Clean Food Network

Is it possible your pet is eating a healthier diet than you?When you choose food for your pets, the considerations are very rational. You take a look at what veterinary science says is the best, and then you provide that food. Your furry friends have very little choice in the matter. When you choose food for yourself, there are many more variables, such as convenience, taste, discipline, trends, and eating in social settings. As a human placed in certain situations, you're more likely to make poor choices and unhealthy compromises. Freshness and variety is a great concept, but you should also have a few go-to options that will provide essential nutrients (both micronutrients and macronutrients) and other compounds.Douglas (Duffy) MacKay, ND, joins host Lisa Davis to explain why your pet may have a better diet than you and how you can meet your health goals, simply by slightly tweaking your choices.

Whole foods encompass foods that come straight from the Earth in their most unprocessed, unrefined state. What about soul foods?Whole foods encompass foods that come straight from the Earth in their most unprocessed, unrefined state.What about soul foods?Jamie Relei Ferguson, Lifestyle & Wellness Coach, created her Be Well Bites Coaching Program in order to nourish your body, heart and soul.The four soul elements include: Relationships Physical activity Spirituality Career When you fulfill yourself with the soul foods of life, your entire experience improves. Jamie also developed a 21 Day Be Well Cleanse, which hones in on body, mind, and spirit. Whole foods-based cleanse focused on clean eating Focused on vegetables, fruits, legumes, seeds, healthy oils, and lean meats and fish on day 11 Removing the following foods for the time: sugar, dairy, soy, alcohol, caffeine Benefits/Successes: Average weight loss 8-10 pounds in 21 Days Increased energy, libido, clarity, sense of smell and taste, clearer skin

Shopping for fresh foods at your local farmers' market is a fantastic way to get on the path to greater health. However, there are some myths about shopping locally.Shopping for fresh foods at your local farmers' market is a fantastic way to get on the path to greater health.However, there are some myths about shopping locally. Dr. P.K. Newby, nutrition scientist and author with more than 20 years of experience researching diet-related diseases, explains that these myths shouldn't deter you from continuing to visit your local market, but they are important to keep in mind. Myth: Eating local is the best thing you can do for the environment. Truth: Bottom line is that the best thing you can do is to eat less meat (of any kind). Myth: Local veggies and fruits are more nutritious. Truth: They might be more delicious, but not necessarily more nutritious. Frozen produce may even be more nutritious.  Myth: Local food (seafood in particular) is more sustainable. Truth: There are many factors that go into sustainabil

Farmers' markets often offer foods that have been sustainably raised and harvested, as well as heirloom varieties you might not find in your supermarket.Eating seasonally is the perfect way to find unusual and succulent fruits and vegetables, particularly if you're able to visit a local farmers' market. These markets often offer foods that have been sustainably raised and harvested, as well as heirloom varieties you might not find in your supermarket.  Dr. P.K. Newby, "The Nutrition Doctor," is a nutrition scientist and author with more than 20 years of experience researching diet-related diseases and teaching students about why what we eat matters, farm to fork.She is currently teaching a course at at Harvard Extension School, entitled "From Farm to Fork: Why What We Eat Matters."Listen in as Dr. Newby shares what she's learned in her many years of expertise, as well as some tips for finding the best produce and other fresh foods in your local area.

Want to turn your favorite comfort foods from forbidden to healthy in seconds?Want to turn your favorite comfort foods from forbidden to healthy in seconds?In her new book, Sneaky Blends, Missy Chase Lapine offers 10 quick and easy ways to slip blends into everyday meals, including: Add them to the morning omelet, stir them into soups to create creaminess without the dairy. Use them to replace more than 50% of the fat and sugar in baked goods. Take tuna and chicken salads to a whole new level by cutting the mayo and replacing with blends. Missy gives you tools you need to use the same blend technique she pioneered in her kids-focused book, The Sneaky Chef, to round out your own meals with healthful, hidden nutrients tucked inside.With recipes such as Seared Salmon with Dill Sauce using the Broccoli-Pea-Spinach Base Blend, Meaty Mushroom Bolognese using the Carrot-Sweet Potato Base Blend, and the Skinny Chocolate Cake using the Black Bean-Blueberry-Baby Kale Base Blend, Sneaky Blends is packed with deliciou

