Cait Mizzi, CFNP

DON'T JUST SIT THERE! MOVEMENT AS NUTRITION WITH DR. CLIVE CLUTTON LISTEN NOW ON iTUNES, APPLE PODCASTS & SPOTIFY

EGGNOG Let’s compare 3 different versions of this classic holiday treat. Conventional, plant-based conventional and home-made. Conventional:... Milk, modified milk ingredients, sugar/glucose-fructose, egg yolk solids, guar gum, carrageenan, locust bean gum, sodium benzoate, salt, *artificial flavor, *natural colour. *21 grams of added sugar (refined sugars) per glass. Plant-based Conventional: Coconut base (filtered water, coconut cream), sugar, sea salt, guar gum, nutmeg, *natural flavor, xantham gum, annatto extraxt. *15 grams of added sugar (refined sugar) per glass. Home-made: Organic milk, organic egg yolks, organic vanilla extract, organic maple syrup, sea salt, nutmeg. *3 - 7 grams added sugar (maple syrup) per glass. That’s before we discuss the environmental impacts of mass production, packaging, shipping and the added cost to YOU ($$$). Easy, simple, affordable, delicious and better for you. #homemadeeggnog #betterforyou #holidayrecipes #westonaprice #primaldiet #realfood #wholefooddiet #ancestraldiet #humanfood #traditionalfood #traditionalrecipe #functionalfoods #functionalnutrition #noartificialcolors #noartificialflavors #eatrealfood #eggnogseason #sapiendiet #homemadechristmas #diyeggnog #sustainabilitymatters #nutrientdensity #nutrientdense #nutritioustreats #noartificialanything

Quick lunch break between clients to post holiday closures and virtual clinic hours for the next couple of weeks. There might be 1 more appointment available before Christmas Eve, if anyone needs any last minute support before the holidays. We’ll be open again December 28th - 30th.... Closed again December 31st - January 4th. Back to regular operating hours after that: Monday - Friday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST. As always, head over to www.caitmizzi.ca or visit the link in my bio to book an appointment. #functionalnutrition #functionalmedicine #humandiet #sapiendiet #ancestraldiet #lchf #grainfreeliving #autoimmunewarrior #autoimmunedisease #autoimmuneprotocol #aipdiet #antiinflammatorydiet #guthealth #microbesmatter #proteinpacked #fatfueled #ketocarnivore #primaldiet #primalfood #westonprice #humanfood #eatlikeyourancestors #traditionaldiets #traditionalfood #fermentedfoods #nutritionmatters #preventativehealth #preventativemedicine #foodmatters #deepnutrition

REGENERATIVE MEDICINE with DR. ADEEL KHAN LISTEN NOW ON iTUNES, APPLE PODCASTS & SPOTIFY

NEW EPISODE -> The Hidden Toxins In Your Personal Care Products with Kate Robichaud LISTEN NOW on Apple Podcasts & Spotify

According to a 2015 article published in Business Insider, 10 of the top 25 foods that North Americans consume (making up most of their daily calories) are grain-based foods. More specifically, refined and highly processed flours, combined with refined, highly processed vegetable oils and refined, highly processed sugars. The number one slot belongs to grain-based desserts (cake, cookies, pie, cobbler, sweet rolls, pastries and donuts), followed closely by yeast risen breads.

THIS WEEK ON NOSH: Last week, you submitted your burning questions, and on this week’s episode of the podcast, I answer them! We chat about libido and sex drive in the time of C@VID, and how you can get your mojo back ... How men can increase and/or maintain testosterone production as they age Would I rather eat McDonalds or KFC? Do I follow a meat only diet? What are the best supplements for immune health? How can you encourage your partner/family to adopt a healthier lifestyle/diet? What happens with back to back pregnancies, and are they a good idea? This one was a lot of fun. If your questions weren’t answered in this episode, hang tight, more Q&A episodes will be coming in the new year! Find us on Apple Podcast & Spotify *link in bio #functionalnutrition #functionalmedicine #foodfirst #carnivorediet #carnivorecure #sapiendiet #humandiet #lchf #functionalfoods #wellnesspodcast #lowlibido #stressmanagement #healthoptimization #ancestraldiet #weareanimals #holisticfertility #nutrientdeficiency #nutrientdepletions #silverbullet #beyourownhealer #thenoshpodcast #brainhealth #hearthealth #socialmuscle #autoimmunedisease #autoimmunewarrior #autoimmunewellness #pufas #primaldiet #lchf #humandiet #eatrealfood

