The Standard American Diet is full of “broken foods”: conventionally raised animals (hormones and antibiotics), chemically grown plant foods (toxic sprays), rancid oils, trans fats, GMOs, heavily processed flour and refined sugar products, “fast foods”, and packaged foods full of artificial flavors, colors and preservatives. YUCK!
Optimal health comes from focussing on nutrient-dense whole foods instead. Shop for organic vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, animal proteins from the land and sea, legumes, whole grains, fermented foods, cold-pressed extra virgin oils, herbs, spices and other natural condiments at your local farmers market or health foods store.
“Her (Shanti’s) slogan is “We don’t help people diet, we help people not have to” is so accurate to the work she does. There was never any talk of deprivation or starvation, it was about supplementing the diet with good wholesome food and establishing good eating habits.” — Mario G.
OPTIMAL HEALTH TIP #1MAKE VEGGIES AT LEAST HALF OF YOUR MEAL PLATE (AND EAT THE RAINBOW)!
Veggies are alkalizing, low glycemic, anti-inflammatory, have a ton of gut friendly fiber, plus free radical fighting antioxidants, health enhancing vitamins, minerals and enzymes (when served fresh). Address insulin resistance by replacing high-glycemic carbs (e.g. refined flour and sugar products) with low-glycemic sweet root veggies.
