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Why is Appetite and Portion Control Important?Eating too much unhealthy foods cause us to have more cravings and hunger. Because many foods are processed and are poor in nutrition, many people eat too much of these foods to satisfy their appetite and feel full. Thus, more people are becoming obese…

What is Dairy?All fluid milk products and many foods are made from milk are part of the dairy food group. Although dairy products should not be part of your Indigenized diet, sometimes you cannot avoid it. Knowing more about dairy products will help you make informed decisions about your eating…

What are Fats and Oils?Not all fats are created equal. Some are good for you, and some are bad for you. There are 4 main types of fat: saturated, trans, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated. Below is a list of foods from each category: Saturated (burgers, lard and cream, butter, cheese, sausage):…

What are Fruits and Vegetables?A vegetable is the edible part of the plant: roots, stems, leaves, etc. A fruit is the seed-containing part of a plant. Below is a list of examples: Fruits Vegetables Avocado Beets Coconut Cabbage Cherries Carrots Cucumber Kale Eggplant Onions Pepper Potatoes Squash Spinach Tomato Yams…

What are Grains?Grains are any food made from wheat, rice, oats, cornmeal, barley, or another cereal grain product. Although processed/refined gluten and wheat products should not be part of your Indigenized diet, sometimes you cannot avoid it. Knowing more about grain products will help you make informed decisions about your…

Colonization led our people to believe that Western medicine, foods, and technology would improve our health. In fact, the overall health and well-being of our people were vastly superior before the introduction of Western toxins. The Euro-American culture has furthermore influenced our people to devalue the spirituality of food. Ultimately…

What is the Proteins Food Group?All foods made from meat, poultry, seafood, beans and peas, eggs, processed soy products, nuts, and seeds are considered part of the group. Although processed soy products and eggs should not be part of your Indigenized diet, sometimes you cannot avoid it. Knowing more about…

Why is Protein Important?Proteins are the main building blocks for building muscle. Working out breaks down muscles because of the added stress. If you want to become stronger and have bigger muscles, protein is critical to repair and build muscle. Also, protein can help you manage your weight, body composition,…