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Recipe: The Body Ecology Diet Salad Dressing

the body ecology diet salad dressing

This dressing is a Body Ecology favorite because it is so versatile! You can experiment with small amounts of flavorful oils, such as walnut or roasted pumpkin seed oil, a wonderful mustard, or your favorite herbs.

[Beets recipe] The Un-beet-able Benefits of Fermented Beets!

Now is a great time to enjoy seasonal root vegetables like squash, carrots, parsnips, and… fermented beets! They all make for an attractive side dish when thinly sliced or grated. But remember, all foods have a front and a back, and some root veggies, like parsnips and beets, are very sweet. Carrots, beets, and parsnips […]

Healthy Chocolate Mousse Recipe

This delightful mousse is not only delicious, it’s dairy-free! For a twist on an old favorite, try adding dried orange peel in step 1.

5 Tips For Aging Gracefully (Hint: It Starts With Your Gut!)

5 tips for aging gracefully, older woman in glasses

Most of us are happy with the wisdom that the passing years bring. Aging does have its benefits. What we may not love, however, is the sagging skin, crow’s feet, joint stiffness and failing memory that frequently accompany the aging process.

Can you calm COVID diarrhea & stomach troubles with probiotics?

is diarrhea a symptom of covid

It’s the respiratory symptoms of COVID-19 that have gotten the most attention this past year, but many of those infected with SARS-CoV2 also report gastrointestinal woes, including diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, and gastrointestinal bleeding.1 What’s more, some reports suggest that GI symptoms of COVID-19 correlate with more severe respiratory symptoms and […]

Genes & common infections (herpes & candida) linked to Alzheimer’s/dementia

what causes alzheimer's

What causes Alzheimer’s and dementia? The APOE4 gene variant has been associated with a higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease (AD), but it’s not the only factor thought to contribute to this type of neurological decline.1 Increasingly, researchers are investigating the damaging effects of microbial infection of the central nervous system and even the toxins produced […]

Why we’re big on beets: All about Nitric Oxide (NO) and the many benefits of beets

beets for blood pressure

On top of being downright delicious, beets offer a great way to boost the performance of your most energy-intensive tissues, including your brain, heart, and other muscles. So, if you’re looking for the perfect training partner for your mental or physical workouts, beets have your back. And, if you’re looking for a natural way to […]

Soothe muscle soreness? 3 things to know about post-workout protein

Probiotics for athletes

Muscle fatigue, muscle soreness, and exhaustion: These side effects are considered common after a tough workout; after all, no pain, no gain. But that doesn’t mean you have to endure the discomfort. A simple solution can combat these post-workout issues and allow your body to repair quickly and perform at its best. Pea protein works […]

A helpful review of the most popular diets: Paleo, keto, and more

diets

Whether it’s a new year or not, you may be hopping on a new bandwagon to try one of many well-known diets — for whatever reason that may be: to cut down on sugar, gain more vitality, or even help manage a chronic issue like candida overgrowth. Focusing on 7 core principles, the Body Ecology […]

10 Ways to Protect You + Your Loved Ones from an E.Coli Infection

EcoPhages for Harmful Bacteria like E. coli

You’ve probably heard about the recent romaine lettuce recall that effected the US.  The CDC narrowed down that the outbreak of E. coli infections are from romaine lettuce grown in the northern and central regions of California.  They’re advising people not to eat any romaine lettuce from those Central Coastal regions.  If you don’t know […]

What’s the best vegan protein source for a race?

best vegan protein powder

What’s the most important advice you’ve ever been given when it comes to fueling for a race?  We’re sure the answer is related to protein! Yes, protein is an important part of what to have before a race as a vegan, yet how do you know if you’re having the best vegan protein, or the […]

What Most People Don’t Do (that Works) to Treat SIBO + Gut Issues

What Most People Don't Do (that Works) to Treat SIBO + Gut Issues

While many of our readers have been following the Body Ecology way of life for a long time, many more are finding us daily as they see the results that come out of how to cook to heal.  To heal from SIBO, IBS and other urinary tract, gut and colon issues, eliminating certain foods and […]