Better Body Clinical Nutrition
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NATURAL VITAMINS
Did you know that most vitamins on the market claiming to be natural only have to be 10% natural to make this claim?!? It is critically important you...
HEALTH & FERTILITY!
Recent studies have confirmed that indeed our ability to reproduce is diminishing as infertility rates continue to climb. For women who have tried repeatedly...
CATALYN
I went over, in previous post, the difference between synthetic and whole food vitamins. When you are looking for a multi-vitamin, Catalyn, is the best...
Effects of SUGAR on MEMORY!
Have you ever had an embarrassing lapse in memory? A time when you've forgotten a name? Or "zoned out" in a conversation... and the other party had to...
Back to the Basics of Human Health
Book by Mary Frost Published & Distributed by Expansive Health Awareness, Inc.Are you bewildered by an array of products and diets making health claims...
CHILDHOOD OBESITY - DOES IT MATTER?
Article by Thropay Health Center located in Downey, CA Photo by Robert Collins on unsplash.comThere is a growing concern over the increase in childhood...
CHILDREN'S CEREAL
Report by EWG (*Environmental Working Group) www.ewg.org – May 2014 *The Environmental Working Group is the nation’s most effective environmental health...
Biochemistry
Photo by Akram-Huseyn on unsplash.comBlood is to the human body what soil is to the plant. It is common knowledge that poor, exhausted soil will produce...
Medication
Photo by Franki Chamaki on unsplash.com We live in a world where medication is prevalent. Many of us take medication either for temporary pain relief...
Nutrition and Physical Degeneration
This is a book published by Price-Pottenger Nutrition Foundation and written by Weston A. Price. DDS. Dr. Weston Price was one of the most prominent...
Rice Bars
Ingredients; ½ cup almond butter ½ cup raw honey (find the fairly solid kind, not liquid)¼ cup coconut sugar4 cups Sprouted Brown Rice Cacao Crisps (found...
CAL-AMO
You may have heard about alkaline water. This was a big fad not so long ago where machines that would make the water alkaline were being promoted and...
DAIRY PRODUCTS
DAIRY PRODUCTS Photo by Engin Akyurt on unsplash.com This food category is part of the animal kingdom. They are foods made from and by animals and their...
AWARENESS OF WHAT?
Published by Thropay Health Center11/26/2017When you hear the term ‘Breast Cancer Awareness,’ what is the first image that comes to your mind? Pink ribbons?...
How to transition a family of sugar addicts!
Excerpt from “Food To The Recue” written by Dr. Jennifer Shell, D.C. Photo by Tobias on unsplash.com Picky eaters usually are not veggie lovers. They...
Planning Your Meals
A good way to avoid snacking on highly processed snacks and going for the easy fast food is to prepare your menu for the week. That way you are not caught...
Foods to Seek Out, Series, #4
Excerpt from the book “Food to the Rescue” by Dr. Jennifer Shell, D.C. Photo by Pea on unsplash.com Acceptable Sweeteners; This section covers the sweeteners...
Foods to Seek Out, Series, #3
Excerpt from the book “Food to the Rescue” by Dr. Jennifer Shell, D.C. Photo by Roberta Sorge on unsplash.com Good Fats; Olive oil is very good for us,...
Foods to Seek Out, Series, #2
Excerpt from the book “Food to the Rescue” by Dr. Jennifer Shell, D.C. Photo by Randy Fath on unsplash.com Complex Carbs; This kind of carb has fiber...
Foods to Seek Out, Series, #1
Excerpt from the book “Food to the Rescue” by Dr. Jennifer Shell, D.C. Photo by Eiliv Aceron on unsplash.com Protein; A. Meat/Poultry – Be aware that...
Foods to Avoid Series, #7
Excerpt from the book “Food to the Rescue” by Dr. Jennifer Shell, D.C. Photo by Ma thilde Langevin on unsplash.comSugars; It is important for all of...
Foods to Avoid Series, #6
Excerpt from the book “Food to the Rescue” by Dr. Jennifer Shell, D.C. Photo by Fernando Andrade on unsplash.com Soy;Soy is marketed as a healthy food,...
Foods to Avoid Series, #5
Preservatives; • Monosodium Glutamate (MSG): MSG is in everything from salad dressing to frozen French fries and canned soup. It is used as a preservative...
Foods to Avoid Series, #4
Artificial Sweeteners; Photo by Alexandre Grey on unspalsh.com Ah, sugar substitutes, marketed as the weight loss solution. Zero calories and you can...