Peasant Food or Super Food? What we once considered peasant food, is now an array of outsourced and $$$ artisanal delicacy, only attainable by a privileged few. Many people pay a premium to have someone else slow cook bones for a pint of broth, blend up liver into a fine pate, ferment cabbage in salt-water or churn their cream into a stick of butter. Through the obsession of convenience, we have lost touch with reality; disconnected to the plants, animals and microorganisms ...that give us life. We no longer eat like our grandparents did. We’ve slowly been brainwashed by clever marketing that buying branded product is better than buying whole food, and that our time is better spent doing anything other than creating a nutritious meal for ourselves and our loved ones. Think back to the 1930’s, Campbell’s started recommending that consumers NEEDED their cream of mushroom soup to improve cross-generational casserole recipes. They weren’t good enough without Campbell’s! Well, we know that convenience and comfort are a slippery slope. One can of soup incorporated into a family recipe, turns into just the can of soup pretty darn quick. Before you know it, no one knows how to make soup from scratch anymore! I’ve started to reclaim more and more of my innate wisdom in the kitchen. If I don’t think I can make something myself, I force myself to try. Learning new skills and nurturing my self-reliance make me feel powerful, purposeful and happy. Broths, soups, stews, ferments, pates, terrines, head cheese; all such simple, easy, cheap, delicious and deeply nourishing foods that we as humans have been consuming for thousands of years. So, let’s talk head cheese, shall we? Traditionally, it’s a cold cut that comes from the meat of a hog’s head. Rich in collagen from the skin, joints and tendons. Just like a gelatinous broth, you simmer the whole head (or feet) for hours. Other cuts of meat, veg and herbs can be added for color and flavor. Once cooled, the mixture solidifies and become a jelly (aspic). It can then be sliced and gobbled right up. No need for supplements when you know how to get what you need from food!

NEW EPISODE - LISTEN NOW on Apple Podcasts & Spotify Q&A with Cait Mizzi Cait answers your burning questions: Low libido, the decline of sex drive in times of stress, how to increase or maintain testosterone levels in men as they age, wether it's healthy to have back to back pregnancies, what supplements are best for immune support and how to convince your parter to adopt the same healthy diet and lifestyle habits that you have.

HOME MADE MARSHMALLOWS?! AND, THEY'RE GOOD FOR YOU?! If you missed the Marshmallow Social on Zoom yesterday, you can still learn about the benefits of gelatin and borrow my recipe to make your own! Need gelatin? I am offering 15% off my entire dispensary, and on your entire order until Friday December 4th! Click the link for more details and to shop.

During the tenure of my veganism, my own health was always secondary to the cause. After all, I was saving the earth, one cow at a time. I lived off a diet heavy in grains, beans and synthesized vitamins so that I could convince myself and others that optimal health was achievable this way. Once I reached the peak of my health crisis, and decided to pull out all the stops in order to put my autoimmune conditions into remission, the inclusion of animal foods and organ mea...ts were an integral and critical part of that healing protocol. The importance of our own health should always come FIRST, before any other cause. Enter, my #1 food based supplement and the ultimate superfood, IMO. LIVER is arguably the most nutrient dense of all organ meats. It is a powerful (and easily utilized) source of vitamin A, which requires zero conversion in the body (unlike plant based beta-carotene). Vitamin A is necessary for the formation and maintenance of our teeth, bones, white blood cells, skin and most importantly, the regulated function of our immune system. A single serving of liver can meet or exceed your daily requirement of folate, copper, iron and B12. In general, organ meats are 10 - 100 X higher in nutrients than muscle meats, since they act as a storage center for essential nutrients like vitamin D, E, K and copper. These days, I spend about $15 every other week on pastured, organic beef liver, and $0 on the B vitamins and iron supplements that weren’t even working for me, and maybe even working against me. Food first my friends, food first. #eatrealfood #exvegan #ancestraleating #omnivore #organmeat #firstfood #pregnancyfood #brainfood #primalfoods #grainfree #autoimmunedisease #functionalmedicine #functionalnutrition #nosetotail #yourhealthfirst #preconception #naturesmultivitamin #animalbasednutrition #ancestralhealth #westonaprice #meatheals #foodfirst #lchf #functionalfood #pâtéallday

