Grilling season is here, the weather is warm, this is the perfect time to indulge in fish for a light, healthy dinner. Cedar plank salmon is one of our favorite summer meals. See here for instructions on how easy plank cooking can be. Omega-3 Craze The nutrition world is buzzing about the potential health benefits of omega-3 […]
PREBIOTICS, different from PROBIOTICS, are found in certain foods and provide nourishment to probiotic bacteria. In other words, prebiotics are food for the beneficial bacteria living in your gut. In addition to stimulating growth and/or activity of beneficial bacteria, prebiotics have many health benefits for the host (YOU!). The most well-known prebiotic is fiber, which […]
The term probiotics literally means “for life”, and is used to describe beneficial bacteria that colonize in the gut. Probiotics have been shown to provide health benefits such as enhancing immune function, assisting with lactose intolerance, and reducing the risk of certain diarrheal illnesses. Some studies also report that certain probiotics can play a role […]