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 | Oct 20, 2021 | ADHD/Learning Delays, Anxiety/Mood/Behavior, Autism, Holidays, Nutrition News
Halloween is almost here. This year, some families may be choosing to find new ways to celebrate that do not include trick or treating or large gatherings. There is still so much you can do to make this Halloween memorable, fun, healthy, and safe. Instead of Trick or...
by Julie Matthews, NC | Jan 13, 2021 | Egg-Free, Elimination, GFCFSF (for Gluten-free Casein-Free Soy-free), Low FODMAPS, Low Oxalate, Low SAG, Low Salicylate, Nut-Free, Nutrition News, Paleo, Personalized Nutrition/Special Diets
The Rutabaga, also known as a swede, Swedish turnip (though distinctly different than a turnip), and neep (in Scotland). Rutabagas are root vegetables and a member of the cruciferous or brassica family, which includes broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts,...
by Julie Matthews, NC | Dec 15, 2020 | Holidays, Nutrition News, Recipes - Cooking To Heal
This is the season for holiday meals, treats, and with family time spent together. This year especially, when our normal plans may have changed some, it was important to me to celebrate as we can and even create some new traditions. Here at Nourishing Hope, we have...
by Julie Matthews, NC | Sep 8, 2020 | Food & Nutrients, Kids Cook & Garden, Nutrition News, Nutritious Food/Meals
Today is National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day! At Nourishing Hope, I encourage parents to get their child(ren) cooking so they become invested in their nutrition and develop a love of trying new foods and eating healthfully. As a matter of fact, I had one of the...