Dr. Madhu Swamy, ND

Nutrient dense because it contains ~20 vitamins and minerals (Pantothenic acid, Folate, Vitamin K, Copper, Riboflavin, Potassium, Vitamin E, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Magnesium, Thiamin, Manganese, Iron, Carotenoids Lutein and Zeaxanthin). Contains healthy monounsaturated fatty acids (in particular oleic acid), which accounts for >60% of the total fat. Sodium, sugar and cholesterol-free. Great first fresh food for babies because of its creamy texture. Adding avocado to s

Is fat in foods good or bad? Not all fat is bad for you. In fact your body needs fat to function. This macronutrient is a major source of energy and so much more. Fats help keep you warm, they help your body to absorb important nutrients, and they play a crucial role in some of your body’s everyday functions. But not all fats are created equally. There are many types of fat: saturated, polyunsaturated, monounsaturated and combinations of these. Healthy Fats (Monounsaturated F

Take a cold shower! Really!!!! Cold water has so many benefits! And when you do “Alternating Hot and Cold Shower” it can do amazing things for your body, here’s how... Hot water has a stimulating effect on the body. It causes blood vessels to open, allowing better blood flow. It also increases oxygen absorption and carbon dioxide excretion making it important for detoxification. The heat from the water is directly transferred to your body. Cold water also has a stimulating ef