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Dr. Nicole’s Smoothie Recipe: The Fastest Breakfast in the West!

Posted by Dr. Nicole Sundene in May 29th, 2008  
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Posted in: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Ask Dr. Nicole, Weight Loss, Omega-3 Fats, Recipes, Antioxidants, Kitchen Sink     

Recently someone told me that they “don’t have time to eat breakfast”.
I replied “you don’t have time to NOT eat breakfast. Not eating breakfast is killing you slowly. Your lifespan will be shortened by not taking care of yourself properly, therefore if you don’t eat breakfast you will REALLY be short on time.”
As much […]

Popularity: 22% [?]

Dr. Nicole’s Rosemary Remembrance Salmon Recipe

Posted by Dr. Nicole Sundene in May 28th, 2008  
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Posted in: Memory, Inflammation, Pain Management, Multiple Sclerosis, Menopause, Diet Tips, Antioxidants, Omega-3 Fats, Heart Disease, Recipes     

If I can make this recipe, then ANYONE can make this recipe. Combining the simple whole foods ingredients of salmon with rosemary is not only great for the cardiovascular system, but memory and concentration as well.
The omega-3 oils combine nicely with the anti-oxidant and circulatory properties of the rosemary to give your brain a […]

Popularity: 20% [?]

Fish Oil vs Flax Oil? The Great Debate

Posted by Dr. Nicole Sundene in April 14th, 2008  
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Posted in: Pain Management, Inflammation, Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Autoimmune Diseases, Multiple Sclerosis, Attention Deficit Disorder, Memory, Mercury, Depression, High Blood Pressure, Omega-3 Fats, Heart Disease, Immune Support, Cholesterol, Kitchen Sink     

One of the greatest flaws in the Standard American Diet (SAD) is a lack of omega-3 fatty acids. Repleting this deficiency typically improves memory and mental functioning as well as corrects a gamut of other annoying health problems. The reason for this is that these essential oils are necessary for proper brain functioning, […]

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Better than Salmon?

Posted by Kitchen Table Medicine in February 27th, 2008  
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Posted in: Heart Disease, Omega-3 Fats, Superfoods     

You have probably been buying and eating salmon for years, knowing that its omega-3 fat content is nice and high to help protect you against heart disease. However, have you heard about wild Alaskan black cod (also known as sable, butterfish or bluefish)? By my book, anything that is known as butterfish has to be […]

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Guide to Fats & Oils

Posted by Kitchen Table Medicine in January 11th, 2008  
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Posted in: Cholesterol, Omega-3 Fats, Recipes     

Fats & oils are made from building blocks of fatty acids. Fatty acids affect health in different ways.
Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) have healing properties that are crucial for maintaining health. There are two types of EFAs: omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids. Fatty acids like the omega 3 family promote normal cell growth and […]

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Flax Oil Recipes

Posted by Kitchen Table Medicine in January 11th, 2008  
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Tips about flax seed oil:
• It should always be kept in the refrigerator in a dark bottle to maintain freshness.
• Never cook with flax oil or heat it on the stove or in the microwave. — this destroys the benefits of the oil.
• As the oil sits over time it loses its freshness, smelling and […]

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ESSENTIAL FATS

Posted by Kitchen Table Medicine in January 11th, 2008  
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Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) have healing properties that are crucial for maintaining health. There are two types of EFAs: omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids. The human body is not able to make these fats; therefore EFAs must be obtained from the diet. Without these fats, cells fail to grow and function normally, increasing […]

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Dietary Fat Balance

Posted by Kitchen Table Medicine in January 11th, 2008  
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Posted in: Cholesterol, Omega-3 Fats     

Decrease the consumption of total fat
• Saturated fat, in particular, gets converted to cholesterol and adds to blood levels.
• It is recommended to consume no more than 10% of total calories as saturated fat.
• Trans-fatty acids are also implicated in high cholesterol and associated diseases and should be avoided (sources include partially hydrogenated oils and margarine).
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Eat More Fat to Prevent Heart Disease?

Posted by Dr. Gonzalez in December 10th, 2007  
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Posted in: Cholesterol, Diet Tips, Heart Disease, Omega-3 Fats, Superfoods     

This week, I will be discussing ways in which to prevent heart disease that may be, if not outright surprising, then at least somewhat intriguing.
The first surprising way to prevent heart disease is to eat more fat. So, I know what you are thinking, Wow! Are you telling me that I can go out and […]

Popularity: 7% [?]

HOW TO STOP BURPING UP FISH OIL

Posted by Dr. Nicole Sundene in December 9th, 2007  
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Posted in: Omega-3 Fats     

Most folks have heard of the health benefits of the Omega 3 oils found primarily in Alaskan Wild Salmon and flaxseeds. Although dietary consumption is always preferred it may not be practical for those with high Omega 3 intake requirements such as those with inflammatory conditions. If you have a problem taking the fish […]

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