Foods
There is no doubt that fiber is a healthy nutrient. Our gut microorganisms can extract energy and nutrients from dietary fiber and produce the short-chain fatty acids that have been linked to many health benefits. For example (1,2)… Reduced risk of coronary heart disease, stroke and hypertension (high blood pressure) Reduced risk of diabetes Reduced…
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It has been common knowledge for a few decades now that the nitrates and nitrites added to processed meats such as bacon, ham, hot dogs, sausages, salami and other “cold meats” as preservatives and colour enhancers are not healthy. These chemicals are a substantial part of the reason that processed meats are linked with cancers…
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Umm..mm..mm strawberries! Delicious to bite into, juicy and sweet, with a gorgeous ruby glow on the outside. There are enough reasons right there to eat a strawberry. But behind their alluring taste and appearance, there are many more enticements to eat these little fruits. Nutrients in Strawberries With only 49 calories, one half…
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Part 1 of this article looked at the many compelling reasons for a worldwide conversion to regenerative methods in food production and in healthcare. In Part 2, we will look at barriers to this substantial system change. Implementing Regenerative Organic Agriculture and Regenerative Healthcare is a major transformation in food production and consumption habits.…
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It seems an unusual partnership – farmers, medical professionals, soil scientists and consumers joining together with the common goal of regaining human health on our planet. Look a little deeper though and you will realize that this union should not be puzzling. After all, the basic goal of healthcare is to keep humans healthy…
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My name is Debra Harley (BScPhm) and I welcome you to my retirement project, this website. Over the course of a life many lessons are learned, altering deeply-rooted ideas and creating new passions.
