Hi, I'm Brandon. I'm a nutrition researcher, healthy eating and cooking coach, writer, student, recipe tester and avid classic movie fan. More →
Coconut Oil Hair Conditioner
Since I started hosting this giveaway for coconut oil, I’ve received numerous ideas from various sources on the multiple uses for coconut oil. Not only can it be used in the kitchen, but it may also be a potent beauty aid. It is known to be a really good, natural moisturizer, and some people even [...]
The Truth About Egg Yolks (and Bad Science)
If you are anything like me, you are constantly on the look out for up-to-date nutrition news, information and research regarding natural, whole foods. I recently came across an article (and no doubt you might have, too) titled, “Egg yolks almost as bad as smoking“. Of course I was flabbergasted, as well as highly, highly [...]
Jicama Fries
I’ve found a new french fry recipe that I love. I don’t usually go for fries from white potatoes, due to their high glycemic index (and also the fact that they are often fried in genetically modified soy and/or canola oils). These jicama fries, however, provide a side dish satisfaction that is slightly similar to [...]
Tropical Traditions Coconut Oil Giveaway! (Now CLOSED)
Win 1 quart of Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil! If you order by clicking on any of my links and have never ordered from Tropical Traditions in the past, you will receive a free book on Virgin Coconut Oil, and I will receive a discount coupon for referring you. Tropical Traditions is America’s source for [...]
Chocolate: An Ounce a Day May Keep the Doctor Away
I eat chocolate literally every single day. Sometimes, when I feel a need for a break from caffeine, I will replace it with carob, or not eat it all together. But, I just couldn’t imagine going without it for myself. Many people, upon hearing my love for chocolate, are shocked that I support such a [...]
The Top 5 Health Benefits of Avocados
Avocados are by far my favorite fruit. They aren’t high in sugar, they are a wonderful moisturizer for the skin and above all things, they just taste fantastic. Contrary to popular belief, they are very, very versatile in cooking — there are so many things you can do with avocados that doesn’t involve guacamole (although, [...]
Banana Nut Waffles
This post is a part of Simply Sugar and Gluten Free’s “Slightly Indulgent Tuesday” Nutritious, crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside banana nut waffles. Ever since these waffles, I’ve been determined to create a waffle that isn’t dry, tough or tasteless. These are by far my favorite. These are gluten-free, and grain-free, [...]
Everything We Know About Calories May Be Wrong
A recent analysis of almonds has lead some intriguing insights on how our bodies handle certain calories. I’ve long said that not all calories are created equal, and it turns out that there is some new scientific evidence to back this up. Almonds (and other healthy foods) Contain Fewer Calories Than Previously Thought Using urine [...]
Health Advice From Katharine Hepburn
I own a television, but the only channel I watch rather exclusively is Turner Classic Movies. Ever since I was 10 or 11, I’ve been fascinated by classic films. It started with Alfred Hitchcock’s “The Birds“, which I had my parents rent for me. I watched that movie probably over 100 times. I even started [...]
Nutter Butters
These homemade nutter butters are a part of The Nourishing Gourmet’s “Penny Wise Platter Thursday” That’s right. Sweet, crunchy and very satisfying gluten-free nutter butters. I liked these sandwich cookies when I was a kid, but not enough to make them from scratch. My opinion has now been changed. These grain-free, sugar-free nutter butters are [...]
The Unconventional Gluten-free Cookbook Now on Amazon!