Smoothies are a great way to get tons of nutrients in an on-the-go snack.Smoothies are a great way to get tons of nutrients in an on-the-go snack.But, keeping up with fresh ingredients and taking the time to buy, chop and prepare can seem overwhelming.Fortunately, smoothie delivery services like Green Blender are making it easy for you to create unique smoothies on a daily basis, all while avoiding the cost of wasted food.The recipes are hand crafted to ensure they're packed with flavor and nutrients. The company only uses the best produce and superfoods, and focuses on working with organic and local farms to create a uniquely balanced menu. Jenna Tanenbaum, founder of Green Blender, joins host Lisa Davis to share information about the company, as well as some of the yummy new recipes for the coming season.

The philosophy of naturopathic medicine is to use the most natural methods to achieve optimal health and beauty.The philosophy of naturopathic medicine is to use the most natural methods to achieve optimal health and beauty.People who follow this philosophy have a "glow," an almost indescribable radiance, beauty, and energetic vitality.An important core factor of achieving that goal lies in the digestive tract, where 75 percent of your immune system resides. What you eat and how you eat is crucial for health and longevity. Pina LoGiudice, ND, LAc, joins host Lisa Davis to share information from her book, The Little Book of Healthy Beauty: Simple Daily Habits to Get You Glowing.  She also discusses the benefits of frozen produce, the myth surrounding soy, and why intermittent fasting may be the answer to your weight loss struggles. 

Clean eating encompasses more than just the foods you put into your body.Clean eating encompasses more than just the foods you put into your body. Chef James Smith has over 25 years of of culinary, academic and leadership experience in the Hospitality and Culinary Arts industry and is the creator of the Clean Eating Academy.Within the Academy, Chef James and his other instructors hold to certain tenets of clean eating, including the following: Drink lots of water (aim for two liters a day).  Reduce carbon footprint. Avoid process/refined foods.  Make it fun for your family. Pass the skills you learn on to your children.  Learn to slow down your eating down. Start with one meal a day. Practice portion control.  Incorporate more fresh fruits and vegetables.  Try to eat more organic foods (meat, dairy, eggs, vegetables, fruits, etc.) Listen in as Chef James joins host Lisa Davis do discuss these tenets of clean eating.

When you make the decision to start eating clean, you must start to think about what you put into your body and be more mindful of the choices you make.Clean eating is not a diet; it's a way of eating.When you make the conscious decision to start eating in this way, you must start to think about what you put into your body and be more mindful of the choices you make. Chef James Smith has over 25 years of of culinary, academic and leadership experience in the Hospitality and Culinary Arts industry and is the creator of the Clean Eating Academy.The Academy's mission is to change your relationship with food in the way you shop, cook and eat; eschewing processed, packaged convenience foods laden with artificial additives in favor of real, whole foods that are as close to the source of production as possible, so you can live a better, longer life.Listen is as Chef James joins host Lisa Davis to explain the basis of the Academy, as well as specifics of the seven-course program.

Are you are suffering from a chronic illness but not getting the results you want from conventional care alone?Are you are suffering from a chronic illness but not getting the results you want from conventional care alone? Are you without a specific diagnosis, but experiencing issues like fatigue, aching joints, resistant weight loss or digestive or skin problems?Chronic inflammation might be the cause.A refreshing voice for individuals who appreciate Western medicine, but who are searching for treatments that solve the root cause of their conditions (not just address them with a quick, pharmacological fix), Shelly Malone is the discerning expert chronic sufferers have been waiting for.Listen in as Shelly joins host Lisa Davis to explain what inflammation is, why it's so harmful, and ways you can manage and limit the inflammation in your body.

