Special Ingredient Saturday – Brown Rice

Special Ingredient Saturday – Brown Rice

Brown rice provides a quality source of fiber as well as a great source of other nutrients and phytonutrients. Brown rice is lightly processed (removing only the outermost layer—the hull), allowing it to retain high levels of Vitamin B3, B1, B6, manganese, and...
Special Ingredient Saturday – Aloe Vera

Special Ingredient Saturday – Aloe Vera

Ingredient Spotlight: Aloe Vera Botanical Name: Aloe barbadensis Origin: Northern Africa Texture: Thin, clear liquid (Aloe vera gel has a clear, thick gelatinous consistency) Extraction Method: Scraped from the inner filet of the plant leaves Aloe vera is widely known...
Special Ingredient Saturday – Coconut Oil

Special Ingredient Saturday – Coconut Oil

Studies have shown that consuming coconut oil can help humans resist viruses and bacteria that cause illness. Coconut oil also contains medium chain triglyceride fats, which have been shown to aid the liver in the efficient burning of energy. While little to no...
Special Ingredient Saturday – Eggshell Calcium

Special Ingredient Saturday – Eggshell Calcium

Calcium aids in maintaining bone and teeth health. Studies have shown that calcium prevents some types of cancer and reduces obesity. Human studies have shown an increase of bone mass density and a reduction of arthritis pain from the use of eggshell calcium.

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