Posts by Karen Berrios
Raw American Tartlet
Raw American Tartlet Ingredients: Base: 1 1/3 cup dates 3 cups hazelnuts 3 tablespoons coconut oil 1 cup nuts Coconut Layer: 1 cup shredded coconut 1 1/2 can organic coconut cream 3 cups cashews 3 tablespoons coconut oil 6 tablespoons yacon syrup or honey 1 teaspoon vanilla extract To decorate: 1 cup banana 1 cup blueberries 2 cups strawberries Raw American Tartlet Instructions: For Base, grease tartlet pan with…
Read MoreCan Sunscreen Cause Cancer?
Can Sunscreen Cause Cancer? Here we are, right in the midst of summer. Right now, it’s still romantic to think about—long days, short and sultry nights, and visions of sun, sand, and surf dance in our heads. You may be planning on spending a lot more time by the pool or at the beach. Anything…
Read MoreCan your BBQ Make you Sick? Healthy July 4th BBQ Options
Can your BBQ Make you Sick? With the 4th of July just around the bend, many people are thinking about one thing: Barbecue! When the weather is warm, we may find ourselves going outside to cook. This could be for a number of reasons. Maybe you just want to enjoy the lovely weather and warm…
Read MoreWhy I Choose BioDentistry
Why I Choose BioDentistry. I am constantly amazed at the connections the environment has on me. Everything I put into my body has an impact on a cellular level. We all know that we are what we eat. That is because what we eat and drink to nourish us is broken down and absorbed into…
Read MoreThe Role of Psycho-Oncology in a Cancer Diagnosis
Psycho-Oncology. My path has taken me in so many directions I never would have dreamed of. Ever since my cancer diagnosis, I have discovered a lot of things about myself, about treatment, and about the disease itself. There are a few things I’m absolutely sure of in my life: among them is that cancer is…
Read MoreCan Your Emotions Affect Your Immune System? The Thyroid Puzzle!
The Thyroid Puzzle. It’s amazing how much control the thyroid has over our bodies. The butterfly-shaped gland in the neck controls so much of how we feel physically, emotionally, socially, and mentally. For many patients with thyroid conditions, often the first clue something is amiss is because of a feeling of depression. It is a…
Read MoreBanana Pancakes
Banana Pancakes Ingredients: 1/4 cup oat flour 1/4 cup organic maca powder 2 eggs 2 bananas 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon Cinnamon powder 1 teaspoon Coconut oil 1 tablespoon of yacon syrup or honey Strawberries, blueberries; or any other fruit you prefer! Banana Pancakes Instructions: Pour all ingredients in a blender, with the exception of berries and honey or syrup. Blend until you get…
Read MoreBiological Dentistry vs. Traditional Dentistry
Biological Dentistry. Your mouth is literally the gateway to the rest of your body. What you put in your mouth has a tremendous impact on your overall health and well-being. Of course, when I say “what you put in your mouth”, most people assume I am talking about nutrition. Sure, nutrition has a major impact…
Read MoreTreating Thyroid Cancer Without Surgery – Is this Really an Option?
Treating Thyroid Cancer. I remember somewhat recently reading a study out of Finland where thyroid cancers were NOT surgically treated. Tumors less than 1.5 cm were treated with primary active surveillance as opposed to surgery with staggering results. It is a controversial approach, but more research is suggesting that the rates of certain types of…
Read MoreCan Aloe Vera Heal? Discovering the Health Benefits of Aloe Vera
Benefits of Aloe Vera. When we think about Aloe Vera, most of us think of the bottle of green jelly that we reach for after getting too much sun. While the use of Aloe Vera gel as a topical treatment for skin irritations and dryness is certainly well-documented, what is less well-known and what I want to…
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