Dr. Flava The Wellness Foodie Pharmacist

Dr. Flava The Wellness Foodie Pharmacist Pharmacist of 20 years helping you rediscover health begins in the kitchen. CEO of DR FLAVA SPICES®️, perfect healthy ends made with Less Salt & More Flava!

08/15/2026

All I wanted was seafood for my birthday

I’ve been cooking since I was 6 years old, so getting in the kitchen has always been my happy place. Give me some shrimp, crab claws, good seasoning, and a little music, and I’m good! 😂

Birthday seafood made by yours truly, because sometimes the best birthday dinner is the one you make exactly how you want it.

Yummers❤️

Chapter 46. 💕Today, I’m celebrating life, growth, grace, and becoming.Living healthy and whole is truly a journey, and I...
08/14/2026

Chapter 46. 💕

Today, I’m celebrating life, growth, grace, and becoming.

Living healthy and whole is truly a journey, and I’m grateful for the way God continues to guide my steps, shape my purpose, and grow me into the woman He created me to be.

This season, I’m choosing to live more intentionally, protect my peace, embrace joy, prioritize my health, and trust God with what comes next.

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” Proverbs 3:5 to 6

I’m thankful for how far God has brought me and excited for what is still ahead.

More intentional.
More joyful.
More whole.
And still bringing the FLAVA. 💕✨

Happy Birthday to me! 🥳🎂

07/29/2026

🤔 How much butter do you think I used to make these rich, garlicky crab claws?

Would you believe it was only 1 tablespoon?

I prefer real butter over butter substitutes, but making heart conscious choices does not mean giving up the foods you enjoy.

I started these crab claws with olive oil, fresh garlic, parsley, and DR FLAVA SPICES® NOLA Twist and Creole Delight. I also added water to create that delicious, juicy sauce without pouring in more butter or oil.

Here is the secret. The olive oil and butter create richness and help carry the flavor, but the water adds volume and gives you all that juicy goodness you see in the pan. I finished everything with just 1 tablespoon of real butter for that rich, buttery taste.

When high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease are part of your family history, small choices in the kitchen matter. It is not always about removing the foods you love. Sometimes, it is about using less fat, choosing healthier fats more often, and adding plenty of FLAVA.

That is how you enjoy your food while still honoring your health.

Would you try these crab claws with a healthier twist?

Wait... where does Cyclospora even come from?That was my question too.✅️Everyone is talking about what not to eat, but v...
07/17/2026

Wait... where does Cyclospora even come from?
That was my question too.
✅️Everyone is talking about what not to eat, but very few people are explaining how this parasite gets on our food in the first place.

Here's what you should know.👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾
It's a microscopic parasite that causes an intestinal illness called cyclosporiasis.

❓️Where does it come from?
An infected person passes the parasite in their stool. If human waste contaminates irrigation water, soil, or water used to wash produce, the parasite can end up on fruits and vegetables.

How does produce become contaminated?
Contamination can happen at several points before food reaches your plate:
• During growing through contaminated irrigation water
• Through contaminated soil
• During harvesting if proper sanitation is not followed
• During processing or washing with contaminated water
• During handling and packaging before it reaches the grocery store

It does not naturally grow on fruits and vegetables. It gets there through contamination somewhere along the farm to table journey.

Foods linked to previous outbreaks 🥗
• Bagged salad mixes
• Leafy greens
• Cilantro
• Fresh basil
• Raspberries
• Snow peas

Can I wash it off?
Washing produce under running water is always recommended, but it may not completely remove the parasite because the parasite is microscopic.
For vegetables that can be cooked, heating them to at least 158°F (70°C) is the most effective way to kill the parasite.

What can you do?
✔ Stay up to date with FDA and CDC food safety alerts.
✔ Discard the outer leaves of leafy greens when possible.
✔ Prevent cross contamination by cleaning cutting boards, knives, countertops, and your hands.
✔ Cook vegetables when appropriate. Heat is the most effective way to rid the parasite.

Dr. Flava The Wellness Foodie Pharmacist

Sources cdc used usda

07/16/2026

🥦 Don't let fear of cyclosporiasis stop you from eating one of the healthiest foods on your plate. Let the facts guide your choices.

One of my favorite ways to get more vegetables in is with a colorful stir fry. It's quick, flavorful, and one of the easiest ways to increase your daily fiber intake.

As a pharmacist, I've had people ask if they should avoid vegetables because of the recent concerns about cyclosporiasis. The answer is no. Instead, prepare them safely.

👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾
Here are a few facts:

Wash all fresh produce under running water. While washing is important, it does not reliably remove or kill the Cyclospora parasite.

Cooking vegetables to 158°F (70°C) or higher can kill the parasite, making stir fries, soups, steamed vegetables, and roasted vegetables great options.

Now let's talk about fiber, because that's the real win.

Fiber helps you:
✔ Stay fuller longer, which may help reduce overeating
✔ Support a healthy gut by feeding the beneficial bacteria that play a role in digestion, immunity, and overall health.
✔ Slow the absorption of sugar, helping with blood sugar management.
✔ Support heart health by helping lower LDL cholesterol. ✔ Promote regular bowel movements and digestive health.

The best part? Cooking vegetables does not remove their fiber. While some vitamins may decrease with cooking, the fiber remains, so you still get many of the benefits.
Don't let fear replace healthy habits.

Stay informed, prepare your food safely, and keep filling your plate with colorful vegetables. Your body and your gut will thank you.

Dr. Flava The Wellness Foodie Pharmacist

07/02/2026

"We got food at home."

Yes... but THIS is the food at home I'm talking about.

Restaurant quality.
Heart healthy.
Packed with flavor.
Ready in about 30 minutes.

Tonight's menu:
Herb crusted air fried salmon
Garlic herb broccoli
Roasted carrots
Creamy boiled potatoes

The secret is flavor layering.

I combined my Garlic Herb, Creole Delight, and Original Everything blends with fresh thyme, dill, and just a pinch of cayenne to build bold flavor in every bite.

For the two pound salmon, I used just 1/2 teaspoon of Pepper House Gourmet as a binder before adding the seasoning blend. The salmon cooked on the air fry setting at 400 degrees for 25 minutes, and it came out perfectly flaky.

For the vegetables, I blanched the broccoli and carrots in the same salted water I used to boil the potatoes. That simple step keeps them tender and flavorful, so you don't need butter, cream, or heavy sauces.

Healthy eating isn't about eating less. It's about eating smarter with ingredients that bring flavor to your plate.

This is exactly what I mean when I say, "We got food at home." Now that's a meal worth staying home for.

Would you make this for dinner?

06/26/2026

Can you guess how many pictures I took before I finally posted this one? 😂

Drop your guess below!

Truth is, we all want the "perfect" picture. But this season, I'm learning that showing up matters more than looking perfect.

Today's win wasn't the picture.

She worked out. 💪🏾

Every workout is another step toward being healthy and whole.

Healthy and whole,
Dr. Flava Wellness Foodie Pharmacist

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