THIS WEEK ON NOSH: I’m joined by the brilliant Loren de la Cruz of @innatefunctionalnutrition. Loren is a functional nutritionist who equips women to use nutrition and lifestyle to regulate their cycles, balance their hormones, heal their metabolism, and optimize their fertility. Loren and I discuss the growing fertility rates and the reasons why, hormonal birth control, informed consent, nutrient depletion, pre-conception prep, healthy pregnancies and all things fertility..., for both women and men. This episode is FULL of incredible information, that I would have paid a LOT of money to have before I had my son almost 10 years ago. If you are a woman, know a woman, or love a woman, this episode is for you! If you enjoy this week’s conversation with Loren de la Cruz, please share it with a friend, post it in your stories, rate, review and subscribe. All of these little forms of love help this podcast reach its full audience potential. Find us on Apple Podcast & Spotify #functionalnutrition #functionalmedicine #preconceptionhealth #preconceptionprep #birthcontrolproblems #hormonebalance #fertilitydiet #fertilityfood #raypeatinspired #drraypeat #aninalbasednutrition #foodfirst

NEW EPISODE: Preparing For Pregnancy With Deep Nutrition with Loren de la Cruz

Glycine, are you getting enough? Glycine is an important amino acid and neurotransmitter . Our bodies use it to create proteins for growth, maintenance of structure, for the production of important hormones and enzymes, and for over all cardiovascular, cognitive and metabolic health. Glycine is the main amino acid found in collagen, and allows for its production to occur. Collagen keeps our skin, cartilage, bones, ligaments and muscles supple and strong. ... Glycine is also needed for the production of glutathione, a powerful antioxidant that protects our cells against oxidative damage caused by free radicals. Glutathione levels naturally decline with age, so ensuring we get enough glycine in our diet helps preserve its production for as long as possible. As a neurotransmitter, glycine affects cognition, mood, appetite, pain perception, and sleep. It has a calming effect on the brain and can promote better, more restful sleep by enabling and increasing the production of serotonin. It also works to increase blood flow to the body’s extremities; reducing the core body temperature and further improving quality of sleep. Glycine is found in protein rich foods like meat and fish, but more specifically in gelatinous cuts of meat, ligaments, tendons and skin. Traditional diets tend to be significantly higher in gelatin than our modern diets, due to nose-to-tail use of the whole animal. Home-made bone broths and gelatin powder are the most convenient sources, and can both be used in all kinds of ways; soups, stews, sauces, warming elixirs, gummy bears, marshmallows, etc. Head to my stories for an easy, 3-ingredient, home-made, glycine rich gummy recipe. #glycinerichfoods #guthealth #sleepoptimization #functionalnutrition #traditionaldiets #sapiendiet #humandiet #ancestralhealth #ancestraldiet #animalbasednutrition #rawhoneybenefits #realfoodonly #noartificialanything #gelatingummies #paleogummies #neurotransmitters #sleepbetter #sibodiet #collagenproduction #antioxidantrich #cardiovascularhealth #naturescandy #foodfirst #nutritiontips

On this week’s episode of NOSH: @gracekingswell is a nutritional therapist, breath work coach, auricular acupuncturist and cold water swimmer. @gracekingswell joins me to discuss cold immersion therapy, red light therapy, and why poor diet is not the only cause of poor health. We discuss why a strong connection to nature and getting your light right, is the key to a healthy life.... You can listen to this episode (and past episodes) on @spotify - we are continuing to have technical difficulties with iTunes, so you won’t find us there at the moment! #thenoshpodcast #functionalmedicine #functionalnutrition #wheelofhealth #sunlighttherapy #redlighttherapy #bluelight #lighttoxicity #coldtherapy #breathwork #coldimmersion #getoutside #coldswimming #cornwalllife #nutritionalpractitioner #getyourlightright #sleepbetter #holistichealth #healyourself #hormeticstress #nourishyourself

There has been a whole lot of new things going on around here, and many new faces too! Seems like a good time to talk about what I’ve got going on, how you might benefit and ways in which we can work together. First and foremost, I’m a certified nutritional practitioner with additional and training and education in immunology, detoxification, ketogenic diets, sports nutrition as well as pre and postnatal nutrition. I run a private practice here in Canada, but see clients (vi...rtually) from all over the world. The goal, through various group programs, workshops and 1:1 visits is to support, educate and empower others to take autonomy over their health and strive for a life of vibrancy. My clinical practice focuses on total health optimization from pediatrics to geriatrics. Together, we look at nutrition, digestion, sleep, movement, mindset and other lifestyle factors in order to properly nourish, rehabilitate and recondition the mind and body. I also host a podcast called Nosh, where we discuss the simplicities and intricacies of the human experience, human health and the relationship we have to the world around us. I believe that we all possess innate wisdom and untapped, unbound power. We are ALL capable of so much more than we give ourselves (and others) credit for. If I do anything meaningful in this life that I’ve been gifted, I hope it’s to help improve the quality of the lives of others, and to remind them of their ability to both feel good and do good things. For more of my work, visit the website, subscribe to the mailing list, book an appointment, or listen to the Nosh Podcast over on @spotify, whenever it tickles your fancy. #thenoshpodcast #humanpower #theremembering #humanpotential #humannature #healthoptimization #brainpower #innatewisdom #mentalwellbeing #brainfood #functionalmedicine #functionalnutrition #virtualpractice #humanhealth #autoimmunedisease #postnatalcare #preconceptionnutrition #eatrealfood #redlighttherapy #coldimmersiontherapy #sapiendiet #humandiet #sunshinetherapy

