by Sally K Norton | Jun 13, 2023 | Blog
Freedom from excessive toxins and proper nourishment are key to optimal health. Toxins, be they natural or synthetic, harm our health and threaten our futures. (Keep in mind that naturally occurring oxalate, heavy metals, and asbestos can create some nasty problems.)...
by Sally K Norton | Dec 26, 2022 | Blog, Health, Nutrition Science, Toxins
Food companies use truly scary ingredients and techniques to make today’s plant-based meat substitutes. To mimic the aromas, flavors and textures of meat, high-tech manufacturing plants need to create copycat proteins, fats, and flavoring compounds. They use genetic...
by Sally K Norton | Oct 10, 2022 | Blog, Health, Oxalates
Dates in My Low-Ox Diet Plan: What Does the Data Say? Following a low-oxalate diet is much easier when you have the right oxalate data. Unfortunately, there’s a lot of misinformation, limited science, and conflicting results on the internet, which leads to confusion...
by Sally K Norton | Sep 11, 2022 | Meats and Seafood, Recipes, Side Dishes, Super Easy
Canned oysters are inexpensive and easy to prepare; they round out a dinner menu with flare. Oysters are packed with protein, B-12, minerals, and other valuable nutrients, including omega-3 fatty acids and Vitamin D. If you want to used shucked raw oysters (sold in...
by Sally K Norton | Sep 4, 2022 | Blog, Oxalates
Starting a low oxalate diet? Going low oxalate can be a huge step into a brand-new world. It’s not only unfamiliar but somewhat disorienting. What to eat? How much to eat? What should your new staples be? How will you learn and remember which foods are high in...