Stephanie Garr, Certified Nutrition Consultant

Say ‘Aloe’ to Aloe Vera – Proven Uses and Benefits

Stephanie Garr (Certified Nutrition Consultant) — Wed, 19 Feb 2020 10:00:28 +0000

Aloe vera has long been a go-to topical remedy for skin wounds and sunburns, but it could have potential to provide benefits by soothing the body from the inside as well. This succulent plant contains dense leaves filled with a nutrient-dense gel that can be beneficial for the hair, skin, teeth, and even digestive system. Here, we’ll discuss the nutritional benefits of aloe vera and how it could be a cheap and easy option for relieving inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) symptoms and heartburn, among various other discomforts throughout the body. What is Aloe Vera? Aloe vera is a type of succulent plant native to Africa and parts of the Middle East that’s been used as a medicinal treatment for centuries. The Ancient Egyptians referred to it as the “plant of immortality,” and would even embalm the dead with aloe vera[Discover More...]

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Green Tea To Slim Down: How Your Favorite Green Brew Can Help Your Weight Loss

Stephanie Garr (Certified Nutrition Consultant) — Mon, 18 Nov 2019 10:29:39 +0000

Green tea has become a popular weight loss tool, but is it really all that effective for dropping those extra pounds? This no-calorie beverage is one of the world’s healthiest, as it comes packed with antioxidants, polyphenols and other health-promoting nutrients. Many people tout the virtues of drinking green tea on a daily basis to help fight inflammation, lower risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease, and—of course—help you lose weight. In this article, we’ll dive into the research to see how (and if) you can drink green tea for weight loss. What is in Green Tea? Green tea is made from the leaves of the plant Camellia sinensis and dates back to ancient China, where it was consumed for its medicinal properties. Classic Chinese texts recognized it as a strong anti-inflammatory. Modern science is just now catching up to this[Discover More...]

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Are Eggs Good or Bad? Everything You Need To Know About Eggs and Nutrition Unscrambled

Stephanie Garr (Certified Nutrition Consultant) — Wed, 16 Oct 2019 15:00:43 +0000

Eggs have long gotten a bad rap as a cholesterol-raising, artery-clogging food that offer little beneficial nutrition. But they’ve also been praised as one of the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet. So, which is it? Are eggs really all that bad for your health? Digging into even the most recent studies, it seems this long-held controversy continues. Here, we’ll discuss the nutritional value of eggs and their potential benefits, as well as dissect the conflicting evidence on eggs to determine whether or not they belong in a healthy, well-balanced diet. Nutritional Value of Eggs Since eggs hold the macro and micronutrients required to produce a baby chick, they’re loaded with vitamins, minerals, protein, and even some healthy fats. The majority of eggs consumed come from chickens, so we’ll focus on the nutrition content of a single chicken egg. One[Discover More...]

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Glyphosate In Food – Is it Bad for You?

Stephanie Garr (Certified Nutrition Consultant) — Wed, 18 Sep 2019 12:29:53 +0000

Glyphosate, commonly known as Roundup, is the most widely used weed killer in the world—and it’s also the most controversial, especially when it’s found in our food. It’s a popular product for anyone needing to tend anything from a large farm to a small backyard. However, its usage and presence in much of the food we eat has caused widespread controversy, including claims that it could cause serious health problems like cancer and have a negative impact on the environment. Here, we’ll take a look at what glyphosate is, how it differs from Roundup, and what the current science says about its potential health and environmental effects. What is Glyphosate? Glyphosate is the world’s most popular herbicide used to kill weeds and grasses and manage crops for the food industry. Its use as an herbicide was discovered in 1970 by[Discover More...]

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What is Bone Broth and is it Really All That Healthy?

Stephanie Garr (Certified Nutrition Consultant) — Wed, 21 Aug 2019 11:07:39 +0000

Bone broth is more than a buzzword—it’s a food with a long tradition that may come with several health benefits. Many proponents claim it can strengthen bones, relieve joint pain, speed up wound healing, promote good digestive health and improve sleep. But what does the evidence say? Here, we’ll discuss what bone broth is, how it may be beneficial to your health and how to make it yourself. What is Bone Broth? Bone broth is made by slowly simmering bones, skin and connective tissue from animals—often chicken, beef, pork or fish—in water, typically for several hours. Most recipes recommend a cooking time of anywhere from around 8 to 48 hours. Many also call for adding apple cider vinegar, which helps extract even more nutrients from the bones (1). Once fully cooked, the mixture is strained to create a gelatinous liquid[Discover More...]

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The Vagus Nerve Explained in Plain English

Stephanie Garr (Certified Nutrition Consultant) — Wed, 17 Jul 2019 11:10:38 +0000

The vagus nerve is one of the longest and most important nerves in the body and helps control a number of crucial functions. It connects your brain to your gut, and can affect everything from your mood and stress levels to your digestion, heart rate and immune response. It may also play a major role in inflammation and various chronic diseases if not working properly. Here, we discuss what the vagus nerve is, what it does, and how stimulating it may be beneficial for both your physical and mental health. What is the Vagus Nerve? The vagus nerve sends sensory information to the brain (like info about sights, smells, tastes and sounds), and controls certain motor functions throughout the body, It’s the longest of 12 cranial nerves, and is referred to as cranial nerve X (or 10). There are actually[Discover More...]

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