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10/15/2026

Friends, this book has been in the works for years. That's the truth.

Gwen finally convinced me to turn the recipes we've created, adapted, and tweaked over the years into a real cookbook. Today I'm excited to introduce:

Wally's Kitchen: Recipes for Thanksgiving & Christmas, Healthy, Simple, & Delicious

Thanksgiving and Christmas are meant to be full of family, faith, gratitude and truly delicious food. But celebrating doesn't have to mean six weeks of sugar and starch, and feeling like you need to start over in January.

When I weighed more than 450 pounds, the holidays were the hardest season of all. After losing more than 200 pounds, I learned something important: eating for better health doesn't mean giving up the foods and traditions you love.

Inside you'll find healthier versions of the holiday favorites, plus some new ones:
Dry-Brined Herb Roast Turkey, stuffing, gravy, and cranberry sauce
Herb & Garlic Crusted Prime Rib and Grain-Free Beef Wellington
Gingerbread Pancakes and Christmas Morning Chia Parfaits
Pecan Snowball Cookies, Peppermint Bark and a Bûche de Noël
Dairy-Free Eggnog, holiday drinks and homemade gifts from the kitchen

Every recipe keeps fast-acting sugars and starches to a minimum. They're free of most grains and dairy, contain no pork, and use monk fruit and allulose for sweetness. And they still taste like the holidays.

But this book is about more than recipes. It also shares the true story of Thanksgiving and the real meaning of Christmas, the birth of our Savior, told from Scripture. You'll also find holiday planning and make-ahead guides, plus cooking and preparation tips for better health.

It's a large 8.5 x 11 paperback, beautifully illustrated in full color and easy to read.

Whether you're cooking Thanksgiving dinner for the whole family, baking cookies with the grandkids or planning Christmas morning breakfast, this book will help you celebrate without giving up tradition or your health.

Because healthy eating shouldn't take the joy out of the holidays. It should give you more holidays to enjoy with the people you love.

Pull up a chair. There's room at our table.

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To your wildly amazing health, and a blessed Thanksgiving and Christmas!

— Wally Bishop, BC-FNC, BC-HHP
Functional Nutrition Coach

Wally's Kitchen: Recipes for Thanksgiving and Christmas- Healthy, Simple, & Delicious

09/21/2026

Not all forms of cocoa or chocolate are equal. One can contribute to heart disease, while the other helps prevent it. Which are you eating?

High-Polyphenol Cocoa and Cardiovascular Health: When most people hear the word cocoa, they think of chocolate, dessert, and perhaps a guilty pleasure. But cocoa in its natural, minimally processed form is something very different from a typical chocolate candy bar.Raw or minimally processed cocoa i...

09/14/2026

If you live in the South, you may notice muscadines in the grocery store. When I was growing up, we found them growing wild on vines in the forest. They were a delicious treat as we ran and played in the woods of Paris Mountain.

Today's blog dives into one of God's really healthy treats, the Purple Muscadine. They contain much higher amounts of antioxidants and a more diverse array of antioxidants than grapes.

When we talk about nutrient-dense fruits, blueberries, pomegranates, and blackberries often get most of the attention. But here in the southeastern United States, we have another remarkable fruit growing practically in our own backyard: the purple muscadine grape.Muscadines (Muscadinia rotundifolia,...

09/09/2026

If you like peaches, you might enjoy this recipe. Jicama must be peeled. The peel is not edible.

Jump to Recipe Print RecipePeach Salsa with Jicama Chips Print RecipePrep Time 30 minutes minsCook Time 0 minutes minsCourse SaladIngredients  3 large jicama roots3 peaches2 medium heirloom tomatoes1 medium red onion1 jalapeñoJuice of 5 limes¼ cup minced cilantroSea salt to tasteInstructions Wa...

09/01/2026

This is a review of my book Battling Cancer.

Hello Wally –

Thanks so much for your help and here are my thoughts on your fabulous book:

“Battling Cancer has some great strategies for beating cancer. I know because I used these strategies to heal stage 3 breast cancer without surgery, chemo or radiation. One great feature of this comprehensive reference book is that you don’t have to read the whole book—especially when you are so tired you can’t think. It is easy to look up just the answers you are looking for. And if that doesn’t work, you can call Wally. He has easily understandable answers for you! I highly recommend this book for the person who is looking for clear cancer strategies and reference material all in one place..”

Thanks again for the wonderful book---it is SO helpful!

Cancer is a devastating diagnosis that affects millions of lives worldwide. The journey through prevention, treatment, and healing can be overwhelming, but as believers, we know that God has provided wisdom and guidance to navigate even the toughest challenges. Battling Cancer: Choosing Faith Ove...

08/27/2026

If you have a sweet tooth and are looking for a sweet treat, dates are a great choice! They are also a superfood!

