Avocado, Almond and Pomegranate Salad Ingredients ½ head of butter lettuce 1 small avocado peeled and sliced 2 Tablespoons toasted sliced almonds 2 Tablespoons fresh pomegranate seeds ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced Ingredients – Vinaigrette 2 Tablespoon of champagne or white wine vinegar 2 teaspoons dijon mustard 1 teaspoon honey 1 clove garlic crushed … Read more
Joan Haynes, NMD Do you suffer from bloating, gas, belching, or abdominal pain with meals? If so, maybe your gallbladder is causing the symptoms. The gallbladder is a digestive organ located in the upper right portion of the abdomen directly underneath the liver. The liver makes bile which is stored and concentrated in the gallbladder. As … Read more
by Joan Haynes, NMD The thyroid gland makes hormones that control the basic activity (metabolism) of every cell in the body. Hypothyroid (too little thyroid) symptoms: Fatigue, weight gain, depression, coarse and dry hair; hair loss, dry and scaly skin, constipation, frequent infections, hoarse voice, inability to lose weight with diet/exercise, loss of outer edge … Read more
Chocolate Bark with Ginger and Pistachios Ingredients 3 oz. bittersweet dark chocolate (70% to 72% cacao), chopped (1/2 cup) 2 Tbs. chopped salted pistachios 1 Tbs. chopped crystallized ginger Instructions Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper. Prepare the pistachios and ginger. In a double boiler (a metal bowl set over a saucepan … Read more
Ingredients 1 can (16 ounces) pureed pumpkin 3/4 cup sugar or sucanat (or I use 1/2 cup maple syrup) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1 teaspoon ground allspice, optional 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, optional 2-3 tablespoons … Read more
Joan Haynes, NMD The most common complaint I see in my practice is fatigue. Fatigue can have many, many causes including a low thyroid, nutritional deficiencies, depression, poor sleep, etc. However, generally unrecognized in conventional medicine, adrenal fatigue is something I see quite commonly. The adrenal glands are your stress-defense team. Extreme or prolonged stress … Read more
INGREDIENTS ½ pound peeled, seeded and cubed butternut squash (I used 2 ½ cups cooked squash or pumpkin or a mixture of the two) 1 1/2 cups rice flour ¼ cup rice protein powder (optional) 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 Tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice = (3/4 … Read more
By Joan Haynes, NMD High in nutrients and low in calories, kale is an ideal food to eat regularly. There are over 60 nutrients found in kale. It is a rich source of the antioxidants lutein, zeaxanthin, beta-carotene, and vitamin C. Kale also contains manganese, copper, omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, folic acid, vitamin B6, vitamin … Read more
Joan Haynes, NMD Feeling more chilly than those around you? Some causes could be a low thyroid, anemia, diabetes or Raynaud’s Syndrome. Here’s how to find out. Lab Tests Our office or your doctor can run some of the following tests. Tests are selected depending on any other symptoms or health concerns you may have. … Read more
by Joan Haynes, NMD Here’s a great recipe for Gluten-Free Tortillas (Italian Crepes). These can be used as pancakes, crepes, wraps, or even sandwich bread. These are great to make in big bunches and store in the freezer. This recipe makes 6 Ingredients: 6 eggs (one egg per tortilla) make your own Gulten Free flour: … Read more