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Why read food labels?

Why read food labels?

What if you are buying food that comes in a package? Should you read the package claims? Should you read the Food Label? Should you read the Ingredients? How should you use all that info to make a smart and informed decision? In this video, I’ll shows you that there is a difference between packaged foods.… Continue Reading

Cornbread Wannabe

Cornbread Wannabe

Cornbread Wannabe (AKA Cauliflower Souffle) Most of the Americans just celebrated the Thanks Giving Holiday. And, as we are accustomed when we celebrate, we eat. We eat slightly different than on a regular day, perhaps slightly more. Today’s post, however, is not about why we do that or should we do that. Today’s post is… Continue Reading

AllSpice FatCoffee

AllSpice FatCoffee

“Healing With Foods All Spice Latte”-A 0g sugar alternative to the 50g sugar Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte. If you are anything like me, you most likely love a hot cup of coffee early in the morning or later in the afternoon, especially on a cold day, and this time of the year I’m sure what… Continue Reading

Anti-Inflammatory Velvet Blast

As Seen on TV: the ultimate anti-inflammatory brain boosting drink!

The Ultimate Anti-Inflammatory, Brain Boosting Drink Today’s blog post is inspired by my recent appearance on BUZZ TV, a local TV station. I was invited to talk about healing with foods and to share one example of a healing food. As most of us are not getting enough vegetables in our diet, and we are always in a… Continue Reading

Health Benefits of Drinking Tea

Health Benefits of Drinking Tea

Why drink tea? Well, if you’re anything like me you are not a big fan of tea, such as black or green tea. Today, I’m going to convince myself and you that it’s worth adding a cup or more of tea to our day. Let’s see first what’s special about tea. Tea is an all-natural… Continue Reading

GAPS Approved Snack Bar

GAPS Approved Snack Bar

Another GAPS Approved Snack Bar Today, I’m introducing you to another packaged snack, that meets the criteria of whole food and it is also GAPS approved. Before I do that, I’d like to explain what GAPS is and the criteria we use to select foods, while following the GAPS Protocol. GAPS Nutritional Protocol was developed by Dr.… Continue Reading

Chia seeds: what are they and why eat them?

Chia seeds: what are they and why eat them?

What’s the hype about chia seeds? Should you buy into it? Chia plant, (Salvia hispanica) is native to central and southern Mexico and Guatemala and belongs to the mint family. The seeds of this plant have been used by Latin Americans and Southwest American Indians for centuries as a staple food source, for sustenance during… Continue Reading

Young Coconut & Its Water

Young Coconut & Its Water

Why Coconut and its water? How about Gatorade? Coconut palms are distant relatives of grasses. They are found all over the Brazilian Coast, as well as in India, Southeast Asia, Caribbean, Pacific Islands, and Africa. Coconut water from fresh young coconuts is a popular drink in the tropics. “Coconut is a natural water filter” It… Continue Reading

Should I Drink Raw Milk?

Should I Drink Raw Milk?

To Raw Milk or Not to Raw Milk! If you are like me, and were raised in a country like Romania, under communism regime, drinking RAW milk is perfectly natural and pretty much the only way you think about drinking milk. Milk comes from cows that spend the day grazing on open pastures. They eat… Continue Reading

How to add more greens into your diet.

How to add more greens into your diet.

Green-up your plate or cup?! There are many reasons why we need to eat lots and lots of greens. Let me give you 5 reasons to eat more greens daily: excellent source of natural water–great way to keep hydrated and cool, especially during the hot summer days best source of fiber, to help you stay regular (I… Continue Reading

TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR HEALTH & LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE EVER

We all know that diets don't work; deprivation and denial are both unnecessary and counterproductive. When it comes to food and your health ignorance is not bliss. I'm Mihaela and I will help you find what is holding you back from living your best health and life, simplify your eating and fitness routine to fit your busy schedule, learn to listen to your body, deconstruct cravings so you can make food choices that truly nourish you. I will help you break complex information into bite size pieces, easy to implement so you can take action now. Take charge of your health and live your best life ever.