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Natural Nutrition 101

Natural Nutrition 101

Natural Nutrition encompasses a holistic - mind, body, and spirit - approach to eating. It encompasses everything from the quality of the food we eat, to the consciousness of the person ingesting it. Eating naturally implies that the foods we eat are whole, and derive primarily from ecologically sensitive sources. It means taking responsibility for our health and environment, maintaining a healthy immune system, and preventing disease.

We want to introduce you to – Lisa Tsakos – our very own Registered Nutritionist. Lisa has been in her own practice for ten years and specializes in weight management. She teaches natural nutrition in both corporate and educational environments and is a shining example of someone who practices what she teaches. For more information on Lisa,

We invite you to browse this section to learn more about a variety of natural nutrition topics including food nutrition facts how to read food labels; how to cook grains; how to properly take vitamins and supplements; caring for your colon, etc.

Feel free to check out our frequently asked Q&A section for some of the most commonly asked nutrition questions from a natural perspective. To ask Lisa a question regarding food, diet and/or nutrition.

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  • Can Food Help Dry Skin?

    Can Food Help Dry Skin?
    Lisa Tsakos

    Q: My skin tends to get very dry in the winter. Are there any foods that can help? A: In fact, there are. First of all, make sure that youre hydrated. In the colder months its easy to neglect water intake, or to substitute hot caffeinated beverages (which tend to dehydrate) such as coffee or tea for water. Two nutrients which are especially nourishing and moisturizing (from the inside out) ...

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  • Can I Wash Veggies With Hydrogen Peroxide?

    Can I Wash Veggies With Hydrogen Peroxide?
    Lisa Tsakos

    Q: I heard a way to clean veggies is spraying them with hydrogen peroxide. Is this true? A: Yes, its true! In fact, you can use food grade hydrogen peroxide alone. The method I use is soaking rather than spraying. It takes a little longer but provides amore thorough cleaning. On occasion, I soak meat andfish in hydrogen peroxide for about 10 minutes before cooking, and the meat seems to tas...

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    CategoriesNatural Nutrition 101's FAQ | Lifestyle | Natural and Organic

  • Is Isolate Protein Better For You?

    Is Isolate Protein Better For You?
    Lisa Tsakos

    Q: There are a lot of types of protein and Ive heard that isolate is better because of absorption, but Ive also heard the opposite. What is your opinion? Thank you. Dolores A: Youre right, there are many types of protein and brands to choose from. Whey Protein can be made of concentrate, isolate or a combination of the two. Isolate is more expensive than concentrate but it has a higher...

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    CategoriesNatural Nutrition 101's FAQ | General Nutrition

  • Why Is There So Much Sodium In My Diet?

    Why Is There So Much Sodium In My Diet?
    Lisa Tsakos

    In ancient times, salt was precious. Roman soldiers were given a handful every day and later were even given money to buy their own salt. Greeks also used salt as currency. This was referred to as salarium argentum meaning salt money. In fact, the word salary is derived from this Latin term. Nowadays, salt is so plentiful, inexpensive, and readily available that most of us go out of ou...

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    CategoriesNatural Nutrition 101's FAQ | Cooking | General Nutrition

  • Is it worth it to eat fruit past it's prime?

    Is it worth it to eat fruit past it's prime?
    Lisa Tsakos

    Q: Is it worth it to eat a fruit when its past its prime? How many of the nutrients are lost when you have waited too long to cut a watermelon? -Faith A: Thats an excellent question, but one that there is no definitive answer for, at least without coming into your kitchen to analyze the watermelon and the circumstances which surround it (temperature of your fridge, covered/uncovered, e...

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  • How Can I Lower My Cholesterol Naturally?

    How Can I Lower My Cholesterol Naturally?
    Lisa Tsakos

    Q: There have been so many things written these days about lowering LDL and bumping up HDL and I find it confusing. I want to keep to a more natural approach than going to pharmacological pills. I recently heard that 2 glasses of cranberry juice a day will lower LDL better then any other type of supplement, I have been taking Red Yeast Rice but dont like that it could damage my liver ...

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    CategoriesNatural Nutrition 101's FAQ | Healthy Alternatives

  • What Should I Eat To Keep My Blood Sugar Even?

    What Should I Eat To Keep My Blood Sugar Even?
    Lisa Tsakos

    Q: What should one eat in order to keep blood sugar even? I have tried whey proteinpowder drinks but they did not work. -Cathrine A: Two important strategies can help to balance your blood sugar: Firstly, always balance starchy carbs with some protein (or with a lot of fiber). Eaten on theirown, crackers, fruit, cookies, a jam sandwich, or even carb-based meals such as pasta causea...

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    CategoriesNatural Nutrition 101's FAQ | General Nutrition | Weight Management

  • What's The Difference Between Natural and Artificial?

    What's The Difference Between Natural and Artificial?
    Lisa Tsakos

    Q: What is the difference between natural and artificial ingredients? Is a naturally produced ingredient safer than an artificially manufactured ingredient?Dave A: Natural ingredients are derived from natural sources for example,soybeans and corn provide lecithin to maintain a food productsconsistency, and beets provide beet powder that is sometimes used as a food coloring. Many other...

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  • What Is Soy Lecithin?

    What Is Soy Lecithin?
    Lisa Tsakos

    Q:What is soy lecithin? It seems to be in everything! A: Soy lecithin is added to many processed foods and snacks as an emulsifier. Lecithin is a lipid (or fat) found naturally in animal and plant tissues. Although lecithin is a fat, it is also partially soluble in water, which makes it an ideal emulsifying agent for processed foods. It can be extracted from various sources (egg yolks ...

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  • What Should My Baby's First Foods Be?

    What Should My Baby's First Foods Be?
    Lisa Tsakos

    Q: What should my babys first foods be? M.J. A: For the first six months of life, babies dont need any food other than breast milk and/or formula (fortified with DHA). At six months (about the time when a baby starts stealing food off your plate), introduce single, nutrient-rich and creamy foods. Excellent choices include mashed sweet potatoes and butternut squash (think orange!), ripe...

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    CategoriesNatural Nutrition 101's FAQ | Pediatric