A healthy microbiome can change the genetic profiles associated with coronary artery disease.The microbiome is an "unseen organ" composed of trillions of bacteria that play a vital role in keeping you healthy. Contrary to what medical experts used to think about bacteria, these microorganisms are crucial for optimal health, including heart health.Inflammation is one of the main causes of heart disease. Modulating inflammation is one of the key tasks of the microbiome.But, you must be conscious of keeping your microbiome healthy. One way to do that is by eating foods that promote growth and health of the microbiota. For instance, vegetables that have certain fibers, like artichokes, radishes, jicama, and leeks. Fermented foods that increase the diversity and health of the microbiome ecology include kimchi and sauerkraut.A healthy microbiome can even change the genetic profiles associated with coronary artery disease. Listen in as Raphael Kellman, MD, joins host Lisa Davis to explain what the microbiome is, why

If you're looking to get more fruits and vegetables into your diet, smoothies can be a wonderful option.If you're looking to get more fruits and vegetables into your diet, smoothies can be a wonderful option.In fact, they can truly change your life, just as they did for guest Donna Morin, Founder of Better Off Well.Donna suffered with asthma, allergies, and chronic pain and received a cancer diagnosis at age 30. During those years, she didn't pay much attention to her diet or nutritional needs. However, when she adopted her son, Donna took on the challenge of researching food and nutrition. Smoothies were the first step toward making a 180 degree transition to better health. Listen in as Donna shares her journey in conquering her health issues, as well as some tips for making yummy and delicious smoothies.Also, check out her newest blog, "Two Smoothies You'll Flip For," which can be found on her website.

A dairy sensitivity doesn't mean you have to give up the concept of milk altogether.More and more people are discovering a sensitivity to traditional cow's milk.That doesn't mean you have to give up the concept of milk altogether. There are many alternative milk sources that can be used in various capacities. Coconut milk: Wonderful for frozen desserts, such as ice cream. Also tasty in chai.  Tiger nut milk: Naturally sweet so you don't need to add any extra sweetener.  Grain milk: Great for porridge, pancakes, and other breakfast foods, as well as baked goods. Grain milk is also good for smoothies.  Soy milk: Nutritionally similar to cow's milk (same amount of protein). Provides nourishment and energy. Not sweet, but rather has a bean-like taste. Rich cream texture without the distinctive flavor of coconut milk. Make sure it's organic and non-GMO. Almond milk: Add to coffee or oatmeal. Low in sugar. Light and slightly nutty. Look for "unsweetened" on the label. Cashew: Smoky and nutty undertone. Perfect for

How much protein should you really be getting on a daily basis?The emerging trend is to "eat more protein," but how much should you really be getting on a daily basis?For an average person, 10 percent of calories should come from protein (about 50 grams daily). If you're looking to build lean muscle, that figure can go all the way up to 20 percent. Of course, you can't eat all protein all of the time. It's important to balance out your intake with healthy fats and whole-grain carbohydrates.What are some healthy sources? Eggs, lean meats, nut butters, beans, protein powders and bars can all help you fulfill your daily need. Bison is a great option for a lean meat that resembles beef, because it is much lower in fat and contains the same amount of protein. Keep in mind, with powders and bars, you have to be careful with the amount of sugar those products contain. If you're a vegetarian or vegan, there are also plant-based options for getting your protein needs. Soy, lentils, whole grains such as brown rice, an

What if you could improve your physical appearance simply by tweaking the types of foods you eat?Skin health and beauty is the base of a huge personal care product industry.However, what if you could improve your physical appearance simply by tweaking the types of foods you eat?Heather Christo is a chef, former caterer, and much-loved food blogger, who has come to learn the very intimate link between food and skin health/beauty.Her new book, Pure Delicious: More Than 150 Delectable Allergen-Free Recipes Without Gluten, Dairy, Eggs, Soy, Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Shellfish, or Cane Sugar, contains incredible recipes that may help you address concerns such as eczema, rosacea, and adult-onset acne, as well as other food-related conditions like bloating, gas, and upset stomach. Listen in as Heather joins host Lisa Davis to share some examples from the cookbook, as well as how her own life has changed so dramatically since identifying the foods that impact her physical health and well-being.

