Boosting the Immune System: It’s Not What You Think

Boosting the Immune System: It’s Not What You Think

Boosting isn't always better. Discover why an overactive immune system can be counterproductive and what you can focus on instead. Learn when to power up or down, fueling your defense with the right nutrients. Watch out for the pitfalls of improper inflammation management and explore immune-supporting remedies. Remember, it's about building tolerance, not just boosting!

From Seed to Table: Why it Matters Who Grows Your Food

From Seed to Table: Why it Matters Who Grows Your Food

Discover why sourcing food directly from the producer matters. Learn how to support local farmers and ranchers for sustainability, community growth, fresher nutrition, and a deeper connection to your food. Explore my favorite producers in the San Francisco Bay Area and various ways to access locally grown food, from CSA programs to farmer's markets and online options. You can start small and make a difference!

Getting down and dirty with food

Getting down and dirty with food

Read why I choose to eat whole foods that are as natural as they can be, coming straight from the dirt, and why I seek out farmers and ranchers that grow food in a sustainable and healthy way. You too can improve your health and well-being by being a regenetarian who eats a plant-forward diet.

Healthy Food Buyer's Guide

Healthy Food Buyer's Guide

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by grocery shopping or unsure of where to find high-quality, nutritious food without breaking the bank, this blog is your guide. Discover what to buy and what to avoid everywhere from the farmer's market to online. This comprehensive guide will empower you to make informed choices as you shop for healthy food.

Food for Thought: What to Eat to Boost Your Brain

Food for Thought: What to Eat to Boost Your Brain

Find out which foods have the power to enhance cognition, protect against neurodegenerative diseases, and unleash the full potential of your magnificent mind. Discover the brain-boosting potential of delicious foods, including 12 recipes to enjoy.

Food as Medicine: an introduction to functional nutrition

Food as Medicine: an introduction to functional nutrition

If you’ve ever wondered what functional nutrition is and how it’s different than traditional medicine or how they could work together, keep reading. We explain how functional nutrition approaches chronic health conditions using a holistic and tailored approach to your health.

Trash or Treasure? Reduce Food Waste with These Tasty Recipes

Trash or Treasure? Reduce Food Waste with These Tasty Recipes

With these recipes it will be easy to use up food in your refrigerator and create delicious, nutritious meals that reduce food waste, save money, and have a positive environmental impact. 

The Gift of Life

The Gift of Life

"I firmly believe that working with Jessica gave me more time on this earth. ... I lost 50 lbs and felt like I was barely even trying, all I did was learn to nourish my body in a way that balanced my hormones. Many of my PCOS symptoms have reversed, I've started ovulating naturally again, my skin is clearer, I have more energy throughout the day, and my mood is better." -Jennifer

Unlock the Medicine of Your Spice Cabinet

Unlock the Medicine of Your Spice Cabinet

Medicinal Uses for 7 Herbs and Spices Already in your Kitchen + Recipes for each: * Basil * Bay Leaf * Cayenne * Cinnamon * Garlic * Ginger * Thyme

Why I don’t use NSAIDs for inflammation or pain (and what to use instead)

Why I don’t use NSAIDs for inflammation or pain (and what to use instead)

Just because they’re common doesn’t mean they’re safe! Here are some critical reasons why I would use a more natural anti-inflammatory instead of an NSAID.