Days 2 and 3 of Adding Fiber

Days 2 and 3 of Adding Fiber

Day 2 If you’re like me, you’ll find that you’re fuller sooner and longer when increasing your dietary fiber. Also, I tend to cook my fish/meats, and some veggies, the day before and use them in a salad, but feel free to serve them hot with a side salad. Breakfast: 1...
Day 1: Focusing on Fiber

Day 1: Focusing on Fiber

I eat copious amounts of veggies, fruit, and other fiber-rich foods every day. I started tracking it (just out of curiosity), and found out I wasn’t consuming as much as I thought I was, about 30 -35 grams, so I’m on a mission to track my meals for 2 weeks, making...
Gotu Kola Face Mask and Beverage

Gotu Kola Face Mask and Beverage

Gotu kola (Centella asiatica) is also called Brahmi (though true Brahmi is technically Bacopa in some traditions), Pennywort, and Tiger Grass, and has been used for centuries in Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Southeast Asian herbal traditions. I read that...
Tips for Adding More Veggies.

Tips for Adding More Veggies.

Veggies are the key to health. They contain antioxidants and the all-important dietary fiber. Some ideas. Add chopped broccoli or grated zucchini to your omelet. Toss sliced cucumbers with seasoned rice vinegar for an instant salad. Dip crunchy raw vegetables (cherry...
A Rare Opportunity to Meet Dariush Mozaffarian MD

A Rare Opportunity to Meet Dariush Mozaffarian MD

I am honored to interview Dariush Mozaffarian, M.D., at The Commonwealth Club on April 20th. There is a meet and greet before the program, where you can sip on a glass of wine, nibble on some healthy snacks, and speak to Dr. Mozaffarian. This program will sell out, so...