Richard's Health Topics & Recipes

The Powerful Benefits & Uses of Garlic

By Marley Price /

Garlic is an herb that we recommend always having on hand, in at least one of the several different forms garlic is available in. From powder, salt, and minced for cooking to fresh for both cooking and wellness – this herb has a plethora of uses besides being tasty! Garlic is one of the oldest…

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The Carlson Omega-3 Difference

By Marley Price /

There’s nothing fishy about it – omega-3s are important to our health, which is why we should all take a fish oil supplement. The benefits are enormous and the downside non-existent. One thing to remember though: we want to make absolutely sure that our omega-3 supplements are of the very best quality. Here’s why you…

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Ashwagandha

By Marley Price /

Benefits that have been proven by research The practices of Ayurveda, a traditional form of Indian medicine, have been around for centuries, but some of its hallmark treatments are only now gaining recognition in the United States. One of those is ashwagandha or Withania somnifera, also called Indian ginseng or winter cherry. This plant is…

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The Scoop on Minerals

By Marley Price /

Some of the most essential elements to our bodies’ natural chemistry are minerals. Eating the right amount of minerals through diet alone can be difficult, so it’s key to understand how and why supplementation can help. The Dirt Poor Facts Soil depletion is the leading cause of mineral deficiency in the fruits and vegetables we…

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The Powerful Healing Benefits of Beets

By Jen Klama /

Beets are one of nature’s most powerful healers. Unfortunately, they’re not at the top of most people’s favorite foods list due to their earthy flavor and seemingly limited usage. However, beets are more diverse than meets the eye and can be consumed in both sweet and savory dishes as well as in many different forms…

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Beetroot Hummus Powder

By Jen Klama /

Bountiful Beetroot Hummus feat. Beet Powder Vegan | Gluten-Free Ingredients 2 Tbsp Sunfood Superfoods Beet Powder at Richard’s 1 can of chickpeas (drained and rinsed) at Richard’s Zest & juice of 1 large lemon 1/4 tsp garlic powder at Richard’s 2 Tbsp Tahini at Richard’s 1/3 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil at Richard’s Salt and…

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Savory Lentils

By Admin RF /

RICHARD’S SAVORY LENTILS 1 tbsp minced onion (Richard’s Bulk Seasoning) 1/4 teaspoon Himalayan Sea Salt, plus more for seasoning (Richard’s Bulk Seasoning) Freshly ground black pepper (Richard’s Bulk Seasoning) 1 cup dried organic lentils (Richard’s Bulk Aisle) 1 cup Jarrow Chicken Bone Broth- regular or curry (see Richard’s October Sale) 1 cup water 1/2 cup Sundried Tomatoes (Richard’s pre-packed brand) 1/2 cup bulgur (Richard’s Bulk Aisle) 1 tablespoon Red…

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Omega-3

By Admin RF /

Vitamins, minerals and antioxidants are known to provide health benefits to those who supplement with them. In addition to traditional nutrients, there is a family of essential fats that is crucial for optimal health and proper functions of the human cel­lular membranes: the omega-3 fats. Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) are in the primary…

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Amino Acids

By Richard's /

The body uses chemical substances called amino acids to build the exact type of protein it needs. There are two types of amino acids: essential and nonessential. While the body must get the essential amino acids from foods, it can manufacture the nonessential amino acids on its own if the diet is lacking them. Of…

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Bilberry

By Richard's /

Botanical Information Bilberry, a relative of the blueberry, has been used for nearly 1,000 years in traditional European medicine. It grows in North America, Europe, and northern Asia. The fruit are rich in astringent compounds called tannins. The fruit can be eaten or made into extracts. Similarly, the leaves can be made into extracts or…

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