Dark Chocolate Zucchini Brownies Ingredients 2 cups zucchini, grated ½ cup melted coconut oil ½ cup honey 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour ¾ cup whole spelt flour (or an additional ¾ cup whole wheat pastry flour) ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder ½ teaspoon salt 1 ½ teaspoon baking…
THE LINK BETWEEN OSA AND TYPE 2 DIABETES Did you know there’s a link between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and type 2 diabetes? Many people with obstructive sleep apnea also have type 2 diabetes. High blood sugar is the connection the two conditions have in common. Also, they share risk factors such as obesity, high blood pressure,…
PEDIATRIC SLEEP-DISORDERED BREATHING AWARENESS One of the many joys in the life of a parent is watching their child sleep. When your child goes to bed, do you check on them during the night and watch them sleep for a while? Have you noticed problems such as snoring, mouth breathing, or restless sleep? Are they…
IS TMD CAUSING YOUR FACIAL PAIN? Are you having unexplained face pain? Maybe you’ve tried everything you could think of to treat your symptoms, but the pain won’t stay away. Although facial pain can have several causes, like trigeminal neuralgia, sinus infections, and migraines, it’s possible TMD is the problem. At TMJ & Sleep Therapy…
COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT SLEEP Sleep is a vital factor for good health. Getting proper rest helps to safeguard your mental and physical health. When your body goes too long without proper rest, you’re at risk of health issues like heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. The team at the Pain & Sleep Therapy Center wants to…
IS YOUR CHILD MOUTH-BREATHING? Mouth-breathing is an abnormal breathing pattern capable of having a serious impact on your child’s health. Chronic mouth-breathing in children may cause problems such as an elongated face, stunted growth and development, behavioral issues, inadequate sleep, and misalignment or crowding of the teeth. Does your child breathe through their mouth? The…
Whole Food Lentil & Quinoa Breakfast Patties Ingredients Try to buy everything organic. Here’s why. 2 1/2 cup lentils, soaked and cooked—start with 1 cup dry lentils (here are some tips) 1 cup quinoa, soaked and cooked—start with 1/2 cup dry quinoa (here are some tips) 1/2 red onion, chopped (here’s a tip) 1/3 cup…
Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Butternut Squash Lasagna Ingredients Try to buy everything organic. Here’s why. 2 large butternut squash 1 1/3 cup raw walnuts, soaked (here’s how and why) 1 2/3 cup raw cashews, soaked (here’s how and why) 1 1/2 tsp fine ground sea salt 1 tbsp + 1 tsp fresh lemon juice 2 cloves garlic…
Creamy (Dairy-Free) Tomato Soup by Jules Ingredients 2 tablespoons oil or cooking fat of choice 1 large onion, peeled and chopped 4 cloves garlic, peeled and coarsely chopped One 28-ounce can crushed, diced or whole peeled tomatoes (San Marzano or home canned are best!) 11?2 cups chicken stock (use vegetable stock if making vegetarian) 1…
Green Beans with Cranberries, Bacon and Goat cheese by Gina Matsoukas Ingredients 1½ pounds green beans, washed and trimmed 2 slices bacon ½ cup fresh cranberries 1 ounce goat cheese, crumbled vegan or a dairy-free cheese can be used as a substitute salt & pepper to taste Instructions In a large skillet over medium-high heat,…