Comments for Holistic Nutrition Bytes--San Francisco Nutrition Consultation

Comment on The Diet Soda Dilemma by Jim Purdy

Jim Purdy — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:32:48 +0000

I don’t know enough about the biochemistry to judge the diet drinks and the artificial sweeteners, but I am very distrustful of all artificial ingredients in general. It’s a challenge for me, but I’m trying to stop consuming not only artificially sweetened diet colas and diet teas, but all foods with artificial ingredients. And — surprise!! — natural foods taste pretty good.

Comment on Top Tips for Health in 2012 by Peggy

Peggy — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:12:52 +0000

May I be included in any emailings please. Start on lots of diets and for so many of the reasons that you mentioned have let myself down. I must get organized and committed. Thanks so much, Peggy

Comment on Using Coconut Oil Therapeutically by Neil | Butterfield

Neil | Butterfield — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:50:42 +0000

Interesting post. I am grateful to people like you who share this information. People really need education on health and lifestyle.

Comment on Eat Fat, Lose Weight by admin

admin — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:15:59 +0000

Hi Mary,
check out the post I just wrote on coconut oil. I have seen some claims that it works therapeutically in the treatment of Alzheimer’s, mostly bc the brain relies so much on saturated fat, I would guess. Do some googling for more info. There is also mounting research on the benefits of amino acids like 5HTP and tyrosine for Alzheimer’s treatment. I’m working on an article about this that I’ll share soon.

Comment on Eat Fat, Lose Weight by Mary Chepelsky

Mary Chepelsky — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 02:04:07 +0000

I have seen some information about coconut oil giving improvement to those with Alzheimer’s disease. Do you have any insights on this?

Comment on How Not to Gain Weight This Holiday Season by Rebecca

Rebecca — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 23:04:47 +0000

Great post! I did a similar one for the Thanksgiving holiday!

Comment on Vegetarian vs Meat: The Debate by admin

admin — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 16:46:20 +0000

Yes, agreed that veggies should be on the bottom of the food pyramid, but not everyone thrives on a vegetarian diet. Some people crash with too many grains and the high carb load that comes with being a vegetarian. Everyone has different physiological needs, and while some may do ok with a plant-based diet, others won’t.

Comment on Vegetarian vs Meat: The Debate by Ruthie

Ruthie — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 23:44:09 +0000

So stop eating soy and start eating things that are good for your body? There’s no need to go back to eating animal corpses. You probably weren’t getting enough greens. Eat a vegetarian diet with plenty of greens like kale, spinach, and watercress and all the different types of vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds. Make sure you get your essential fatty acids. You probably also needed more flax seed, avocados, and nuts. I don’t even remember the last time I got a common cold or any type of sickness and my energy levels are amazing. Vegetables should be on the bottom of the food pyramid! Specifically cruciferous vegetables. If you had done a vegan/vegetarian diet right and made sure you got all your nutrients and such then there’s no way you would have been feeling that way.

Comment on Vegan Pumpkin Muffins/Bread by Debbie

Debbie — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 12:48:20 +0000

Thank you for this recipe – I’ve been wanting to convert my favorite pumpkin bread recipe to a whole foods, plant based version. Your version is very helpful and delicious.

Comment on Vegan Cream Sauce by Irene @ H.V.R.

Irene @ H.V.R. — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 07:44:57 +0000

Great sauce! I also use this as a dip ad it was great! Thanks for sharing this wonderful recipe.