Dr. Helene’s Black Bean Veggie Bowl

Dr. Helene’s Black Bean Veggie Bowl

Summer dinners can be fun, easy and nutritious! INGREDIENTS ¾ cup canned black beans, rinsed ⅔ cup cooked quinoa ¼ cup hummus 1 tablespoon lime juice ¼ medium avocado, diced 3 tablespoons pico de gallo 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro DIRECTIONS Combine beans and...
DIY Aloe Vera & Lavender Cooling Gel Recipe

DIY Aloe Vera & Lavender Cooling Gel Recipe

Summer fun and sun can cause skin irritation even sunburn.  Here’s a great DIY recipe to have on hand for those warm sunny Sumer days! Ingredients: ¼ cup organic aloe vera gel 4 drops lavender oil Directions: Add 1/4 cup ( 2oz) aloe vera gel and lavender...
The Health Dangers of Carrying Extra Weight

The Health Dangers of Carrying Extra Weight

Are you carrying around some extra weight? You aren’t alone! What are the downsides of extra weight?Besides slowing you down, making it harder to move, not fitting in your “skinny jeans” and not being happy with what you see in the mirror, even a few pounds can...
Dr. Helene’s Mediterranean Dinner Salad

Dr. Helene’s Mediterranean Dinner Salad

Studies show that the Mediterranean Diet is the healthy way to eat for heart health and long term wellness. Read the Weight Loss for Heart Health Blog Here’s my favorite Mediterranean inspired dinner salad. Try it out with your favorite proteins, greens and...
Is Gluten Affecting Your Thyroid?

Is Gluten Affecting Your Thyroid?

Is Gluten Affecting your Thyroid? Did you know that eating gluten containing foods can affect your thyroid? Understanding the gluten-thyroid connection can lead to better symptom management with diet and lifestyle. Eating gluten can create a toxic response in people...