Posts by Ritamarie Loscalzo
Phytonutrients— There’s More Than Meets the Eye
As I talk to clients and students in my programs, I’m often asked ”what’s the diet? ” And my answer is always the same. “It depends” As much as I…
Read MoreThe Health Benefits of Polyphenols in Restoring Balance
I’m a devout believer in the power of functional foods to support and heal the body. Unfortunately, in order for this idea to be widely accepted, science is expected to…
Read MoreBlueberry Arugula Smoothie
The phytonutrients in foods provide a multitude of health benefits including protection from chronic disease. The broad range of protective flavonoids found in this smoothie recipe are a great way…
Read MoreBelieving Isn’t Always Seeing! The Power of Functional Food
I’m a devout believer in the power of functional foods to support and heal the body. Unfortunately, in order for this idea to be widely accepted, science is expected…
Read MoreAdrenal and Immune Boosting Elixir
Functional foods with powerful phytonutrients and supportive adaptogens don’t need to come on a plate. This tasty and nutritious elixir is packed with both! Nuts and seeds provide minerals and…
Read MoreThe Food Matrix and the Future of Nutritional Research
As science has become increasingly interested in how functional food gets its function, the idea of the food matrix and the food matrix effect is garnering more and more attention. …
Read MoreAsian Land & Sea Slaw
INGREDIENTS: 2 cups sprouts, including sunflower seed sprouts 1 green apple 1 avocado 2 cups Sauerkraut 1 avocado or 1/4 cup coconut meat (fresh or from jar) 1…
Read MoreFermented Tomato Sauce
Fermentation decreases the glucose concentration of the food because the “Bugs” eat it. It also reduces lectins and oxalates in the dish, making them more suitable for people who…
Read MoreLittle Miracles Everywhere: Plant Phytonutrients
As part of my series on functional foods, I want to explore some big questions: Why should supplementation be approached with caution? How did suspected carcinogens become a common ingredient…
Read MoreSlippery Elm Soother (Gut Healing Drink)
INGREDIENTS: 2 cups sprouts, including sunflower seed sprouts 1 green apple 1 avocado 2 cups Sauerkraut 1 avocado or 1/4 cup coconut meat (fresh or from jar) 1…
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