Foods to Avoid Series, #3
Bad Fats; Photo by Wine Dharma on unspalsh.com I posted months ago about good vs bad fats and went over this, but it is worth mentioning again. It is...
Foods to Avoid Series, #2
Corn; Photo by Wouter Supardi Salari on unspalsh.com You know how the Hulk had a genetic mutation that made him turn crazy (and green)? Maybe that’s...
Foods to Avoid Series, #1
Foods to Avoid Series, #1Wheat; I know you may be shocked. We have been taught to believe that wheat is a staple in a wholesome grain diet. So why wheat?...
Keto Cheddar Herb Biscuits
Keto Cheddar Herb Biscuits https://wellnessbakeries.com/.../keto-cheddar-herb-biscuits Ingredients -½ cup Miracle Mix (do not pack) - Purchase at wellnessbakeries.com 1...
Protefood
PROTEFOOD by Standard ProcessIn addition to the 8 essential amino acids, the RNA (ribonucleic acid) in the product assures proper amino acid synthesis...
Sleep Better!
Adjust Your Circadian Rhythm to Sleep Better29 July 2015 - Posted by Kathryn Kos under SleepBy EnviroMedica** This is a great follow up to the article...
Vitamin D
Article by Kelley Herring at healinggourmet.com Photo by Amy Humphries on unsplash.com VITAMIN D It can dramatically reduce your risk of cardiovascular...
3 snack foods that you should do away with.
Photos by Mustafa Bashari & Towfiqu Barbhuiy on unsplash.com So, let's go over three snack foods that you should do away with. 1. Anything With Processed...
Canola Oil
Have you been lied to about the health benefits of canola oil?by Mike Geary, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutrition SpecialistMany people have...
10 Ways to Slash Your Risk of Breast Cancer
Excerpt from healinggourmet.comPhoto by Sydney Rae on unsplash.com#1 - Balance Your Blood Sugar: One of the most important elements in preventing cancer...
Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction
When you flip a light switch on in your house, you know what the end-result will be. The light switch connects a circuit that produces light when the...
APPLES
The statement "An apple a day keeps the doctor away” has been around for almost 150 years, and for good reason. In fact, John Chapman (1774–1845), better...
Sprouted Nuts & Seeds
Why sprouted? When I was studying nutrition to become a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, I learned that nuts and seeds have phytic acid which inhibits...
Paleo Snack Idea # 12 of 12
Superfood Smoothies; https://www.herbdoc.com/superfood-plusMade with organic, non-denatured whey protein, organic berries, and greens (try kale, spinach...
Paleo Snack Idea # 11 of 12 (more to follow)
Canned Sardines, Mackerel & Salmon; https://healinggourmet.com/mackerel-energy-boosting.../ Power-packed sources of essential omega 3 fats, enjoying...
Paleo Snack Idea # 10 of 12 (more to follow)
Pork Rinds (Chicharrones); https://healthyrecipesblogs.com/homemade-pork-rinds/ Pastured pork rinds are a great way to get a carb-free crunch fix while...
Paleo Snack Idea # 9 of 12 (more to follow)
Jerky & Pemmican; https://www.primalsurvivor.net/how-to-make-pemmican/ Loved by athletes for a power-packed source of fuel, grass-fed beef and bison...
Paleo Snack Idea # 8 of 12 (more to follow)
Multi-Mineral Snack Mix; Make your own shelf-stable Paleo trail mix in batches and keep on hand for quick grab and go snacks. Add selenium-rich Brazil...
Paleo Snack Idea # 7 of 12 (more to follow)
Pastured Chicken Drumsticks; https://healthyrecipesblogs.com/buffalo-chicken/ Filling, portable and protein rich, marinate drumsticks in your favorite...
Paleo Snack Idea # 6 of 12 (more to follow)
Baked Egg Cups; https://healinggourmet.com/healthy.../prosciutto-egg-cups/ Not just for breakfast, muffin-tin egg cups make a great protein-packed snack...
Paleo Snack Idea # 5 of 12 (more to follow)
Wild Shrimp Cocktail; https://www.aspicyperspective.com/cocktail-sauce-recipe/ Three ounces of shrimp provides 18 grams of thermogenic protein plus 48%...
Paleo Snack Idea # 4 of 12 (more to follow)
Boiled & Deviled Eggshttps://lexiscleankitchen.com/how-to-make-paleo-mayo/ Keeping your fridge stocked with soft- or hard-boiled eggs is a great way...
Paleo Snack Idea # 3 of 12 (more to follow)
Rumaki; https://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Rumaki-21391856/ Looking for a great way to sneak more superfood liver in your diet? The mock-Polynesian...