Kristi Storoschuk, B.Sc joins Cait to discuss intermittent fasting and how it can affect women; their hormones, menstrual cycle and mental health. Kristi is a botanist, science communicator and researcher with a specialized focus on ketogenic diets, metabolic therapy, and fasting. For more of Kristi's work, follow her on Instagram @krististoroschuk, visit her website www.getoldslowly.com and download the @zerofasting app on Google Play or the App Store. #thenoshpodcast #fert...ility #womenshealth #intermittentfasting #womenshormones #hormonalhealth #prolongedfasting #autophagyfasting #fastingbenefits #functionalmedicine #functionalnutrition #lowcarbdiet #lchf #nutrientdense #evolutionarybiology #fastingscience #womenandfasting #omaddiet #fastingrituals #autoimmunedisease #insulinresistance #metabolicconditioning #healthpodcast #sapiendiet #bulletproofdiet #longevity #alzheimersprevention #ovulationtracking #menstruationmatters #menstruationcycle See more

The health of our gut is a direct indication of our overall health.

The Nosh Podcast : What Women Need To Know About Intermittent Fasting - November 13, 2020

Because of you, your support and your votes, my private practice has won platinum Readers' Choice awards in both Nutritional Services and Alternative Medicine. I am elated! Thank you, thank you, thank you to all who made this possible!

Ficus robusta (rubber trees) are one of my favorite house plants. While relatively inexpensive and easy to care for, they also happen to possess remarkable purifying properties that, according to NASA, significantly improve the air quality within your home. The rubber tree’s large leaves absorb airborne chemicals like formaldehyde and other VOC’s, breaking them down and rendering them harmless. They also remove carbon-dioxide and carbon-monoxide from the surrounding area, wh...ile increasing the level of oxygen for you to breathe. Not least, the rubber plant has a high transpiration rate, which increases the humidity of the room, reducing dust and other airborne allergens. Other studies have shown that just by seeing plants, feelings of calm and relaxation increase, in turn, decreasing levels of anxiety and depression. One other study showed that having plants at home, or in the work space, helped to improve memory and attention span by 20%! decreased carbon dioxide/monoxide increased oxygen removes toxic chemicals increased humidity reduced allergens promotes relaxation decreased anxiety improved memory This growing beauty of mine (and the gorgeous mustard pot that she calls home), came from @shop_foli. They offer high quality plants and pots - delivered right to your doorstep. Female owned and operated, right here in . #plantbaby #planttherapy #rubbertreeplant #foli #plantdelivery #airpurifyingplants #houseplants #plantmom #mentalhealthtips #plantlady #plantshop #plantmedicine #benefitsofplants #functionalmedicine #holistichealth #humanhealth #wellnesstips #ficusrobusta

In 2017, a third of the population was shown to be carrying the specific genes for celiac disease. Only about 5% of that population have or will go on to develop the condition. Unfortunately, that number seems to be growing. Currently, celiac disease affects at least 3 million Americans, and a very large portion of cases are going undiagnosed.