Almond milk has a huge fan base, but there are many other "alternative" milks that can be created from foods like soy, seeds, grains and coconut.Almond milk became a big craze a few years ago, but there are many other "alternative" milks that can be created from foods like soy, seeds, grains and coconut. And, to preserve the integrity of these milks, there are simple ways you can make them right in your own home.What's so great about alternative milks?  Delicious and varied Lower in sugar than dairy milk Cholesterol- and hormone-free Vegan Kosher Paleo Dairy- and lactose-free Customizable Dina Cheney, author of The New Milks; 100-Plus Dairy-Free Recipes for Making and Cooking with Soy, Nut, Seed, Grain, and Coconut Milks, joins host Lisa Davis to share tips for making your own alternative milks, as well as why these milks might be better for you than traditional dairy. 

From ADHD and autism to asthma and thyroid disorders, the GAPS Diet may be your answer.Developed by Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride, Gut and Psychology Syndrome (GAPS) refers to disorders, including ADD/ADHD, autism, addictions, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder, stemming from or exacerbated by leaky gut and dysbiosis. GAPS also refers to chronic gut-related physical conditions, including celiac disease, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, and Crohn’s disease, as well as asthma, eczema, allergies, thyroid disorders, and more. An evolution of the Specific Carbohydrate Diet, the GAPS Diet appeals to followers of the Paleo Diet, who are still struggling for optimum health, as well as anyone interested in the health benefits of fermentation or the Weston A. Price approach to nutrition.The GAPS Diet is designed to restore the balance between beneficial and pathogenic intestinal bacteria and seal the gut through the elimination of grains, processed foods, and refined sugars and the carefully sequenced reintrod

Certain nutrients can boost immunity, and you can find them in travel-friendly sizes.As we head into fall, our immune systems automatically weaken from stress (return to school, regular work hours, etc.). That stress sparks lost sleep, disrupted hormones and compromised abilities to fight off infection.Certain nutrients can boost immunity, and you can find them in travel-friendly sizes. Magnesium: Nature and other journals have found that it may help ward off asthma symptoms. Drink mixes, such as Natural Calm, have magnesium, come in unflavored or organic raspberry lemon and also have calcium for bone health. Body cloths can keep bacteria at bay. One example is Aura Cacia’s Revive Series, which comes in lavender and can also act as bug spray and promote relaxation. Vitamin C with orange-flavored Ester-C To Go; contains 1026 milligrams of vitamin C, along with a mixture of other nutrients designed to stay in the immune system for 24 hours. It mixes with water so will help you stay hydrated, too. Nasal spray t

Is that really lobster in your lobster roll?You’ve seen the headlines: parmesan cheese made from wood pulp; lobster rolls containing no lobster at all; extra-virgin olive oil that isn’t. So many fake foods are in our supermarkets, our restaurants, and our kitchen cabinets that it’s hard to know what you’re eating anymore. In his new book, Real Food/Fake Food, award-winning journalist Larry Olmsted explains why real food matters and empowers consumers to make smarter choices. Olmsted digs into the unregulated food industry, revealing the shocking deception that extends from high-end foods like olive oil, wine, and Kobe beef to everyday staples such as coffee, honey, juice, and cheese. It’s a massive bait-and-switch in which counterfeiting is rampant and in which the consumer ultimately pays the price.Listen in as Olmsted joins host Lisa Davis to share more about his book, and why the disparity between real food and fake food is becoming such a problem.

Certain foods can impact your sex drive and even change the hormonal functions in both men's and women's bodies.Having a healthy sex drive is related to how healthy you are overall. There are actually certain foods that can impact your sex drive and even change the hormonal functions in both men's and women's bodies.Psalm Isadora, a sex and Tantra expert, joins host Lisa Davis to share some of the foods that put a damper on libido. Water out of plastic bottles made with BPA. Use glass or stainless steel bottles or invest in a water filtration system.  Sugar (processed, refined, and even natural sugars).  Soy (soy milk, tofu, GMO soybeans).