Sonia's Healthy Corner

11/20/2025

Garlic might be small, but its nutritional impact is HUGE.

It’s rich in antioxidants, supportive of a healthy microbiome, and full of compounds that help your body thrive. And when you chop or crush it and let it rest before cooking, you unlock even more of its natural benefits.

From soups and sautés to dressings and dips, garlic brings depth, vibrancy, and nourishment to plant-powered meals. Ready to explore new ways to use it?

🧄 Read our garlic guide and try seven delicious recipes right here: https://frn.co/4pcm61s

How do you love using garlic in your kitchen?

11/19/2025

Blueberries have lots of phytonutrients that may fight inflammation and lessen pain. If it's not berry season, frozen blueberries can have the same or even more nutrients than fresh. https://wb.md/43pR5hW

11/19/2025

It seems like every time we turn around, there is something else to avoid. The FDA says "meat glue" is GRAS (generally recognized as safe). The science tells us otherwise. A recent peer-reviewed study shows that microbial transglutaminase induces leaky gut, celiac disease and related inflammatory diseases such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, psoriasis as well as neurodegenerative disease.

How to avoid mTG? Prioritize Whole Foods...
Fresh Fruits and Vegetables: These are naturally free from added transglutaminase.
Unprocessed Meats: Choose meat from sources you trust and that openly share their processes.

Avoid Ultraprocessed Products: Be wary of processed foods like chicken nuggets, hot dogs, meatloaf, sausages, and other meat products labeled as "formed" or "reformed".
Imitation Seafood: These products may also contain transglutaminase

Do your best. Be well

Read the study: https://wap.hapres.com/htmls/MO_995_Detail.html

Read more: https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/meat-glue-processed-foods-fda-generally-recognized-as-safe/

11/16/2025

Purple-fleshed sweet potatoes are thought to contain super-high levels of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agents. As these substances pass through your system, they balance out free radicals. https://wb.md/49MObYn

11/16/2025

Movement is Life, Inc. 2026 Health Summit was full of inspirational change- makers, from community leaders and innovators, to academia and medical professionals came together to create impact on mobility, wellness and community health.

11/16/2025

What a fun farm to table culinary experience at our local Fred’s Urban Farm.
We enjoyed a delicious dinner and got to learn about bees 🐝
Amazing menu prepared by Chef Kerra Rogof from The Tide Table

11/14/2025

Started the day bright and early today! Highly productive meetings took place at Movement is Life 2025 summit in Washington D.C.

11/13/2025

11/13/2025

It's time to stop treating symptoms - and start healing the cause.

11/13/2025

⚠️ 9 Things to Avoid to Reduce Your Risk of Cancer

Did you know certain everyday foods and materials can increase inflammation and expose you to harmful chemicals linked to cancer?

Here are nine to watch out for:
🧁 Artificial Sweeteners
🥓 Bacon
🍳 Teflon Pans
🥪 Processed Meats
📦 Ultra-Processed Foods
🌈 Artificial Coloring
🥤 Soda
🍴 Plastic Utensils
🍟 Fried Foods

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11/13/2025

11/11/2025

What’s your go-to snack or drink for a good night’s rest?

Around 70 million Americans struggle with sleep issues, and what you eat and drink might be playing a bigger role than you think.

From tart cherries and pistachios to cozy chamomile tea, certain foods are rich in nutrients that support deeper, more restful sleep. 🌙

Explore the research and discover plant-powered recipes that can help you wake up feeling refreshed.

💤 Learn more here: https://frn.co/47jTnSf