Winner, winner, fish eggs for dinner! I don’t count calories. There are so many other more important things to consider when it comes to what you eat. Also, calories are not created equal (ignore anyone who tells you differently). 300 calories of white rice will nourish and fuel you very differently than 300 calories of protein, 300 calories of fat, or 300 calories of kale (that’s a LOT of kale ).... For example, I could eat a bowl of white rice with some steamed spinach to the same caloric value as eggs and salmon, but the nutrient profiles will vastly differ. We need so much more than just caloric energy to survive, and most certainly to thrive. Instead of counting calories, I count nutrients. Not literally of course, that would be exhausting . I intentionally choose foods that I know to be rich in as many different and bioavailable nutrients as possible, and then, I eat them! How much? As much as it takes for me to feel full. The end. Pasture raised eggs are a great source of protein, omega3 fatty acids, fat soluble vitamins A, D & E, vitamin B12 and B6, folate, phosphorus, selenium, magnesium, iodine, choline, lutein and zeaxanthin. Salmon roe is a great source of EPA & DHA, omega3 fatty acids, choline, vitamin D & E, vitamin K, B2, B5, B6 & B12, selenium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, calcium, zinc, copper, folate and astaxanthin. Huh, strange, it’s almost as if mother nature designed a perfectly balanced multivitamin !? Nutrient density over caloric load #nutrientdensefoods #salmonroe #functionalfoods #functionalnutrition #babymakingfood #brainfood #multivitamin #realfoodonly #wholefoods #animalbasednutrition #ancestraldiet #sapiendiet #humandiet #saturatedfat #cholesterolmyth #sexhormones #nourishandheal #meatheals #lowcarb #alzheimersdiet #functionalmedicine #lchf #bioavailablenutrients #deepnutrition See more

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Vegetarian eggs . I always have a good laugh when I see this proudly stated on a carton of eggs in the shops. Chickens, by nature, are NOT vegetarians! We should not feel proud to eat an animal or their byproducts when they aren’t being fed a species appropriate diet. It’s not good for them, and in turn, not good for us. Chickens seek out worms, grubs, bugs, snails, their own eggs, mice, smaller birds and snakes. They LOVE meat. Why? Because - REAL FOOD. It’s high in prot...ein and bioavailable vitamins and minerals that keep them healthy and robust. Humans began feeding chickens grain feed for the same reason that they began feeding pigs and cows grain feed. It’s dirt cheap, and it fattens them up real quick. In other words, bigger chickens, faster, and more money in the producers pocket. A truly pasture raised egg contains 2X the omega-3 fatty acids, 3X the vitamin D, 4X the vitamin E and 7X the beta-carotene in comparison to a chicken raised on vegetarian grain. Don’t be fooled by the endless green washing. Chickens fed a vegetarian diet are not the chickens for you. #pastureraisedeggs #whatyoueateats #whatyoueatmatters #chickeneggs #heritagechickens #homestead #knowyourfood #eatlocallygrown #speciesappropriatediet #sapiendiet #animalfoods #functionalfoods #araucanaeggs #omnivore #nourishment #traditionalfoods #ancestraldiet #humandiet #nutrientdense #eatrealfood #knowyourfarmer #beyourfarmer #unlearneverything #theremembering See more

Keto-curious? Check out my latest article for Unbun Foods!

Trying out some new ferments today, because #skillsoverconvenience Mustard Spiced Ketchup (swipe) Jalapeño Relish (not shown)... Super simple, super cheap, zero waste, a wonderful alternative to expensive probiotic supplements, flavorful, delicious, satisfying, rewarding, fun, must I go on? I’ll report back once the microbes have worked their magic, and show you all the final product. Also, for those of you who like to think about the holidays in September (), these make wonderful gifts! #fermentation #fermentedfoods #microbesmatter #guthealth #probioticfoods #beneficialbacteria #traditionalfoods #ancestralhealing #functionalfoods #functionalnutrition #dailyprobiotic #realfoodonly #wholefooddiet #sapiendiet #ancestralwisdom #ancestralfoods #fermentedcondiments #homemadeketchup #homemademustard #wastefree #skillsoverconvenience See more

NEW - Insulin Resistance: Causes, Symptoms and How to Reverse It

My most recent article for Unbun Foods - Blood Sugar & Insulin Resistance: What You Need To Know

Pals! I made it to the second and final round of the Hamilton Spectator’s Reader’s Choice Awards! I was nominated in 3 different categories; Alternative Medicine, Holistic Health & Nutritional Services. ... If you’re a client/patient of mine (past or present), if you’ve ever come to any of my workshops, done any of my online programs, enjoyed any of my free online content, blogging or articles, OR, if you’d just like to support my private practice by voting for me - I’d be SO grateful! Head to the link below, sign in, and vote before September 27th!

