GFE Podcast #29: Are energy drinks bad for you?

Are energy drinks bad for you?

Energy drinks are quite popular these days most likely because they are addictive and have the added benefit of giving us extra energy. But are energy drinks bad for you? Yes they are, they really don't fit anywhere within a healthy diet plan. The amount of sugar, along with the caffeine does not present any nutritional value to your diet. You … [Read more...]

10 Great Benefits Of Apple Cider Vinegar

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Apple cider vinegar has so many amazing benefits! I've previously shared how it can: boost weight loss and wellness and why it's so effective for weight loss be used to make mayonnaise or salad dressing Today I’d like to share some other great benefits of apple cider vinegar because it is now one of the most popular and cost effective … [Read more...]

GFE Podcast #15: Nutritional Benefits Of Kale

Nutritional Profile Of Kale

Kale is a magnificent superfood. Jam packed with nutrition and the topic of todays short podcast episode. Like I said in the podcast, I've collected some great kale recipes (see below) for you to try. Be sure to get more kale into your everyday meal plan because it really is fabulous. Download the Podcast here   Delicious Kale Recipes One of … [Read more...]

GFE Podcast #12: Is bacon good for your health?

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I know I've got loads of readers who follow a paleo diet and one thing the paleo diet allows you to eat is bacon. But is bacon good for your health? Personally I don't think it is. It is a processed meat and most people are eating conventional bacon from the store. It's full of additvies and presevatives. Sure you can buy premiuim organic bacon … [Read more...]

Health Benefits Of Kale

Nutritional Profile Of Kale

Kale is a green leafy vegetable that comes from the brassica family and is related to cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, and brussel sprouts (aka cruciferous vegetables). It's been labeled a superfood in many circles and that is because this green leafy is loaded with valuable nutrients. The health benefits of kale are also many, so let's explore … [Read more...]