category: Healthy Desserts

3 Ways Your Sweet Tooth Can Ruin Your Skin

October 01, 2016

By Dr. Jen Newell, ND The other morning, I was discussing the impact of diet on the health of your skin with a patient of mine. She was shocked that I so firmly believe that what you eat impacts your appearance because her dermatologist had told her for years that there was no connection. Unfortunately, […]

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Drink Your Stress Away – A Relaxation Smoothie

July 20, 2015

  Dr. Shannon Vander Doelen, ND “You are what you eat” is how the saying goes – and while it may not be true in the literal sense, it should come as no surprise that what we eat can influence how we feel. In fact, our food choices can contribute to how stressed and anxious […]

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Movility Turmeric Latte

June 15, 2015

  Ingredient benefits: Turmeric: Mediates chronic inflammation. Inflammation can trigger metabolic disorders such as insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes Curcumin can prevent fat deposition and promotes fat burning Hemp seeds: Reduce appetite Provide fats and proteins to reduce cravings to sweets and carbs GLA (an essential fatty acid) activates metabolism and encourages the use […]

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What is Yoga Therapy?

May 04, 2015

An Introduction to Yoga Therapy at IHI By Meghan Walsh, BFA, Certified Yoga Therapist Imagine being prescribed a pill that gradually healed your back pain while eradicating your worry around the limitations it caused you and as a result opened your eyes wider to the gift that is your life. If you broke open that […]

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Empowering Health

April 27, 2015

By: Dr. Lisa Watson, ND I’m not a fan of buzzwords – they are often words people use without really knowing what they mean. As a Naturopath I see words like all-natural, superfood, multigrain – and I cringe. I recognize that these words are often used to make processed and packaged foods look healthier than […]

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Food and Gratitude Recipe e-Book

April 20, 2015

Click the Image to access e-book Gratitude Through Food Is Fuel For Self Healing “Let us be thankful for our food and the hands that have prepared it” ~ My father in law the farmer Taking the time to nurture your body with healthy food is one of the best ways to give gratitude to […]

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Don’t Trust the Toucan, Holy Crap vs Froot Loops

February 02, 2015

By Dr. Jen Newell, ND Dr. Yoni Freedhoff, MD recently posted a blog revealing the “healthwashing” surrounding Holy Crap cereal and compared this cereal to Froot Loops. While I love Dr. Freedhoff’s intention of educating people about nutrition, I think some nutrition myths and misinformation were provided in this instance. Dr. Freedhoff, if you happen […]

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Fall Forward Recipe: Pear Apple Pie

October 06, 2014

By Jesse Lane Schelew, BSc, CNP Pear Apple Pie is perfect for the fall season and makes a sweet ending to your Thanksgiving feast. It contains seasonal apples and pears nestled in a flaky spelt crust topped with a sweet crumble. I like to use spelt flour in this recipe because it adds a delicious […]

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Recipes for a Summer of Health: Strawberry Basil Sorbet

September 08, 2014

We have asked our foodie and nutrition friends to share their recipes to keep your health and wellness goals on track all summer long! This wonderful Strawberry Basil Sorbet recipe comes courtesy of the Hacienda del Sol. Strawberry Basil Sorbet 1 cup fresh coconut meat 1 cup strawberries 1 cup fresh basil 1 lemon juiced […]

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Superfood Hot Chocolate

December 09, 2013

By Dr. Jen Newell, ND ‘Tis the season for warm, cozy drinks by the fire with friends and family and nothing is cozier than hot chocolate. This hot chocolate is a great reprieve from the hustle and bustle of the season – running around for last minute gifts, endless parties, sending cards and connecting with […]

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