August in southern Ontario is for peaches. I’m not sure there’s a fruit I love more than a local, in-season, organic, hand-picked peach. I make a mean stone-fruit salad with fresh basil, fermented hot sauce and fresh burrata. Tonight, however, it’s unpasteurized yogurt, unpasteurized honey from last summer’s harvest, and fresh Niagara peaches (picked yesterday). ... Do you live around here? Did you nab some yet? Better hop to it before there’s none left for the taking! #eatseasonally #eatlocal #supportlocal #southernontariofarmers #peachseason #rawhoney #rawdairy #unpasteurized #organicproduce #niagarapeach #eatrealfood #ancestraldiet #localfood #noingredients #guthealth #healingfoods #healyourgut #gimap #functionalnutrition #functionalfood #zerowaste #zeropackaging #fermentedfoods #fermenteddairy

WOW - I am honored to be nominated for best Nutritional Services provider by the Hamilton Spectator in the 2020 Reader’s Choice Awards! If you’re so inclined, please go vote! Thank you all so much for your support!

Dessert tonight is 100% seasonal, 100% local and 100% delicious. No planes, no packaging, no processing of any kind. Just nutrient dense foods that humans have been consuming for thousands of years. Hand picked black raspberries and red currants, freshly whipped raw cream and a little drizzle of raw honey from our bees. Sweet summer perfection in a bowl. ... #eatseasonally #eatlocal #ancestraldiet #nutrientdense #rawfoods #realfoodonly #fatsolublevitamins #handpicked #wildfoods #simplefoods #functionalnutrition #ancestralhealing #realfooddessert #rawdairy #foragedfood #primalfoods #deepnutrition #nourished See more

I’ve found it a bit of a struggle to feel inspired or motivated to produce and share the specific content that so many of you normally come here for. So, while that’s happening, here’s lunch: Scrambled eggs w/ fresh ricotta... Roasted radishes w/ sea salt Home-made pickled onions Local, fully pastured bacon #eatrealfood #ancestraldiet #fermentedfoods #animalbasednutrition #functionalnutrition #sapiendiet #paleodiet #carnivorediet #eatlocal #eatseasonalfood #locallyraised #pastureraised #farmtotable #lowcarb #foodismedicine #deepnutrition #humanfood #brainfood #autoimmunedisease #metabolichealth #foodsovereignty See more

This episode is SO helpful for ANYONE following ANY way of eating. We have guest speaker J Gulinello, a Nutritionist with a Masters in Human Nutrition from New York City. We talk all about SATURATED FAT, CHOLESTEROL, how biased, politically driven and outdated dietary guidelines have steered us so terribly wrong. Learn how to interpret your own bloodwork (lipid panel) and how to avoid statins forever! Do not miss this one!

Episode 2: Carnivore Diet (Animal Based Nutrition) A How to Guide

DHA/EPA DHA is a form of omega-3 fatty acid. It is the primary structural component of the brain, cerebral cortex, retina and our skin. It is most critical for maintaining nerve cell structure, membrane fluidity and function. DHA is essential for the fusion of synaptic vesicles (which store our neurotransmitters) and for the optimization of visual function in the retina of the eye. Additionally, DHA helps to reduce entry of enlarged LDL particles into the muscle cells... that line the arteries, reducing the development of atherosclerotic lesions, which protects you against stroke and coronary artery disease. EPA is another form of omega-3 fatty acid. It plays a critical role in supporting the healthy regulation of cellular inflammation, neuro-inflammation, blood flow and the formation of blood clots. EPA is well known for its powerful ability to lower triglycerides, a type of fat (raised by diets high in sugar and carbohydrates) that can contribute to arteriosclerosis and pancreatitis. EPA is also known for its effectiveness in the reduction of symptoms and treatment of established cases of depression. It is important to consider your intake of both DHA and EPA during all phases of life, most specifically in pregnancy, infancy and childhood to ensure that development of the brain and eyes are fully supported. Today’s lunch: Wild sockeye salmon (bones in), anchovies, kalamata olives, home-made pickles and some romaine lettuce. Quick (under 5 minutes), no fuss, nutrient dense, filling and on with your day. Anchovies 5.8g protein, 1.9g of fat, and no carbohydrates. An excellent source of calcium, B12, copper, potassium, selenium, phosphorous, niacin, iron, zinc, EPA and DHA. Wild Sockeye Salmon 39g protein, 15g fat, and no carbohydrates. An excellent source of calcium, B12, choline, vitamin A, potassium, selenium, phosphorous, vitamin D, EPA and DHA. #functionalnutrition #functionalmedicine #preventativehealth #sugarfreelife #paleodiet #paleolithicketogenicdiet #sapiendiet #animalbasednutrition #lowcarb #ketogenicdiet #ketosis #meatheals #brainfood #autoimmunedisease #autoimmuneprotocol #longevitydiet #antialzheimers #healthoptimization See more

