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About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

Entries by Dr. B.J. Hardick

Eating Healthy During the Holidays: Foods to Watch Out For (or Avoid)

November 13, 2018 /0 Comments/in Articles, Weight Loss and Natural Health /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

Holidays mean friends, family, festivities, and food. Sometimes lots of food, and not usually the healthy kind. Social pressure doesn’t make mindful eating any easier. Your coworker insists you try her homemade candied pecans, the waft of warm cinnamon buns tempts you while you’re at the mall, and you’ll practically get disowned if you don’t […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

Is Fasting Healthy? Weighing the Pros and Cons of Intermittent Fasting

October 16, 2018 /0 Comments/in Articles, Detox and Cleansing /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

Intermittent fasting has recently surged in popularity. Hugh Jackson, Justin Theroux, Beyoncé, and Nicole Kidman are among the celebrities who swear by fasting for weight loss and its other benefits. “Advocates for taking periodic breaks from eating — for up to 24 hours once or twice a week — tout it as an effective and […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

Arugula Pecan Pesto

September 25, 2018 /0 Comments/in Dips, Recipes for Good Health /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

Pesto is not the exclusive domain of basil and pine nuts. When the Argula in your fridge no longer looks salad worthy, this Arugula Pecan Pesto recipe won’t disappoint, and will add more greens to your diet. Pecans balance out the peppery, slightly bitter flavour of arugula with sweetness, and add fiber to improve the health […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

What You Need to Know About a Low-FODMAP Diet for IBS

September 11, 2018 /0 Comments/in Natural Health Perspectives /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

If you’ve ever had dinner and subsequently felt bloated, nauseous, had to run immediately to the bathroom, or otherwise felt uncomfortable, you’re familiar with how irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) feels. Imagine “blocked up one minute and unable to go, then running to the toilet the next and feeling like the world might end,” (1) says […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

Resistant Starch: What It Is + Why You Can Benefit from Using It

August 7, 2018 /0 Comments/in Whole Food Nutrition /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

Wonder Bread, cake, and noodles: Those are among the many highly digestible starches in American diets. Among their problems, researchers believe eating these rapidly digested starches could contribute to chronic disease including Type 2 diabetes. (1) Eating starchy foods regularly can also make you overweight. “The average American consumes 133 pounds of flour a year […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

How Much Protein Do I Need? Determining Your Daily Protein Intake

June 19, 2018 /0 Comments/in Whole Food Nutrition /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

Stop for a minute and consider: Your body can store carbohydrate (as glycogen). Most of us know – all too well, unfortunately – that it can store fat. But you cannot store protein, making this macronutrient – or more specifically, the nine essential amino acids that make up protein – absolutely necessary. Even the word’s […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

What You Need to Know About Sinus Infections: Symptoms + Relief

June 12, 2018 /0 Comments/in Natural Health Perspectives /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

Your morning begins splendidly after a great night’s sleep. You have a cup of coffee, see the kids off to school, tell your significant other goodbye, and then it hits you as you’re fighting rush hour traffic to arrive at work on time. You feel pressure behind your nostrils, you develop a little bit of […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

Best and Worst Nut Milks: How to Choose the Right Almond Milk (+ Other Milk Alternatives)

June 5, 2018 /0 Comments/in Whole Food Nutrition /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

Once upon a time, you walked into your grocery store and found mostly cow’s milk in the dairy aisle. Certainly, you had choices including skim, two percent, and whole milk. You might have found a few soy milks and maybe an almond milk. That’s changed. Even your small mom-and-pop grocery or major-chain supermarket these days […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

Organic Food Delivery Programs in London, Ontario – Are they Worth it?

May 29, 2018 /0 Comments/in Healthy Living London Canada /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

Researchers last year looked at the habits of 2,000 Americans and found over 60 years, the average person spends $70,500 on takeout. “Unsurprisingly, greasy foods such as pizza, French fries, and cheeseburgers are the most common take-out options, and people often experience a sap in energy thanks to the inevitable post-take out ‘slump’ that six […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

Health Benefits of Fasting: The mTOR Pathway, Autophagy & Ketosis

May 22, 2018 /0 Comments/in Weight Loss and Natural Health /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

If you’ve even halfheartedly followed the health world these last few years, you know intermittent fasting has become quite the rage among devotees who swear by its many benefits including weight loss and its potential to reduce disease risk. “Intermittent fasting, in which individuals fast on consecutive or alternate days, has been reported to facilitate […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

Are Eggs Good for You? Evaluating Health Benefits of Eggs

May 15, 2018 /0 Comments/in Whole Food Nutrition /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

“Are eggs good for you?” “Are eggs healthy?” Go ahead. Try one of these questions at your next dinner party, with your most health-conscious friend, or the next time you see your doctor or dietitian. Even experts can’t reach a consensus about whether eggs are healthy. “I can’t say enough good things about eggs,” says […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

Benefits of Meditation and Mindfulness: Meditation for Beginners

May 1, 2018 /0 Comments/in Natural Health Perspectives /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

What exactly is meditation? That’s a heavily loaded buzzword. Depending on whom you talk to, it might imply a powerful complementary medicine approach to empower you and help you live your life more fully — or it’s a waste of time, something that’s just way too “out there” for you. Science doesn’t help defining what […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

Grain Free Tigernut Flour Pancakes

April 24, 2018 /0 Comments/in Breads, Breakfast, Dessert, Recipes for Good Health, Snacks /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

If you want grain-free options and/or are allergic to nuts, tigernuts are not nuts so this Tigernut Flour Pancakes recipe will be a safe option. As per my article about these tubers (also known as chufa, nut grass, yellow nutsedge, chufa sedge or earth almond), they can replace nuts and flours as they make your gut flora […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

Nothing to See Here: Why the Military Diet Probably Won’t Work for You

April 17, 2018 /0 Comments/in Weight Loss and Natural Health /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

What if I said you could indulge in ice cream and hot dogs for three days, eat pretty much whatever you want for four more days, all while losing 10 pounds your first week? Better yet, you repeat that weekly pattern – three days eating according to the Military Diet plan followed by four days […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

Benefits of CrossFit: Is It Right for You?