Paleo Snack Idea # 2 of 12 (more to follow)
Paleo Muffins; Healinggourmet.com/healthy-recipes/paleo-pumpkin-muffins/ Great for breakfast, after a workout or as an afternoon snack with a smear...
Paleo Snack Idea # 1 of 12 (more to follow)
Meatballs & Sliders; Wellnessbakeries.com/pages/easy-keto-sliders Packed with protein and freezer-friendly, meatballs and sliders made with ground grass-fed...
Corn, Soy & Wheat
Corn, Soy & Wheat Excerpt from an article by Mike Geary, Author of best-sellers: The Truth About Six Pack Abs "Currently, the average adult eating a...
Asian Quinoa Salad
Photo by Sonny Mauricio on unsplash.com Quinoa is a complete source of plant-based protein, containing all the essential amino acids your body needs....
ZINC
ZINC – Most of us think about immune health when thinking of zinc. We have all seen and heard of zinc lozenges for a cold or flu. And for good reason....
CLEANSES
You’ve heard the term spring cleaning where you do a thorough cleaning of your whole house after a long, bundled up winter. People start opening their...
Restoring and/or Maintaining Health
One of the core principles at Better Body Clinical Nutrition is that we believe your body has a BLUEPRINT for perfect health. We believe - just as Hippocrates...
Pumpkin Donuts
Photo by Alice Pasqual on unsplash.com Coconut oil for greasing the pan5 Lg eggs ½ cup coconut milk (full fat) ½ cup pumpkin puree ¼ to ½ cup maple syrup...
A 5 Minute Snack to fight off cravings
While many people do better on a three-meal-a-day schedule, others (including those with low blood sugar issues, higher metabolism or greater calorie...
The link between Digestion and Immunity
Photo by Jannes Jacobs on unsplash.comHydrochloric acid (stomach acid) in the stomach digests bacteria, viruses, parasites, etc. the same way it does...
NEW YEAR! NEW YOU!
It’s a NEW YEAR and a NEW YOU! We have made it through another holiday season. I hope yours was fun and not too stressful. Now that it is behind us,...
Free Seminars
We have our schedule for our Free Seminars for the 1st quarter of 2023. Bring your friends and/or neighbors. Attendees that are new to Better Body Clinical...
Let’s talk about Ginkgo
It is one of the oldest trees on earth at about 150 million years. Properties; • Antioxidant • Neuroprotective• Anti-inflammatory • Stimulates circulation •...
Difference between Nutrition (wholefood supplements) and Neutraceuticals (synthetic vitamins)
For success in a Nutritional practice, you need good products you can count on. There is a difference between what we are doing here at Better Body...
ALCOHOL
Photo by Mae Mu on unsplash.comThere are a number of different forms of alcohol, most of which are considered to be deadly poisons. The one form of alcohol...
Did you Know?
Standard Process has products for cats & dogs. Get them off on the right pawPuppy Pack and Kitten Kit – For young dogs and cats, the early days are a...
Nutritional Sources of Whole Natural Foods – Part 2
Another Post by Jocelyne Gross, NTP A.C.N.Nutritional Sources of Whole Natural Foods – Part 2 Continued from Article posted on December 2, 2022VITAMIN...
Nutritional Sources of Whole Natural Foods – Part 1
Another Post by Jocelyne Gross, NTP A.C.N.Nutritional Sources of Whole Natural Foods – Part 1All patients respond better on our program when eating healthy....
Children Nutrition
Photo by Vitolda Klein on unsplash.com A healthy diet helps children grow and learn. It also helps prevent obesity and weight-related diseases, such...
Road Work underway
There is road work being conducted on the corner of Ramble Lane and S Congress. The timeline is December 2022 to March or April 2023. You may want to...
Next Workshop December 10th
Next workshop is coming up this Saturday. December 10th, 2022 at 2:30 PM at the clinic.This is a great way to introduce a friend to what we do. A new...
December Holiday Hours
Tuesday December 20th – OPEN Wednesday December 21st - OPENThursday December 22nd - OPEN Friday December 23rd - OPEN Saturday December 24th - CLOSED Tuesday...
Beyond Meat Pennsylvania Plant Has Apparent Mold and Listeria, Report says
Article by Imad Khan Nov 21st, 2022 on cnet.com Photo by Logan Weaver on unsplash.com
Beyond Meat's Pennsylvania facility has what appears to be...
Chocolate Almond Butter Truffles
Makes 20 snack balls Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Soy-free, Egg-free, Vegan These fudgy chocolate truffles are incredibly easy to prepare and taste like...