Crispy Pork Belly w/ Kimchi & Scallions Preheat oven to 470F Score the skin and pat dry Rub the pork belly with 2 tsp of olive oil, ground pepper and sea salt... Place in roasting pan, skin side up Bake for 30 minutes, until skin bubbles Reduce temperature to 320F Bake for 80 minutes (uncovered) Finish under broiler for 5 minutes Cover, rest for 15 minutes Serve YOU ARE WELCOME. #porkbelly #realfoodrecipes #ketorecipes #lchffood #ketocarnivore #autoimmunepaleo #sapiendiet #ancestraldiet #animalbasednutrition #nutrientdense #functionalfoods #functionalnutrition #ketofoodie #omaddiet #ketogenic #locallyraised #pastureraised #noprocessedfood #sugarfreelife #longetivitydiet #ketowomen #paleorecipes @ Home Sweet Home See more

When you eat, food is quickly broken down into sugar (glucose). Glucose enters the bloodstream and signals to the pancreas to release a hormone called insulin. Insulin allows blood sugar to be put into the body’s cells, where it is used for immediate energy. It also signals to the liver to store blood sugar for more prolonged use in the form of glycogen. When blood sugar is appropriately stored in the cells, levels in the bloodstream decrease. In turn, insulin levels also dec...rease. Lower insulin levels alert the liver to release glycogen stores for more energy. How does this perfect system fall apart? A LOT of blood sugar enters the bloodstream at once (too much food, the wrong foods, stress, poor sleep). The pancreas responds by pumping out a LOT of insulin to meet the demand. The pancreas continues flooding the blood stream with insulin in an attempt to engage the cells. Over time, cells stop responding to insulin (*insulin resistance). Blood sugar continues to rise. Excess and unregulated blood sugar is very dangerous and damaging to the body. Left uninterrupted, the pancreas will fail to produce enough insulin (*type 2 diabetes). 1 in 3 Canadians have pre-diabetes and close to 42,000 Canadians die from this preventable disease each year. Only 12% of the American population is metabolically healthy. In other words, 88% of the population is insulin resistant or diabetic. How do you find out if you’re insulin resistant? I recommend the following labs: HbA1c Fasting Glucose Fasting Insulin () Lipid Panel (LDL, HDL, Triglycerides) The good news is, if you are insulin resistant, it can be reversed quite quickly! Appropriate dietary and lifestyle changes are more effective than any pill. Avoid high blood sugar episodes, mitigate stress, get proper sleep and prioritize some form of physical activity. If you want more information, have bloodwork to review, or need dietary guidance and support, please book an appointment today! See more

It’s not the cow, it’s the how. Consuming meat is not inherently bad. However, the ways in which most meat is farmed, slaughtered, butchered and packaged IS. Decentralizing meat production is more important than ever. Meat is still one of the most nutrient dense foods for low income families to get their hands on. It is the most bioavailable form of many of our vitamins and minerals (especially as soil degradation continues at a break neck pace). We must embrace a differ...ent system if we want to continue eating ANY foods that are not grown in a lab (plant or animal), as we only have 40-50 years of top soil left. Again, for the people in the back, 40-50 YEARS (!!!) and then it’s all gone friends. No more crops. Period. Regenerative agriculture IS a viable solution. But it takes time, work, energy. It takes you voting with your dollar and your fork. Not only is it a carbon sink, it is better for the animals, the land, the air and us humans (nutritionally of course, but also it yields better, safer work conditions). Sustainable Dish - Diana Rodgers, RD <- follow for all of the data

Glutathione famously known as the master antioxidant, detoxifier and immune system coordinator. It protects host cells and optimizes lymphocyte functionality. NAC - a precursor of L-cysteine, required for antioxidant production, specifically, glutathione. It has a restraining effect on inflammatory responses and acts as a mucolytic, helping to reduce mucous, and decrease symptoms of respiratory infections. L-Glutamine - an essential amino acid, required for the produ...ction of both NAC and glutathione. Vitamin C - a potent antioxidant and cofactor for collagen and carnitine synthesis, plays a critical role in both gene transcription and regulation. Zinc - an essential micronutrient necessary for cellular growth, immune related signaling, and for the normal development and functionality of immune cells. Colostrum known as first milk, if not available fresh from a human Mama, it is best derived from pasture raised cows in supplemental form. Because of its high concentration of antibodies IgA and IgG, it is able to help protect against bacterial and viral infection. Vitamin D - an essential micronutrient with the ability to modulate innate and adaptive immune responses. Deficiencies are linked to an increased susceptibility to infection. Beta-Glucans a form of soluble fibre, otherwise known as polysaccharide. Derived from specific yeasts, algae and mushrooms like reishi and maitake. Known for their anti-carcinogenic activity and powerful immune stimulation by enhancing macrophages and improving natural killer cell function. Vitamin D, C, Zinc, BG’s and Colostrum must be consumed dietarily or through supplementation, the body does not have the ability to produce any of these on its own. L-Glutamine, NAC and GSH are all produced by the body. There are genetic SNPs that decrease these pathways, environmental factors, medications, stress, aging, dietary choices and pollution that deplete normal levels, leaving our immune system compromised. Choose real, nutrient dense foods rich in these nutrients. Supplementation during times of stress, travel or flu season will help to build resiliency in times of need. See more

