Vegetarian Bone Broth

Vegetarian Bone Broth

Vegetarian “Bone” Broth Unlike bone broth, vegetable broth does not contain gelatin and glutamine. These can be added if desired. Vegetable broth has great minerals and flavour, and makes a great base for soups, stews, or just to drink as is....
Potato Kefir Salad

Potato Kefir Salad

Potato Kefir Salad The biggest source of prebiotic in this recipe is found in the potatoes although sweet potatoes have some inulin fibre. The garlic and onions are also great prebiotics. The kefir, of course is a probiotic food but dairy also contains prebiotic GOS....
Roasted Butternut with Sauerkraut

Roasted Butternut with Sauerkraut

Roasted Butternut Potatoes with Sauerkraut Apples, potatoes, squash, onions and garlic are all great prebiotic foods and of course, the sauerkraut contains the probiotics plus cabbage is prebiotic as well. It is a great combination of flavours that work really well...
Black Rice and Corn Salad

Black Rice and Corn Salad

Black Rice and Corn Salad Serves 2  1 cup cooked black wild rice (1/2 cup dry) 1 cup cooked quinoa (1/4 cup dry) 1/2 cup canned, cooked black turtle beans, drained and rinsed 2 tbsp sesame seeds, lightly toasted and ground 6 dried black mission figs, chopped into...
The Truth about Fermented Foods and Candidiasis

The Truth about Fermented Foods and Candidiasis

The Truth About Fermented Foods and Candidiasis One of the most persistent concepts surrounding fermented foods is that somehow, they are related to mold. Although it is understandable that someone might think that because fermentation is a process that increases...
The Symbiotic Relationship of Probiotics and Prebiotics

The Symbiotic Relationship of Probiotics and Prebiotics

The Symbiotic Relationship of Probiotics and Prebiotics If you want to improve your gut health or maintain the good gut health you already have, there are two things you must do. Consume probiotic foods and prebiotics foods and they are best consumed together,...
Your Good Bacteria Loves Chocolate!

Your Good Bacteria Loves Chocolate!

The Good Bacteria Loved Chocolate, Too If you love chocolate and have you been waiting for someone to tell you that chocolate is good for your gut? Well, then today is your lucky day.  Insert a personal story such as to why you like this topic or information. The...
Sleep and Your Gut Bacteria

Sleep and Your Gut Bacteria

Sleep and Your Gut Bacteria Sleep! When I don’t get enough sleep, I know that I’m not as focused in the morning and have a little less energy. What about you? How does a lack of sleep affect you? My guess is that your performance and attitude the next day is affected...