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Pavel’s Coconut Bread -RESTART approved
This was a recipe perfected by Pavel (my cooking buddy...and boyfriend!) when he went through my RESTART program last fall. RESTART...

Maria Boyuk FNTP
Oct 7, 20191 min read


Be a Label Detective: Meat, Poultry and Eggs-Part 1
Do you ever find yourself standing in the grocery store trying to decipher food labels? When it comes to your meat, poultry and eggs;...

Maria Boyuk FNTP
Sep 27, 20193 min read


Local Spotlights: Living Acre’s Potatoes
Last week I embarked on the adventure of digging for treasures in rich soil. Potatoes are one of my favorite vegetables to harvest...

Maria Boyuk FNTP
Sep 16, 20192 min read


Meal Prep That Fits Your Lifestyle
What are some reasons people struggle to make necessary dietary changes for their health? What are some of the reasons you have given in...

Maria Boyuk FNTP
Sep 10, 20193 min read


Thick and Creamy Homemade Mayo -RESTART approved
Nothing says whole foods like homemade mayonnaise! This recipe is great for sandwiches, salads, or a condiment on your juicy grass-fed...

Maria Boyuk FNTP
Sep 3, 20191 min read


Immune System: A Functional Approach to Autoimmune Diseases
Autoimmune diseases are increasing at an alarming rate. Today, 1 in 10 people are diagnosed with autoimmune diseases world wide, and 1 in...

Maria Boyuk FNTP
Aug 26, 20193 min read


Lacto-Fermented Pickles -RESTART approved
Lacto-fermented veggies are essential for our health because they are extremely therapeutic for our digestive system. Not only does the...

Maria Boyuk FNTP
Aug 14, 20192 min read


Immune System: Acute vs. Chronic Inflammation
We have covered a lot of ground in our exploration of the immune system! Now it is time to dive into some of the immune issues that you...

Maria Boyuk FNTP
Aug 12, 20193 min read


Banana-Blueberry Muffins -RESTART approved
With blueberry season just around the corner, I want to share with you one of my favorite muffin recipes! These muffins are full of...

Maria Boyuk FNTP
Jul 20, 20192 min read


Immune System: Our Microbial World 3/3
Our final microbes to evaluate are bacteria and viruses, which are most commonly associated with impacting our immune system. Many...

Maria Boyuk FNTP
Jul 19, 20193 min read


Local Spotlights: Living Acres’ Spring Greens
Have you stopped by your local Farmers Market for some fresh vegetables? My favorite part of this time of year is sourcing seasonal...

Maria Boyuk FNTP
Jul 12, 20192 min read


Immune System: Our Microbial World 2/3
After weeks of traveling in Bolivia, it is time to dive back into the immune system! Last time, we looked at an overview of microbes and...

Maria Boyuk FNTP
Jun 28, 20192 min read


Thriving Health in Bolivia
“It takes a lot of courage to release the familiar and seemingly secure, to embrace the new.” Alan Cohen On June 13th, I flew home to New...

Maria Boyuk FNTP
Jun 21, 20194 min read


Blueberry Crunch -RESTART approved
I love to create simple treats from the whole foods in my kitchen. These ingredients will give you a balance of nourishing protein, fats...

Maria Boyuk FNTP
May 20, 20191 min read


Immune System: Our Microbial World Part 1/3
When we have a cold, flu, or other immune illnesses, we often attribute them to a bacteria or virus without knowing what these terms...

Maria Boyuk FNTP
May 16, 20192 min read


Sunshine: Skin Protection and Optimal Vitamin D Absorption
Spring is here in Alfred, slowly but surely, and the sun is warmly inviting us into its rays. Since I am sharing a series on the topic of...

Maria Boyuk FNTP
May 10, 20192 min read


Immune System: Anatomy and Physiology Part 2
Immune System: Anatomy and Physiology Part 2 Our bodies’ immune defense is very complex, and technically interrelates with many systems...

Maria Boyuk FNTP
May 3, 20192 min read


Thriving Tips: Maximizing Nutrients
Grains, seeds, and nuts are more digestible if first soaked. This is because of the phytic acid that covers these seeds. What is wrong...

Maria Boyuk FNTP
May 1, 20191 min read


Immune System: Anatomy and Physiology Part 1
Our defense system is made up of entire organs such as the thymus and also vessel systems such as the lymph vessels. However, it is not...

Maria Boyuk FNTP
Apr 26, 20192 min read


Coconut Flour Pizza -RESTART approved
One of my favorite jobs as a nutritional therapist is to lead small groups through the RESTART program. This is a 5-week class where...

Maria Boyuk FNTP
Apr 12, 20192 min read
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