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How Ultra-Processed Foods Can Ruin Your Gut Health
The Standard American Diet has become increasingly dominated by ultra-processed foods—think boxed meals, sugary cereals, packaged snacks, fast food, and even some “health” bars or protein drinks. While they may be convenient, these foods come...
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Korean Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps
Servings: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Cool Time: 0 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 1 tbsp sesame oil 3 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 onion, finely diced 1...
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How to Find the Right Elimination Diet
Elimination diets are exactly what they sound like. A diet meant to help you eliminate common trigger foods, then re-add those foods slowly to figure out which foods are affecting you physically or mentally. However, there are so many different...
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Activated Charcoal for Gas and Bloating: Does It Really Work?
Bloating and gas are common digestive complaints that can be uncomfortable and sometimes embarrassing. Whether it's caused by a heavy meal, food intolerance, or poor digestion, many people are looking for natural and effective ways to find relief....
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Amazing Avocado Green Goddess Quinoa
Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients: 2 c. quinoa 4 c. vegetable stock or water 1 medium ripe avocado, cut in half, seed discarded. 1/2 c. Greek yogurt or sour cream 1/2 c. fresh parsley ...
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Roasted Cauliflower and Hummus Nourish Bowl
Oven-roasted cauliflower has great texture and a mild flavor that perfectly complements the hummus in this nourish bowl. Even those who are not cauliflower fans will love this dish. At Functional Medicine Los Angeles, we believe in combining...
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