Few sauces, soups, or salsas (to name just a few dishes) would be complete without the delicious taste of garlic. Garlic is a member of the lily family, and its use dates back thousands of years. It is thought to have been first cultivated and celebrated by the Ancient Egyptians. Not only is it yummy, […]
A mineral that is more powerful than most of us realize, magnesium controls a large amount of metabolic and enzymatic processes within our bodies all the time. This vital mineral plays a leading role in bone, mood, heart, blood, digestive, kidney, and overall neurological health. One of the most important roles it plays, however, is […]
Women have so many demands on their bodies and minds that any relief is a blessing. That is why you need to start taking these herbs to help increase your energy, cope with stress, balance your hormones, and so much more. Vitex for natural relief from your PMS woes Vitex is the fruit of the […]
Overeating? Many people vastly underestimate how many calories they consume in a day. Even if you believe you restrict your daily calorie consumption, you may be consuming more calories than you think due to one or more of these sneaky reasons for overeating. Have you ever made a statement like one of these? “I exercise […]
Food that you eat is processed into simple sugars, free fatty acids and amino acids. The nutrients are moved into the bloodstream where they are assimilated by organs, tissues, and other parts of the body to be used for the production of hormones, chemicals and fuel for your body’s systems. After eating, the nutrient level […]
Did you know that the healthiest foods in the world are actually highly affordable, simple foods that can be found in any supermarket? The most healthy foods you should be regularly eating are whole, simple foods. The most nutrient-dense, safe and healthy foods are whole and unprocessed. Incorporating these into your daily routine can help […]
Probiotic use in North America is expected to grow 6.9 percent from 2012 to 2020, according to Grand View Research. Regularly ingesting probiotic foods and supplements including kimchi, tempeh, kombucha, kefir, yogurt and miso can become expensive fast. What if I told you there is a cheaper, simpler way to support a healthy gut? Prebiotic […]
Joint pain and bone loss often go hand in hand, especially after 50. You might notice: more stiffness in the morning aches that linger longer joints that don’t feel as strong as they used to Many people assume this is just part of aging. But in some cases, what you eat every day can play […]
Coconut and cacao are two foods that offer incredible health benefits. These two saturated fats are not only plant-based (if that’s a concern), but they’re also high in antioxidants, minimally processed (most are raw), and they’re also incredibly satiating. These two butters come from the coconut plant and the cacao bean. They are two of […]
Many health-minded people, especially those interested in the paleo diet, argue that legumes should be avoided because they contain lectins and phytic acid. Lectins are proteins that bind to cell membranes. They’ve been shown to cause damage to the lining of the small intestine and to skeletal muscle, as well as interfere with the proper […]
