by Julie Matthews, NC | Mar 22, 2022 | Gardening, Kids Cook & Garden, Nutrition News
Spring is on its way but in some areas of the country (and world) it is still a little too cold to begin planting in your outside garden. But, what if I told you that you can make a small, portable greenhouse with just a few basic supplies? It is easy (and...
by Julie Matthews, NC | Feb 21, 2022 | Autism, Autism Diet & Implementation, Digestion/Microbiome, Nutrients/Biochemistry, Nutrition News, Personalized Nutrition/Special Diets, Scientific Research
The microbiome in autism is an avenue of important research. Studying the differences in microbiome composition for individuals with an autism diagnosis is yielding valuable insight. Here’s some recent research on the microbiome and children’s health, including kids...
by Julie Matthews, NC | Jan 31, 2022 | Autism, Nutrients/Biochemistry, Nutrition News, Nutritious Food/Meals, Scientific Research, Toxins, Toxins/Non-Toxic Living
Did you know that broccoli sprouts can improve autism symptoms and other neuroinflammatory conditions? At first, I thought it was too good to be true until I looked into the science much further. How could this one tiny food do so much good? Sulforaphane Increases...
by Julie Matthews, NC | Jan 30, 2022 | Autism, Nutrients/Biochemistry, Nutrition News, Nutritious Food/Meals, Recipes - Cooking To Heal, Scientific Research, Toxins, Toxins/Non-Toxic Living
Broccoli Sprouts Made Easy 2 TBS broccoli seeds I like Johnny Seeds and Sprout People brand seeds. 1 quart sized mason jar, sterilized (or well scrubbed with really hot water and dried naturally). Put 2 Tablespoons broccoli seeds in the mason jar Fill halfway with...
by Julie Matthews, NC | Jan 3, 2022 | Nutrition News, Self-Care
I love the new year…Well, sort of. Let me explain. I love the opportunity during the new year to reflect on what I want to create. I dislike the “pressure” of the “New Year’s Resolution.” It feels so forced. And if you know me, you know I dislike feeling forced to do...
