Category: Culinary Medicine

30 grams of fiber per day

Isabella August 3, 2022 0 Comments
FIBER is so critical for a health gut microbiome. I discuss more about the microbiome: click here to learn about microbiome or 8 steps to nourish your microbiome. If you are suffering from GI issues (such as constipation or irritable bowel syndrome), I always recommend getting at least 30 grams of fiber per day. Now, everyone is different so you should always talk to your doctor first. You can...

Bitter Melon Soup

Isabella September 23, 2021 0 Comments
FILLING 4 bitter melons 5-6″ long or 3 bitter melons 8″ long 1 lb ground pork 1 medium onion ~2/3 cup chopped 1/2 cup hydrated wood ear mushrooms chopped  1 pack of dried mung bean noodles chopped. ~1 cup hydrated.  2 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1/2 tablespoon fish sauce optional BROTH 3 cups broth 4.5 cups water sugar and salt for seasoning the...

7 Effective Ways to Cut Your Sugar Addiction!

Isabella November 6, 2020 0 Comments
The #1 Public Enemy to weight management is...you guessed it, SUGAR! Below, I'll list some easy ways to cut your sugar addiction and get your weight back! Sugar, in its natural state, is important for our body to function properly. However, if it's processed and added to our food, that causes a LOT of trouble! Added sugar is not just in sweets, it's EVERYWHERE, even in places you would never...

5 Teas for Weight Loss

Isabella November 6, 2020 0 Comments
In America, tea is tea. The most well known is the finely ground gunpowder known as Lipton that is an assault to the senses...in a BAD way.  However, in places like Japan, the UK, and many parts of Asia, tea leaves are so nuanced and full of intriguing flavors. Additionally, some teas even have some health benefits--like reving up your metabolism, decreasing hunger, relieving stress, and...

Oils & Fats – Ways to Reduce Fat in Your Diet

Isabella June 11, 2020 0 Comments
Fats tend to get a bad rap because there are good fats and bad fats. However, it's also good to limit some of your fats consumption. Below are a few ideas on how to do this! Consider making these changes to reduce fat in your diet: Add variety to your sandwich! Ditch the mayonnaise and full-fat cheese, and replace with: • Slices of avocado • Hummus spread, been spread, and red pepper spread...

Oils & Fats – How and When to Use Them

Isabella June 11, 2020 0 Comments
Oils and fats have a bad rap and are high in calories (1 tsp oil = ~50 calories!) However, fats also have many benefits. Additionally, not all fats are created equal.  Did you know that the sugar industry played a LARGE role in this bad reputation? This started back in 1965 when the Sugar Research Foundation (SRF) funded its first research project that was later published in New England Journal...