I was recently contacted by a family member for advice about an ailment that I know many people suffer from. In their e-mail to me they wrote, “I keep getting cold sores in my mouth and on my tongue. What do I need to do to get rid of them? Help!” First of all I want to reiterate […]
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Ask Grettie: Recommended Reading
I was wondering if you have read The Beauty Detox Solution by Kimberly Snyder? I would love to hear your thoughts on some of the main principles throughout the book – Such as Food Pairing, eating Light to Heavy, and some of the Ongoing Cleansing methods: Probiotic & Enzyme Salad (raw sauerkraut), Probiotic, Enzyme and […]
Ask Grettie: All About Probiotics
I have been hearing so much about probiotics lately. I understand their value, but am wanting some more information. How do I choose a good probiotic? So many of them have soy in them and I generally try to avoid soy. Your thoughts? ~ Sirica Hi Sirica! Probiotics are very beneficial. I personally take […]
Ask Grettie: How Healthy is Gardein?
I was recently contacted with a question about Gardein meat substitutes. The reader (who is currently a meat eater, but trying to eat less) was out at a restaurant called the Yard House and saw that they offered vegetarian meals prepared with Gardein. This experience prompted her to ask me what my opinion was about […]
Ask Grettie: Sports Gel Alternatives
I am training for my first marathon in July. I depend on Gu packets and Shot Block packages to get me through my runs. From what I’ve read on your blog it seems that they are processed, syrupy no-nos, and now by eating these I feel like I am undoing the steps I’ve taken […]