once melted add in the tahini and maple...
Pumpkin Chai Smoothie
This month I want something orange and earthy to symbolize Fall and all things October-ish. But the challenge is to avoid refined sugary treats. So I'm compromising - not a true indulgent dessert, yet it is sweet satisfaction without all that sugar! Remember I...
Amla – Ayurvedic Superfruit
I recall eating Indian gooseberries (amla) the summer I spent 2 months in Mumbai, India. I was in search of them after reading study after study of the benefits of this true super-fruit. My cousin-in-law, Tushar, brought some to me and (after thoroughly washing) I...
