My Go-To Southwest Black Bean Quinoa Salad Recipe

Hey everyone! Today, I’m sharing my absolute go-to Southwest Black Bean Quinoa Salad recipe! It’s packed with flavor, super healthy, and perfect for meal prep, lunches, or a delicious side dish. This salad is a vibrant mix of hearty quinoa, sweet roasted corn, protein-rich black beans, and a zesty lime dressing that will leave you […]

The first step to changing your health destiny

Several years ago, I had a very interesting encounter with a young couple. The wife was insistent that her obese husband change his eating habits and start a regular exercise program. The husband adamantly refused, stating that all his family members were obese as well as diabetic. He was therefore convinced that this would be […]

Dangers of Tobacco + 10 Tips for Lung Health

We tend to move through life living and breathing and taking for granted the organs which are so hard at work every day. Pause a moment and take a deep breath. That’s your lungs at work. But did you know that Lung Cancer is the #1 cancer killer worldwide? The #1 risk for lung cancer is […]

Top 7 foods for Diabetics

Maybe you or a loved one has been diagnosed with diabetes and you think medications will always need to be part of the equation. I have exciting news! There are various steps you can take to get that blood sugar level under control. It begins with what goes into your mouth. Every single food you […]

How to reduce breast cancer risk

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! I wanted to ensure that you are aware of the steps you can take today to reduce your risk of developing this disease. At the top of the list, a plant-based diet has been shown to reduce breast cancer risk, while studies have also shown that meat, cheese and high […]

Simple steps for a good night’s sleep

Many of us wear it as a badge of honor that we work too hard and do not have enough time for sleep. Well guess what? Sleep has to be a priority in order for you to become more productive. Lack of sleep leads to memory loss, impaired judgment, slowed reaction times, road accidents and […]

Stress Busting Foods

April is Stress Awareness Month! If you know me well, you will know I believe that Food is Medicine and so even for our emotional concerns such as prolonged stress, food can be used as an antidote to help our bodies heal and rebound. You will want to include in your diet foods containing omega-3 […]