By Mareya Ibrahim You get to work.  No time to leave for lunch.  Stomach starts to rumble.  Get distracted.  Feel incredibly lethargic all of a sudden.  Start to yawn.  Chug a bunch of coffee or energy drinks.  Rub your eyes.  Desperation hits.  Grab a bag of chips from the vending machine. Reach into your desk ...

Are you having trouble sticking with The Daniel Plan? Don’t beat yourself up. The Daniel Plan is designed to help you rewire your brain so you can get thinner, smarter, and happier. But don’t expect it to be as easy as flipping a switch. Did you know that your brain is hardwired to resist change? ...

Skip the fast food taco joints and make tastier, healthier tacos at home. Tacos are the perfect use for leftover shredded roast chicken. You could also use thinly sliced steak, small grilled shrimp, even seasoned and cooked ground beef or turkey. Tacos are so versatile! GF – 8 tacos 8 small organic corn tortillas 2 ...

By Daniel Plan Signature Chef Jenny Ross This smoothie, from Jenny’s new cookbook Healing with Raw Foods, balances plant-based proteins, amino acids, and essential minerals in a fortifying liquid meal to be enjoyed alone or alongside other foods.  Incorporated for endurance, the chia seeds add sweetness akin to poppy seeds to this rich, creamy smoothie.     ...

BY MARK HYMAN, MD The average person gains 11 pounds for every diet they go on. Even worse, when they lose weight, they lose muscle and fat. When they regain weight, they gain back all fat. And since muscle burns seven times as many calories as fat, their metabolism is slower than when they started ...

Coconut-Lime Shrimp Skewers Coconut milk and lime juice do double duty as marinade and sauce for tropically inspired grilled shrimp. Use an outdoor grill, a grill pan, or the oven broiler for cooking. Serve with Chinese black “Forbidden” rice or brown rice and roast asparagus for striking color and flavor. GF/DF – 4 servings 2 ...

(from The Daniel Plan Cookbook – Healthy Cooking for Life) Sitting down to eat a meal together around the table is a great time to learn how everyone is doing. Whether you are enjoying a meal with friends on the weekend, or sitting down to a family supper during the week, mealtimes help people stay ...

(from The Daniel Plan Cookbook – Healthy Eating for Life) Serves 4 ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari 3 tablespoons Balsamic or apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons unsulphured molasses 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil ½ cup orange juice (1 large orange) 1 tablespoon honey A few drops of Tabasco (or your favorite hot sauce) 8 ...

Food Bites with Dr. Hyman – What Kind of Protein Powder Do You Recommend? Mark Hyman, MD In general, most protein powders readily available to consumers are filled with unnecessary sugars and even artificial sweeteners.   Essentially, most are packaged foods and contain a lot of junk – including ingredients that you wouldn’t find in your ...

Food glorious food. Eating is simply one of life’s greatest pleasures. Stocking your pantry and refrigerator with healthy choices is a practical first step in your journey to better health. You will notice that some foods you can eat freely while others are still great choices, but you should plan to eat them in moderation. ...