Vibrantly green and undeniably fresh, cilantro is a herb that packs a powerful punch both in flavor and in health benefits. Whether you prefer it in Thai food, fresh salsa, or another way altogether, cilantro should be a regular part of your diet. It’s detoxifying and an antioxidant, lowers anxiety, strengthens bones, and provides several […]
We are all guilty of ignoring the subtle, and sometimes not so subtle ways that our body’s tell us that something is out of whack. When we are busy, it is easy to brush off an occasional headache, muscle pain or even more severe issues like chronic allergies or constipation. What is important to understand […]
We’re all aware that sugar can have negative health effects. It can cause weight gain, obesity, and pave the way for diabetes and fatty liver disease. Consuming too much sugar can also have an undesirable impact on your hormonal balance. It can raise your cholesterol and contribute to heart disease. Because it releases dopamine in […]
Our modern lifestyles are making us sick, especially in terms of what we’re putting in our mouths. Combine that with high levels of stress, little sleep and a lack of physical activity, and we’re left with a population whose health is paying the price. At this point in time, do you personally know anyone with […]
According to a new study, taking antibiotics on a regular basis could increase your chances of developing type 2 diabetes. Danish researchers investigated the link in a study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. The researchers found that study participants who had taken more antibiotics leading up to the study were more […]
Dried fruits sometimes get a bad reputation due to the fact that some have a high concentration of natural sugars, as well as the processing that some varieties go through. While you do have to be careful which ones you choose, and how many you eat, many dried fruits can provide phenomenal benefits for your […]
Did you know that there is one natural remedy that can protect against every leading cause of death in Western countries? It’s time for a new go-to remedy to join the ranks of coconut oil, raw honey, and apple cider vinegar. Cayenne pepper has so many amazing benefits; it has the potential to fight chronic […]
It appears that one of the veggies many of us may turn our noses up at just might be the “it” veggie of the year. Studies are showing that the humble okra is incredibly rich in nutritional properties, and may help prevent diabetes, heart disease, and even weight gain. However, before you fry up some […]
If you’ve been staying on top of natural health trends, you may have heard of black seed oil. This multipurpose oil has a time-tested reputation for treating many health issues and ailments. Black seed hails from Nigella sativa, a flowering shrub that grows abundantly in the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and parts of Asia. The […]
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 […]