April 3, 2018 /0 Comments/in Natural Health Perspectives /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

Exercise statistics are grim. Only about one in five American adults meet US-government physical activity guidelines. Those guidelines aren’t super stringent: They recommend adults perform 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity physical activity and two days of moderate- or high-intensity muscle strengthening two days every week. CrossFit™ training hits several of those marks: It combines vigorous physical […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

Good and Bad Bacteria – Are We Oversimplifying?

March 20, 2018 /0 Comments/in Vitamins and Supplements /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

Do You REALLY Need Probiotics? “There’s no need to buy fancy sourdough: White bread DOESN’T make you fat (as long as your body doesn’t react to It).” (1) So blared Stephen Matthew’s headline for a February 2017 Daily Mail article. Oprah and the legions of I-love-bread people certainly loved this headline, clearly meant to rile […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

Coconut Turmeric Ginger Smoothie

March 13, 2018 /0 Comments/in Beverages, Breakfast, Recipes for Good Health, Smoothies, Snacks /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

If you want a dose of antioxidants and healthy fats or have any inflammatory conditions, make this Coconut Turmeric Ginger Smoothie your go-to detox smoothie every day. The primary compound in turmeric, Curcumin, has anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer benefits while ginger aids digestion, and coconunt oil helps to build collagen for a glowing complexion. To maximize the power of Curcumin […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

Turmeric Powder – My #1 Spice Pick that Belongs in Your Kitchen Cabinet

March 7, 2018 /0 Comments/in Vitamins and Supplements /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

Think about a delicious curry, Indian dish, or another Middle Eastern entrée you’ve enjoyed in the past that carried a golden hue. You can likely recall its pungent, zesty taste. Maybe it had a slight ginger-y or pepper-y bite that cut some of the dish’s sweetness. Turmeric gives these dishes their warm, aromatic flavor and […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

How to Eat Chia Seeds

February 3, 2018 /1 Comment/in Whole Food Nutrition /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

Health Benefits of Chia Seeds – Why They Should Be in Your Diet You’re playing trivia with your friends and you stumble across this question: What plant food packs, ounce for ounce, more calcium than milk and omega-3 fatty acids than salmon? You’re stumped and need more clues, right? Fine. Research shows this seed – […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

Kidney Stones: Symptoms, Causes, & How to Avoid Them

December 12, 2017 /3 Comments/in Detox and Cleansing /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

13 Science-Backed Ways to Prevent Them With Diet + Lifestyle Strategies Here’s a fun bit of trivia about a decidedly un-fun topic. The oldest documented human with kidney stones was found in a mummy that researchers believed lived close to 7,000 years ago in pre-dynastic Egypt. (1) OK, one more: Researchers in one study found […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

What to Eat Before and After a Workout

November 21, 2017 /1 Comment/in Weight Loss and Natural Health /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

A Primer for Newbies and Seasoned Athletes Bland skinless, fat-free chicken breast, egg whites, and protein powders: For what seems like forever, those have been go-to staples for bodybuilders and other athletes. Sure, they might throw in something like sweet potato or brown rice, but the primary emphasis here is protein, protein, and more protein. […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

Is Organic Food Better?

November 4, 2017 /1 Comment/in Whole Food Nutrition /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

I get asked the question all the time: “Should I spend twice the amount for organic broccoli compared with conventional varieties?” Then I hear, “Honestly, the organic variety didn’t look so hot, and for that amount I could practically buy wild-caught salmon.” Strolling grocery store aisles present more decisions than ever, and chief among them […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

The Most Nutritious Nuts and Seeds

October 16, 2017 /0 Comments/in Whole Food Nutrition /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

Name one healthy food equally loved by low-carb devotees, ketogenic followers, vegans, and vegetarians. Give up? Nuts and seeds earn a solid health-halo reputation because they come loaded with protein, healthy fats, and nutrients including hard-to-get minerals including magnesium and zinc. Can Nuts & Seeds Fit into A Healthy Diet? (Yes, with Several Caveats) Among […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.

Paleo Superfood Tabouli

September 11, 2017 /0 Comments/in Main Dish, Recipes for Good Health, Salads, Side Dish /by Dr. B.J. Hardick

In the mood for Middle Eastern cuisine? Try this Paleo Superfood Tabouli (also known as Tabbouli or Tabbouleh). This vegan dish is gluten-free as it includes Hemp Seeds, a Superfood, instead of bulgur (cracked wheat). Remember that all the ingredients must be finely chopped for the right texture of Tabouli, especially the parsley. You could also […]

About Dr. B.J. Hardick

Dr. B.J. Hardick is a Doctor of Chiropractic and internationally-recognized natural health author and speaker. His health journey began as a child — alternative medicine is the only medicine he has ever known. In 2009, he authored his first book, Maximized Living Nutrition Plans. In 2018, he authored his second book, Align Your Health. An energizing and passionate speaker, Dr. Hardick shares his lifestyle methods to numerous professional and public audiences every year in the United States and Canada. His teachings encompass the principles of ancestral nutrition, detoxification, functional fitness, mindfulness, and green living.