We will be LIVE for the kickoff of our 10 Day Detox for the members who have joined the program!! See you at 7:30 tonight!

Coffee lovers have more reason to celebrate their daily ritual. Researchers using advanced molecular analysis discovered several novel diterpene esters in roasted Arabica coffee beans that exhibit significant α-glucosidase inhibitory activity, with some compounds showing even stronger effects than common anti-diabetic drugs in laboratory testing. The study, published in Beverage Plant Research, identified three new coffee compounds (named caffaldehydes A, B, and C) along with three additional trace compounds. Alpha-glucosidase is a key enzyme involved in breaking down carbohydrates into glucose, so inhibiting this enzyme can help regulate post-meal blood sugar spikes, a mechanism similar to prescription medications used for type 2 diabetes. The diterpenes work through multiple pathways, including stimulating insulin secretion and increasing glucose uptake in cells. What makes this particularly interesting is that these beneficial compounds form during roasting, which may explain why moderate coffee consumption has been associated with reduced diabetes risk in numerous epidemiological studies. Coffee has to be mold-free and organic (chemical-free). That is why we recommend Organo coffee: it contains no mycotoxins and is organic. In addition, it contains reishi mushroom, which is a powerful food that helps prevent cancer. Finally, Organo coffee is alkaline, which does not promote disease. You can get it here: https://drserge.myorganogold.com/

Starting Saturday, we’re resetting your body with clean, nourishing foods that support natural detox and steady energy. What we’re avoiding: Processed foods, soda, diet drinks, fruit juice, alcohol, caffeine, refined grains, processed meats, white potatoes, corn, and anything that spikes inflammation. **TIP** Don’t quit caffeine cold turkey, especially if you drink it every day. Slowly begin weaning yourself by decreasing consumption over the next few days. If you experience a caffeine headache during the detox, sip on Organo or plain back coffee throughout the day. What we’re focusing on: Fruit: 2–3 servings/day (watch high-sugar fruits) Healthy grains: 1 serving/day, gluten-free and non-GMO Protein: 2–4 servings/day from lean meats, fish, or plant sources (Protein is key for detox—it helps your body break down and eliminate toxins!) Expect: less bloating, more energy, fewer cravings, and a total reset. Use these next few days before the start of the program to clean up your diet to prepare your body for the detox. Reference the grocery list provided in the patient guide for what to stock up on. The better you eat – the better your results will be! Check out some sample recipes on our website: www.nutrition-houston.com Choose your favorites and start planning for success!

Somewhere along the way, we decided that smelling like a human was a bad thing. I get that we all want to smell good, particularly for the opposite sex. But drowning your skin in modern fragrances and perfumes comes at a cost to your health. The interesting thing is, historically, perfume wasn't even a health problem! For thousands of years, perfume was actually just plants, resins, and flower oils. It only became a health problem when industrial chemistry hijacked fragrance in the mid 19th century. Perfumers stopped depending on plants and started depending on labs. And just like that, perfume became cheaper, longer-lasting and biologically foreign to the human body. Then in 1921, Chanel No. 5 changed everything… It was the first mass-marketed perfume to fully embrace abstract synthetic concepts (not flowers!) as the core identity. Advertising reframed perfume as femininity, seduction, status ,and being" clean," "fresh," "pure." And health disappeared from the conversation entirely. The rest is history… Today, scents are added to EVERYTHING: soaps, detergents, shampoos, laundry products, Air fresheners… Perfume has become an ambient exposure. "Fragrance" became a legal black box, which means companies don't have to disclose what's actually in their proprietary fragrance blends. So now we're dealing with chronic, involuntary exposure to petrochemical-derived synthetic fragrance compounds that our bodies were never designed to handle! And it is far from a drop of jasmine oil on your wrist… These industrial chemicals are absorbed through your skin, lungs, and mucous membranes – disrupting your endocrine system, triggering your immune system, and screwing with your hormones. But what exactly is IN modern perfumes that makes them so harmful for humans? Primarily, it's phthalates and parabens, which you've probably heard me talk about on social media. One study screened 47 branded perfumes and found phthalates in 100% of them – with some containing up to 23,649 parts per million of diethyl phthalate (PMID: 27120507).

As a Nutrition Coach, one of the questions I hear most often is, “What should I feed my child if I want them to eat healthier?” As many parents know, that’s not always an easy answer—especially if you’re dealing with a picky eater. The good news is that there are simple, healthy swaps for many popular kid-friendly foods that are easy to find and, in my experience, kid-approved. I’ve included a list of 'better' and 'best' food swaps that I hope you’ll find helpful.