This may surprise you.

Although dates are naturally sweet, research suggests they may not cause the dramatic blood sugar spikes many expect.

Their fiber, polyphenols, and relatively low-to-moderate glycemic index help slow glucose absorption.

A 2023 narrative review found that moderate date consumption generally did not worsen blood glucose control or body weight in people with type 2 diabetes. Some studies also reported improvements in total and LDL cholesterol. The authors noted that more high-quality, long-term studies are needed. (⁠PubMed)

A 2021 meta-analysis likewise concluded that eating dates reduced fasting and post-meal blood glucose without significantly affecting HbA1c, suggesting that moderate consumption can fit into many diabetes meal plans. (⁠PubMed Central (PMC))

Nature’s Candy with Remarkable Health Benefits“He makes grass grow for the cattle, and plants for people to cultivate—bringing forth food from the earth.” — Psalm 104:14 (NIV)When people think of dates, they often think of a fruit that is “too sweet” to be healthy. While dates are natu...

08/22/2026

Have you ever considered how powerful your thoughts and emotions are? Your thoughts literally shape your health and your path.
How Our Thoughts, Feelings, Prayer, and Scripture Influence Our Health
“A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.” — Proverbs 17:22 (ESV)
For centuries, Scripture has taught that our emotional and spiritual lives influence our physical well-being. Only in the last few decades has modern science begun to uncover the remarkable biological mechanisms behind this truth.
Our emotions are not merely feelings that exist in our minds. Every thought, fearful moment, joyful experience, and act of gratitude creates measurable biochemical changes throughout the body. Scientists now recognize that emotions influence hormones, neurotransmitters, immune signaling molecules, inflammatory cytokines, and even gene expression.
This fascinating field of study helps explain why chronic stress contributes to disease while hope, joy, gratitude, loving relationships, and spiritual practices often support healing.

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https://wellnesswithwally.com/the-molecules-of-emotion/

08/06/2026

Nature’s Hidden Defenders for Heart, Brain, Gut, and Longevity

When most people think about healthy eating, they think of protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Yet one of the most powerful groups of compounds in our food receives far less attention—polyphenols.

Polyphenols are natural plant compounds that give many fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices, tea, coffee, cocoa, and extra virgin olive oil their vibrant colors, distinctive flavors, and remarkable health benefits. Scientists have identified more than 8,000 different polyphenols, and research continues to reveal their profound role in protecting us from chronic disease.

Unlike vitamins, polyphenols don’t prevent deficiency diseases. Instead, they work quietly behind the scenes, reducing inflammation, neutralizing harmful free radicals, supporting our gut microbiome, improving blood vessel function, and influencing genes involved in healthy aging.

The best part? They’re found in many of the delicious whole foods God created for us to enjoy.

Nature’s Hidden Defenders for Heart, Brain, Gut, and Longevity When most people think about healthy eating, they think of protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Yet one of the most powerful groups of compounds in our food receives far less attention—polyphenols.Polyphenols are natural plant com...

07/30/2026

Prayer is powerful! The encouraging news is that modern science is beginning to validate what believers have long understood: an active prayer life and vibrant faith are linked to meaningful improvements in emotional, mental, and even physical health.

Ask Jesus into your heart and let Jesus guide your life!

The Power of Prayer: God’s Design for Healing the Body, Mind, and Spirit“The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” — James 5:16From the beginning of time, people have turned to God in prayer during seasons of joy, uncertainty, illness, and grief. For Christians, prayer is ...

07/09/2026

My new book is now available. If you want to change your health or that of a loved one, this is the book for you.

YOUR JOURNEY TO VIBRANT HEALTH BEGINS HERE
A Crisis of Health in Modern Life
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f you're reading this book, chances are you've noticed something changing in your body. Perhaps you're in your late thirties, forties, fifties, or beyond, and you're experiencing:

• Persistent fatigue that coffee can't fix
• Weight that won't budge despite your efforts
• Brain fog that makes you feel like you're losing your edge
• Digestive issues that disrupt your daily life
• Sleep problems that leave you exhausted
• Hormonal changes that affect your mood, energy, and vitality
• A nagging sense that you're not functioning at your best

You're not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, 2023), over 60% of American adults live with at least one chronic disease, and 40% have two or more.

More alarming, these conditions are affecting people at younger ages than ever before, with metabolic dysfunction, hormonal imbalances, and chronic inflammation beginning in the thirties and forties rather than later decades (Collaboration, 2020).

But here's the truth that the healthcare system doesn't always tell you:

Most of these conditions are not inevitable parts of aging. They are the result of lifestyle factors that you have the power to change.

YOUR JOURNEY TO VIBRANT HEALTH BEGINS HERE A Crisis of Health in Modern Life If you're reading this book, chances are you've noticed something changing in your body. Perhaps