For most, there’s no denying that sweet treats are challenging to resist. But when you don’t know what kind of sugar or sugar substitute is used, a sweet tooth dilemma may become more complex. Sugar substitutes are not new to the market. Since the rise of “diet” sodas and...

Introduction Injuries like sprains, strains, scrapes, or bruises detract from your wellness—whether through swelling, inflammation, or ongoing irritation. Getting back to normal can be a long process as the body works to repair itself, but our bodies are also powerful and have incredible natural resources for recovery. However, if an...

Part 1: Chronic Health Conditions This blog post was written by Victoria L. Freeman, Ph.D., CHFS, CMH. Then God said, “Let the land produce vegetation: seed-bearing plants and trees on the land that bear fruit with seed in it, according to their various kinds.” And it was so. The...

This blog post was written by Victoria L. Freeman, Ph.D., CHFS, CMH. Your choices at the grocery store have a profound influence on your health, and they also directly impact the health of our home planet. This statement is no exaggeration. It’s true. We’re not referring to choices between nutritious...

This blog post was written by Victoria L. Freeman, Ph.D., CHFS, CMH When was the last time you took a leisurely walk through the grass … barefoot? Walked barefoot on the beach? Dug into the earth with your bare hands? If you’re like most of us, it’s been way too long....