by Amy Goodrich | Aug 16, 2015 | Nutrition, EatLove.Live Blog
While adding more raw vegetables to your diet is definitely a good thing to do for overall health and well-being, going raw all the way isn’t always best. As with many things in life, balance is essential. While it is true that heating food can destroy certain...
by Amy Goodrich | Aug 15, 2015 | Nutrition, EatLove.Live Blog
Often we are told that fish is good for us. It is low in fat, provides tissue building proteins, and is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids. Look at the Mediterranean diet, touted as one of the most heart- and health-friendly diets. And this is where fish is...
by Amy Goodrich | Aug 11, 2015 | Green Living, EatLove.Live Blog, Nutrition
Opting for an organic lifestyle can be a challenge. With the market filled with processed products, genetically modified (GMO) and biotech foods, it is not easy to find truly organic food items. Couple this with a common notion that organic food items are expensive,...
by Amy Goodrich | Aug 5, 2015 | Nutrition, Body & Mind, EatLove.Live Blog, Holistic Healing, Weight Loss
It is no secret that I love coconut oil. In fact, it’s my go-to oil for cooking, dental health, and skin care. Moreover, it comes in 2 forms: refined and unrefined or virgin coconut oil. And unlike most other foods on the market refined doesn’t necessarily mean a bad...
by Amy Goodrich | Aug 3, 2015 | Nutrition, Body & Mind, EatLove.Live Blog, Holistic Healing, Weight Loss
Probiotics are a type of bacteria found in cultured foods that help in strengthening digestion and the immune system. Although the more common sources of probiotics are in dairy products, it is still highly possible to include probiotics in a vegan’s plant-based diet....
by Amy Goodrich | Jul 30, 2015 | Nutrition, EatLove.Live Blog, Weight Loss
Often I’m asked if carbs are the bad guys and proteins should be the nutrient to consume instead. The answer is no; both are essential for our body and we should consume them on a daily basis. Fiber, carbs, fats, proteins, enzymes, vitamins, and minerals all play...
