by Brent Kovacs | Sep 10, 2018 | Eating for Energy, Popular Diets, Relationship with Food
What Is The Macrobiotic Diet (And Why Is It So Healing)? Originally developed in Asia, the Macrobiotic diet has been around for centuries. The diet is mostly plant-based, including lots of vegetables and healthy whole grains, while extremely low in sugar and animal...
by Admin - TWJ | Jan 16, 2018 | Blog & Video Categories, Food Supply, Quick Meals, Relationship with Food
We're curious, do you love grocery shopping or do you dread it? We’d love to know in the comments below. Maybe you're somewhere in between depending on how much time you have and how familiar you are with the store? When I know the store and have plenty of time, the...
by Christa Orecchio | Aug 27, 2016 | Blog & Video Categories, Digestive Health, Gut Health, Relationship with Food
Creating and maintaining the appropriate acid balance in the stomach is a hugely important yet challenging task. When acid imbalance is prolonged it may result in unhealthy absorption and digestion within the GI tract. It's important for stomach acid to be in balance...
by Christa Orecchio | Aug 27, 2016 | Randy & Christa Show, Relationship with Food, Stress Management/Emotional Health
Today we interview the very first nutrition expert I heard speak at my nutrition school, The Institute of Integrative Nutrition, Marc David. While listening to him on stage back in 2005, a major light bulb went on for me that hasn’t ever turned off. Our relationship...
by Christa Orecchio | Aug 27, 2016 | Blog & Video Categories, Eating for Energy, Relationship with Food
Do you count calories, or did you ever? I guarantee you we all know someone who is addicted to calorie counting and getting him or her to stop could seem virtually impossible. They’ve been on Weight Watchers a handful of times. Or maybe Jenny Craig worked for them....
by Christa Orecchio | Aug 27, 2016 | Blog & Video Categories, Food Supply, Popular Diets, Relationship with Food
We are often asked what our favorite resources are for nutrition. If you are as passionate as we are about nutrition, please check out the following books and documentaries to learn about a whole host of health issues and hot topics. Books Adrenal Fatigue, the 21st...
by Christa Orecchio | Aug 27, 2016 | Blog & Video Categories, Relationship with Food, Stress Management/Emotional Health
It is not only what we eat, but how we eat that has a profound effect on our health and wellness. Much of our modern lives revolve around convenience and the mounting pressure for sky-high productivity. Many people actually feel that taking the time out to fully enjoy...
by Christa Orecchio | Aug 26, 2016 | Blog & Video Categories, Relationship with Food, Stress Management/Emotional Health
How’s your food relationship? What kind of eater are you – a stand-at-the-kitchen counter or over-the-kitchen-sink eater? Or maybe an eat-on-the-go or in-the-car eater? Perhaps most of your meals are eaten in front of the computer or the TV. Or maybe you are one of...
by Christa Orecchio | Aug 26, 2016 | Blog & Video Categories, Relationship with Food
Orthorexia??? We all know that bulimia and anorexia are eating disorders. But did you know about the newest one? Orthorexia is a term coined by Steven Bratman MD, to denote an eating disorder characterized by excessive focus on eating healthy foods. It comes from the...
by Christa Orecchio | Aug 26, 2016 | Blog & Video Categories, Relationship with Food
“Nobody can give you wiser advice than yourself.” – Cicero The body is an amazing source of intelligence. It is always there for you, pumping blood, never skipping a heartbeat, digesting whatever food you put in it, and maintaining homeostasis. Is...
