Stress is an unavoidable part of life. We all experience it from time to time. All forms of stress – emotional, nutritional, environmental, physical – stimulate the production of cortisol, known as the stress hormone. Cortisol can be very damaging to our bodies in the...
Every food purchase we make can directly support a farmer when we take the time to know where our food is coming from. Baru nuts show how much impact our purchases can have....
Baru nuts can create a positive economy for the people of Brazil, changing both their environmental and social well-being, but they also taste delicious and are incredibly nutritious!...
We have been told that only animal products pack the protein punch to provide our nutritional needs. However, all plants have protein as well. Protein is a nutritional building block made up of smaller molecules called amino acids. There are 22 different amino acids, but...
Chia Seeds are an amazing, highly nutritious little seed. But of the most interesting characteristics of chia is what happens to chia seeds soaked in water (or any liquid). Have you tried it? If you combine chia seeds with liquid, minutes later it has expanded and...
I eat raw cacao every day. If you spend any time with me, you'll quickly find out that I love raw cacao and when you find out how good it is for you, you will too! It's simply a fantastic superfood for your body. I've...