Endocrine System
The endocrine system is all about hormones and hormones are all about communication. The body creates more than 100 different hormones. Hormones transfer...
What is Margarine?
Data taken from a presentation from Jay R Robbins, DC, DACBN, CCNPhoto by Simon Sapper on unsplash.comMargarine was first a vegetable oil – a liquid...
Cortisol
Let’s talk about CORTISOL. Photo by Denny Muller on unsplash.com Cortisol is produced by the Adrenals. It’s primary roles are; • Counteracts insulin •...
Supplement to have on hand
Another Post by Jocelyne Gross NTP A.C.N. Supplement to have on hand at home - ANTRONEX ANTRONEX is our go to supplement for allergies, nasal congestion,...
The Impotance of Fiber
The importance of fiber. Photo by Inigo De la Maza on unsplash.com During the 1990s many studies were conducted to determine the effects of isolated...
Homade Nut Butter
Photo by Tetiana Bykovets on unsplash.com2 cups of nuts of your choice (ideally sprouted) 1 tsp. sea salt ¾ cup coconut oil (may need less depending...
Pottenger’s Cat – A study in Nutrition
Another Post by Jocelyne Gross NTP A.C.N. Excerpt from the Book of the same name By Francis M. Pottenger Jr., M.D.www.ppnf.org Photo by Pacto Visual...
Using Observation to Better Asses Physical Health! Eyes
Another Post by Jocelyne Gross NTP A.C.N. Photo by Marina Vitale on Unsplash.com Eyes! Eyes are the most important part of visual assessment. Provides...
Using Observation to Better Assess Physical Health! Hair
Another Post by Jocelyne Gross NTP A.C.N.Hair!
Is a contiguous part of the skin. Receives nutrients from blood stream via hair bulb. New cells are...
Using Observation to Better Asses Physical Health! Nails
Another Post by Jocelyne Gross NTP A.C.N. Photo by Jessica Delo on unsplash.com
Nails!Excellent indicator of overall health. Growth of entire nail...
Donuts, cereal and pizza should be redefined as DRUGS
Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash.com
Some may argue this point but there is no doubt that much of the fast food we eat is very addictive. For...
Using Observation to Better Assess Physical Health!
Some of you will remember the days when a doctor used to look into your ears, your eyes, your mouth, and would palpate your abdomen, test your knee reflexes...
The Original Anti-Inflammatory!
*Excerpt from the Book “Earthing” by Stephen T Sinatra, M.D.Image by Abbas Tehrani on unsplash.comDid you know that the earth itself is the original...
Successful Workshop
We held another workshop on Saturday discussing allergies. These public education workshops are very informative and free to attend. All are welcome!
Health Benefits of Coconut Oil
*Excerpt from the book “Virgin Coconut Oil” written by Brian & Marianita Jader Shilhavy. This book can be obtained FREE at Tropical Traditions which...
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Another Post from Jocelyne Gross NTP A.C.N. Chocolate Chip Cookies¼ Cup palm shortening 1 egg at room temperature ¼ Cup coconut sugar 2 Tbsp honey 2...
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What is a Balanced Meal?
Another Post from Jocelyne Gross NTP A.C.N. What is a Balanced Meal? There are a lot of different ideas on what to eat and there are many different diets. Traditionally,...
Adrenal Fatigue a 21st Century Stress Syndrome
Book by James L. Wilson, N.D., D.C., Ph.D. Photo by Adrian Swancer on UnspalshAdrenal fatigue (technically called “hypoadrenia” and “hypoadrenalism”)...
Happy Halloween!
With Halloween comes a lot of candy. Who does not love all the treats collected during a good trick or treat night?
While we know white sugar is...
Chocolate Cake Brownies
½ cup palm shortening plus more for greasing the pan 3 oz unsweetened 100% cacao chocolate 5 large eggs ¾ cup honey ¼ cup cocoa powder 1 tsp vanilla...
Salt!
* Photo by Fillipp Romanoski on UnsplashSometimes called the biggest misunderstood in nutrition, Salt is said to be responsible for: • High blood pressure •...
Nightshades
Foods to Avoid for Anyone with Chronic Pains. • Potatoes – The common potato sources include baked, mashed, scalloped, chips, fries, knishes, pierogies,...
Public Education Seminars
More Public Education Workshops!We will be holding a few more seminars before the end of the year. ALL WELCOME! We will be providing refreshments and...
What Causes Mucus
Another Post from Jocelyne Gross NTP A.C.N. What causes Chest Mucus? Data Taken from the Website nativeremedies.com When we become ill or the respiratory...
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