The Weston A. Price Foundation is one organization that has done wonders for the health of the nation. It's too bad that more folks don't know about the Weston A. Price Foundation. My introduction to

Liver- yuck! I couldn't stand liver as a kid and my mother would fry me chicken on days that she made liver for the rest of the family. When I was contemplating switching to a

I'm fascinated by food marketing and love to do comparisons. This is my own un-scientific standard by comparing certain foods to a pound of grass-fed beef. Grass-fed ground beef has become almost ubiquitous and it

"Without regard to weather" This was a familiar and well-used quote spoken by the cadre during my days in Special Forces selection training. At the conclusion of each mission statement and safety briefing, the instructor

The Crossover Symmetry band system is a self contained fitness package designed to improve and strengthen the movement of the complex shoulder girdle. There is a reason professional baseball teams are using this system. I have used it for years with such great results that I must share my success with readers and clients. I have figured out a way to use the door band with my fitness bench to gain inches on my thighs.

The carnivore diet can be beneficial to many. Before dismissing as a fad diet, one should look further into the details and research of eating mostly animal based foods.

The smallest molecule in the universe that almost nobody is talking about. The purpose of this post is to bring awareness of an obscure supplement that could possibly bring relief and assist in the remediation of many of our inflammatory conditions brought upon by our modern environment.

Knowledge brokerage business Here we are in the information and knowledge age. The knowledge brokerage business has skyrocketed in the last decade. The ways and methods that people learn now is evolving into a gargantuan

I didn't eat a lot of Spam growing up, maybe because it was a luxury. Bologna was cheaper so we only had Spam on special occasions. Short list of ingredients in a can of

  Becoming well informed and aware of one's own body, including those of our families is becoming easier. Thanks to rapidly advancing science, never in history has the ability to dive deep into the micro

Whole foods are the best way to get your protein, as I stated in a past article on protein supplements. Modern humans in the USA seldom eat the organ meats and tendons that our ancestors

Asian markets are popular in most towns. As a nutrition professional and a foodie, I always enjoy going to my local Asian market(s). They are full of interesting and healthy foods. They are also abundant

  Julienned Brussels Sprout And Pomegranate Seed Salad Quick salad of shredded brussels sprout, apple and pomegranate seeds. 1 lb Brussels sprouts (julienned)1 large Fuji or honey crisp apple (julienned)1 cup pomegranate seeds1/2 cup Walnuts

Carrots, beets, radishes. This quick salad can be quick work using a hand julienne slicer or Zoodle maker. This salad is very earthy and crunchy. I prefer to lightly sauté the mixture to enhance the

Don’t wait for an emergency situation to enjoy these foods. This stuff is good anytime. Foods that don’t require refrigeration to stock up on. These are some of my go to's. Don’t sweat the fridge

This was an accidental discovery that I made while cooking a batch of Scottish oats. I wanted to fry eggs but the pan I use was not ready. I thought why not cook everything in

I recently completed a major move of my entire household and family to Raleigh, North Carolina. I knew I needed both my physical and emotional strength during this time. The food choices and opportunities to

On this day, I must honor my Irish roots and write about what I like to drink. I sometimes joke about my Irish roots which explains why I love alcohol. There is actually some truth

It's late February and smelt are in season! My local grocery sells them through March and they are getting them out of Canada. They claim that these have not been frozen. I have been getting

There have been many times where I was craving some good pork sausage. I don't always have fresh wild or pastured pork on hand and pastured pork is not always easy to find in the

This is more of a philosophical view on cooking and nutrition than pure intellectual and scientific knowledge. I realize that not everyone is as into nutrition as I am and I can appreciate that. I

Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate personal gratitude and sharing with and being with others. Of course food is a great big part of this celebration and this holiday is especially near and dear to

  Becoming vegetarian is not something that I would choose, but after working with vegetarians and realizing the issues that they face I decided to write this short essay on how I would implement a

I always have those packages of dried mushrooms that I pick up everytime I go to the Asian markets. They are mostly of the Shiitake variety. I will usually bring them to a boil and

Let’s face it, it’s not easy getting children to eat healthy foods and snacks. Peer pressure and school food is hard to compete with. This short segment lists some quick tips and recipes that I

I adapted this dish from one of my favorite books, "Practical Paleo" I have been making this one for many years since first learning it. Over time I have taken out the squash and replaced

Shrimp Pie This recipe is a variation of Jamie Oliver's easy fish pie featured on You Tube. Any good fish, shrimp or combination will work. 4 sweet potatoes sweet potatoes ( medium)12 ounces wild shrimp

This is of course Paleo friendly and the sweetener is optional. Nightshade-free means there are no tomatoes in this version. Even though there are no tomatoes and mine is always orange, it has a nice