FASTING A daily fasting window of 12-18 hours will promote autophagy, a normal physiological process with abundant health benefits. From the Greek word auto (self), and phagy (eating), it promotes the destruction of cells that are infected by foreign pathogens. SLEEP T-cells and certain proteins called cytokines are released by the immune system while you sleep. 8 hours per night increases your immunity to the common cold by 32%, vs. those who get only 5 hours. ... DIET The foods we consume modulate our immune system in a myriad of ways, and have the ability to efficiently reduce the risk of infection. All forms of sugar, vegetable and seed oils, alcohol and refined carbohydrates can reduce eicosanoids that alter hormonal signaling to the immune system and leave us exposed and at risk. SUNSHINE Sunlight promotes regulatory T-cells that defend the immune system against pathogens. UV light triggers the production of vitamin D, which helps us uptake essential nutrients and promotes proper signalling of the immune system. MOVEMENT Exercise elevates T-cell and NK cell production, increases circulating neutrophils and monocytes and reduces lymphocytes. STRESS MANAGEMENT Chronic stress dysregulates immune function through pro-inflammatory responses. Diet, sleep, sunlight, movement and fasting don’t do a damn thing if your stress levels are chronically elevated. BOOZE One of the more significant effects of alcohol is how it effects the structure and integrity of the GI tract. Your gut wall houses 70% of the cells that make up your entire immune system. Consumption disrupts the delicate environment required for the survival of these cells and the necessary microbes that communicate with them. SUPPLEMENTATION Proper immune function requires adequate macro and micronutrients like protein, fat, vitamins A, D, E, K, B6, B12, folate, selenium & zinc. Ensure that any deficiencies are remedied through diet & supplementation. HYGIENE Wash your hands well and often. DON’T TOUCH Avoid touching your eyes, nose, mouth and any other entry points before washing up! See more

Incase you missed it - the most recent episode of the STATE OF MIND podcast w/ Grace Kingswell is up! Grace and I talk about blood sugar management, staggering rates of type 2 diabetes, why the ketogenic diet is not a fad, the pitfalls of a vegan diet and the Game Changers documentary. If you love this episode, please share it with a friend! Or, rate and review to help Grace’s incredible content get heard by MORE people!

Becel, Earth Balance, Country Crock: all variations on the margarine theme. Typically made from a vegetable oil base of canola, cottonseed, corn, soybean, safflower or sunflower oil and then highly refined and processed before being smeared on your toast. In order for these seeds and vegetables to be processed into an oil, they must first be pressed under extreme pressure and heat. They’re then treated with hexane and other chemical solvents. Next, they’re hydroge...nated to make them behave more like butter; liquid when warmed, solid at room temperature. They’re then mixed with a nickel catalyst and subjected to hydrogen gas at a very high pressure and temperature. Next, soap-like emulsifiers are added in (yum!). At this point, the oils wreak of chemicals and appear grey, brown and foggy. Consumers won’t buy that! So, they’re de-odorized and bleached for your viewing and smelling pleasure. At this point, they are mixed with synthetic vitamins, coloring and artificial flavoring. Oh, and don’t forget the butylated hydroxytoluene (or BHT), a notoriously toxic and carcinogenic preservative used in many highly processed foods. This heart-healthy spread is now ready for packaging, marketing and lastly, recommended using wildly outdated science from the 1960’s, funded by big industry and perpetuated by the American Heart Association, whom in turn, is funded by the very companies that produce these products in the first place. If anything requires that much processing, you should most definitely NOT put it in your mouth. Be a pal, don’t pass the margarine #eatrealfood #wholefoods #noprocessedfood #ditchprocessedfood #functionalnutrition #outdatedscience #margarine #hearthealthy #inflammation #autoimmunedisease #eattothrive #nongmo #junkfood #eatsimply #humandiet #fatsthatheal #fatsthatkill #healthyliving