Gluten Free Berry Crumble Dessert
Sometimes all you want is warm and comforting dessert! This is a low carb, gluten free, and low sugar version to help those who follow an anti-inflammatory diet. This is ideal for our diet plans! This dessert is high in fiber, antioxidant, phytonutrients, and packed with Vitamin C. This is a great recipe for those who are on a diet but want a special treat!
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The Challenges of Weight Loss, Part 2
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Foods to Help Fight Lyme
Here are some food suggestions for fighting Lyme Disease, and what foods to avoid -- taken directly from Dr. Stram’s PowerPoint presentation to Core Life Eatery’s sold out audience on June 13th in Vestal, NY. We hope this information will help you in your quest to overcome Lyme!Read the Post
Watermelon Arugula Salad
This is another great staple for the summertime; eating produce that is seasonal is perfect for optimizing the nutrient levels! This salad aids in digestion, it has calcium, potassium, folate, B-Vitamins, Vitamin C, and Vitamin K. This is also full of antioxidants and supports your immune health. Also, this is a very refreshing salad for those warmer days! Plus, watermelons are very hydrating. This salad is low in calories too, which can help aid in weight-loss.
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IMMUNE BOOSTING TEA
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The Weight Loss Puzzle
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Refreshing & Simple Smoothie Bowls
This is a staple in the nutrition world! Smoothie bowls are cost effective and provide you with nutrients. This smoothie bowl is high in fiber, antioxidants, Vitamin C, Manganese and Potassium. This is a great recipe for those who are trying to get in a lot of nutrients to their diet. This is also perfect for freezing, if you are on the go!
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Which diet is right for you?
Many people wonder which diet is best for them based on what they are told be friends, a healthcare provider, what they hear on TV, what they read on the internet, or what is suggested by a loved one. Here at the Stram Center we recommend a variety of diets for our patients depending on their individual needs. Read below for an explanation of the dietary approach of the Stram Center! Also learn…Read the Post
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3 Tips to Keep Your Gut Thriving!
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Salmon Salad
This is a great recipe for those who are on a gluten, dairy free, and egg free diet. This is a staple in the diet plan that our dietitian, Janna Neitzel MS, RD, CDN, recommends for her patients. This salmon salad replaces mayo with avocado! Optimizing health benefits from this delicious meal. This is a filling meal that is high in protein and Omega-3 Fatty acids.
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Eat Well for Heart Health!
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Eating for the Heart
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Heart Disease: A Preventative Approach
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Corn and Avocado Salad
This refreshing seasonal salad is great during the summer months! Fresh seasonal ingredients are high in nutrients. This salad is a good source of fiber, B Vitamins, Omega-3 fatty acids, and folate. This salad is also savory and filling!
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Brazil Nut Milk
This recipe is great for those who are on dairy free diet. Making your own nut milk is great to control the sugar in your diet! This recipe is perfect for those who want to limit dairy and follow an anti-inflammatory diet.
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Homemade Hummus
A cult favorite for most people is hummus and making it at home is a perfect way to control the ingredients! Chickpeas are an excellent source of protein, they are high in folate, iron phosphorous, copper, and manganese. This recipe is great for those on a plant based diet, and for those who want a healthy, nutrient dense snack to keep handy in the house!
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Peanut Butter Energy Balls
This energy ball is a perfect treat for those who are following a low refined sugar diet. These energy balls also pack a lot of nutrients and complex carbohydrates for energy. These energy balls are high in healthy fats, magnesium, fiber, and protein. This treat will keep you full longer and is great for on-the-go needs! These balls can also be frozen for up to 3 months!
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Green Tahini Dressing
Perfect for topping off your favorite protein and veggie dish! This dressing provides loads of flavor to your diet while also providing you with nutrients. The green tahini dressing is a good source of Omega-9 fats, B-Vitamins, protein, and it is a detoxifying agent. This dressing will aid in digestion. Adding this delicious dressing to your food will help you stay on track with your healthy diet!
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Eric’s Detox Salad
This salad below is rich in many compounds to help support the body and promote a healthy detox/cleanse. The Stram Center offers comprehensive cleansing and detoxification programs. It is important to work with a trained healthcare practitioner to help guide you through a structured detox program. For additional information about our detox program, call the center at 518-689-2244 or visit…Read the Post
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Broccoli Salad
Broccoli is a sulfur food that helps us detoxify and cleanse our bodies. This salad contains high levels of calcium, iron, zinc, phosphorous, and potassium. A broccoli salad is savory and delicious, and it is high in nutrients. This salad is perfect for those who want to increase veggies into their diet, and want to maintain a low-carb, anti-inflammatory diet.
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Blood Sugar, Estrogen, and Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is directly connected to hormonal imbalance. When we talk about the complex world of hormones, we understand that many aspects influence them, such as stress, the food we eat, how we move our bodies (or lack of movement), and genetics. With breast cancer specifically, estrogen is a key player. So how does nutrition influence our estrogen? By now you may or may not have heart of…Read the Post