I used to just make plain mayonnaise and add some blue cheese and call it "Ranch dressing" Once my kids decided they didn't like blue cheese anymore, I had to make some adaptations. I found

Wild Pork Sausage with cabbage and Zucchini noodles Basic vegetable stir fry recipe with the addition of wild pork sausage and ground coriander. The coriander really makes the other flavors stand out. 1 Tbsp coconut

My  grandfather first introduced me to sardines when I was about 7 or 8. Some family members were not as appreciative as I was and complained that they smelled fishy. Isn't that what fish are

Managing our hormones is so essential that mismanagement through nutrition and lifestyle will automatically cause inflammation and obesity. Obesity, type 2 diabetes, breast cancer, cardiovascular disease, depression, and prostate cancer all have been directly linked to estrogenic

I write this as a responsible nutrition professional and to show that I enjoy some delicacies that are not necessarily under my beloved Paleolithic nutrition way of eating. Although I’m not one to eat

Ever seen a sick goat? Usually when they do get sick, it's so bad that that they die. Goats are known to eat almost anything. That is not true but they definitely have multiple stomachs.

Safe and soothing, bone broth is truly a comfort food in every sense. Bone broth can be used in a multitude of recipes to give moisture and volume. It can be used as a base to

I know, rice is not Paleo but it is still one of my favorite foods. In this 200 word nutrition tip I am going to teach you how to make your rice taste better and

Asthma is a serious chronic lung disease characterized by continual inflammation of the airways punctuated by episodes or attacks of increased inflammation (American Lung Association, 2010).  Asthma occurs in approximately 3% of the population of

By Steven Ashton Protein supplementation seems to be the rage at most gyms. Every gym seems to promote and sell their favorite pet brand and tout it as the best.  Selecting a quality protein can

Busting the Myths about Fat Yes, it’s true, fat is an essential macronutrient necessary to keep the human body running efficiently. Many still believe that low fat is a healthy option since it has been promoted

Eating can be a very complex and personal matter. There are many reasons that people eat and not just for sustenance. There is a lot of psychology that goes into the process of eating that are

By Steven Ashton Vitamin and mineral (micronutrient) supplementation has been well researched for decades and it has been proven many times over that supplementation is beneficial to humans. Remember, the RDA amounts are just bare minimums

By Steven Ashton I was born in 1961 when fitness and personal health were practiced and promoted by few.  People like Jack Lalane, John Grimek, and Charles Atlas were way ahead of their time and understood the

By Steven Ashton The Problem What I like about nutrition and exercise is that both can be constantly tweaked to fit the individual. Being active and exercising regularly can be a double edged sword. The

Over the last 25 years or so, much has been learned about how the body becomes obese and the complexities of weight gain. It was once thought that calories were the only culprit in weight

You will still see Folic acid (B9) listed on the label of many well known brands of vitamin supplements. Those that are In the know in the nutrition community know that folic acid, the synthetic form of folate

“Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” – Hippocrates Leaky Gut Syndrome (LGS) In the last 50-100 years the food quality has drastically changed. What was once nutritious can now possibly be

Eating For Health™ is a process, rather than a method. To differentiate E4H from other food systems, I developed the concept of the Four Levels of Eating. Each level has its place and reflects the

By Steven Ashton Is Whiskey Healthy? Nutritional profile: .04 g carbs 0 g fat 0 g protein More ellagic acid than wine (Comes from the oak species used in barrels for maturation) Also contains several

This is made with red cabbage I can't stress enough about the importance of a healthy gut biome. Our environments have become so toxic that we need all the help we can get. Our gut

This is a link to a detailed article by Bruce Ames posted in the Journal of Nutrition. It stresses the importance of micronutrients for overall metabolic harmony. It also goes into detail of the disastrous

The Gut and Psycology Syndrome (GAPS) diet is a very basic way of eating and is meant to heal the gut. This is a no risk program and can cure anything from diarrhea to food allergies

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This myth has been perpetuated while continuing to wreck havoc on those not in the know. This is a handout assignment I recently did to get the point across while being limited to a single

Bacon Lover's Must Read By Steven Ashton Yes, I read this entire article and it provides much more details than the average reader may care to consume.  Being in the health industry, I feel it is my duty

Why You Need to Sweat the Small Stuff (in a nutshell) By Steven Ashton I’m talking about micronutrients. Micronutrients are the small stuff, i.e. vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids, polyphenols, bioflavanoids and antioxidants, just to name

Fish Oil explained in 250 Words By Steven Ashton I'm realizing the true benefits of taking fish oil supplementation.  Combining a high quality, highly concentrated lemon liquid form fish oil along with better mechanics and a tweak