Catecholamines are chemical compounds in the body derived from the amino acid tyrosine. They arouse and excite us mentally, emotionally and physically, and help us to focus and be attentive. The catecholamines include dopamine, norepinephrine and epinephrine (also known as adrenaline). Two catecholamines, norepinephrine and dopamine, act as neurotransmitters in the central nervous system and […]
Artisan Vegan Cheese
Gourmet restaurateur and vegan food expert Miyoko Schinner shares her secrets for making homemade nondairy cheeses that retain all the complexity and sharpness of their dairy counterparts while incorporating nutritious nuts and plant-based milks.Miyoko shows how to tease artisan flavors out of unique combinations of ingredients, such as rejuvelac and nondairy yogurt, with minimal effort. […]
Nourishing Traditions
This well-researched, thought-provoking guide to traditional foods contains a startling message: Animal fats and cholesterol are not villains but vital factors in the diet, necessary for normal growth, proper function of the brain and nervous system, protection from disease and optimum energy levels. Sally Fallon dispels the myths of the current low-fat fad in this […]
Increasing Energy with Herbs and Nutrition
There’s a lot of talk about an energy crisis, including electricity and gas, but little about the nation’s general lack of physical energy. People who deal with stress, such as recovery from addiction and everyday life, are constantly looking for ways to boost energy. How else do you explain the success of massive coffee shop […]