Do you have diabetes? Thirty million Americans have diabetes, and it’s estimated that millions more have prediabetes. Seniors are at an even higher risk of diabetes, and roughly 25 percent of older adults have diabetes according to Aging.com. If you’re … Continue reading →
We know there’s nothing like a good cup of your favorite OG beverage to provide you with an excellent source of antioxidants. After trying it out, there’s no wonder why Ganoderma is known as ‘The King of Herbs,’ and why … Continue reading →
A protein bar doesn’t have to taste like cardboard! Try this recipe & you’ll notice a significant difference than the ones you buy at your grocer!
Continue reading →Who knew that chocolate & coconut would give you energy?! These are great to eat & it doesn’t take much of them to pick you up when your energy’s running on empty!
Continue reading →Who doesn’t love a shake with chocolate in it? Don’t answer because that’s a redundant question! This is one of those recipes you’ll want to keep forever because it’s great no matter what time of year it is!
Continue reading →This smoothie really packs a punch! With all sorts of fruits & veggies in it you’re going to be energized all morning long!
Continue reading →In these days & times you need to stay active. You also need to be agile, in shape & thriving. By drinking this shake once a day, you’ll be all of that & more!
Continue reading →I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! How about a healthier version of ice cream? This one’s not just healthy it tastes absolutely delectable!
Continue reading →This tastes almost exactly like a traditional Philly Cheesesteak sandwich. Except there’s no bun which lowers the carb count!
Continue reading →Home remedies and homeopathic medicine have gained in popularity over the years as an alternative to prescription drugs. Many people are not aware that there are also home remedies available to lower your blood pressure. What is nice about a … Continue reading →
The US has seen an enormous increase in the number of people considered obese by the medical community. In fact many call it an obesity epidemic. To combat this, we find all sorts of pharmaceutical companies selling the “quick fix” … Continue reading →
Bad breath, also known as Halitosis in medical terminology, is an unpleasant odor that exits the mouth while breathing. This occurrence can be both embarrassing and troubling to many who suffer from the airborne nuisance. There are different types of … Continue reading →
Green Tea has long been valued in China for its contribution to good health. Popularity of green tea in the United States continues to grow, showing that green tea is a natural source of antioxidants. These antioxidants help protect the … Continue reading →
Vitamins and minerals can be absorbed by the body in a number of ways. They first enter our body through the food we eat. Secondly, we can take vitamin supplements to increase the amount of pertinent vitamins and minerals. There … Continue reading →
The “best” flu remedy seems to vary depending on who you talk to. Some people think that certain over-the counter-medications are the best way to get relief. Others feel homeopathic remedies work the best. Still others feel that only their … Continue reading →
Organic is wonderful! It is a way to get back to the Earth and the simple nutrients of life that have fueled the human body for millennia. One way to get those life-giving nutrients is through raw foods. Have you … Continue reading →
Age is more than a number. It has to do with the way that we feel about ourselves and how our bodies feel about us. One way to fight the aging game is with antioxidants. What are antioxidants? These substances … Continue reading →
Easter egg dying is a tradition in many households. It’s a fun and creative craft that the whole family can enjoy. And depending on how you cook your eggs, they can be enjoyed for days as both a decoration, a … Continue reading →
In an ideal world, our children would never be exposed to any sugary “fruit drinks” or packaged juices. But if yours have already developed a taste for sweet drinks, the easiest way to get them to begin drinking raw, fresh … Continue reading →
What is Kelp? Kelp is a type of seaweed or algae, sort of like the salad of the sea. It’s a mainstay in many East Asian diets and the health benefits cannot be overstated. We most commonly see kelp used … Continue reading →
Many people equate switching to a low carbohydrate (aka carb) diet with having to give up many of the foods that they love. That is hardly the case, often it just means having to be more creative when you cook. … Continue reading →
Every year, thousands of chemicals are poured into the environment and millions of gallons of water are needlessly wasted. How? By growing plants. Sure, most of this is done by large agricultural producers, but some of it is still done … Continue reading →
Salmon is one of the healthiest fish you can eat. There are many benefits to eating salmon, particularly wild salmon, although farmed salmon is what is usually available. Here are some great benefits to eating salmon: Salmon eating can help … Continue reading →
Juicing is here to stay, but it is an evolving science. It seems that the louder adherents and advocates of juicing become, the louder the naysayers and critics sound. There are some definite things you should—and should not—do if you … Continue reading →
Juicing provides us with so many wonderful nutrients from fruits and vegetables. Ironically though, because of the heavy use of pesticides in our conventional food supply, we need to remove peels and skins that harbor the most exciting, concentrated micro-nutrients. … Continue reading →
Skin is an organ. Whenever something is going on inside the body, it can show outwardly on our skin before we even are aware that there is a problem. But sometimes, our habits can be aging our skin far faster … Continue reading →
Although juicing requires equipment and large volumes of pricey fruits, vegetables, and leafy greens, there are sensible things that you can do to save time and money. Equipment The biggest and most obvious expense for most people is the juice … Continue reading →
Many experts attribute the large scale epidemic or obesity in the United States, where one-third of all adults are obese in large part to a steady increase over a prolonged period of time in the intake of unhealthy carbohydrates, which … Continue reading →
As we all get older we seem to lose that youthful glow that we once had. There are many factors fighting against us to keep our youthful looking skin including, sun, wind, the foods we eat or the lack of … Continue reading →
A number of Americans have put their hearts into lowering their cholesterol. Yet a recent American Heart Association survey found that many adults with high cholesterol still don’t realize that they have an increased risk of developing heart disease. According … Continue reading →
How many times have we brought food and then forgotten about it only to remember it because it begins to stink? At this point, you can’t do anything about it, but you can ensure that your food lasts longer and … Continue reading →
Commonly called ‘heartburn’, acid reflux disease is a condition in which the liquid content of the stomach regurgitates (backs up, or refluxes) into the esophagus. It’s annoying and painful. But you want to know the truth, the reflux of the … Continue reading →
To keep your fingernails healthy and good all the time you will have to work hard on them. While at home, you can use a nail file, which is available in different sizes, shapes and designs. To make your nails … Continue reading →
Your hair is your crowning glory. Look after it and it will shine for all the world to see. You don’t always need expensive treatments, or visits to a hair salon to manage your hair professionally. There’s so much you … Continue reading →
A heart attack is known as a myocardial infarction. This occurs when the heart muscle is damaged or does not receive enough oxygen. Many cardiac related problems occur due to blockages in arteries that carry purified blood away from the … Continue reading →
About 20% of adults experience excessive fatigue that impairs their ability to function well at work and at home. Some are able to bounce back after taking a short respite from work or by taking some medication. But there is … Continue reading →
Everyone experiences anxiety. In fact, being unable to do so can be a sign of a serious psychological problem. In our hazardous world, anxiety is a strategy the body uses to help the mind recognize danger and keep well out … Continue reading →
The Benefits of Green Tea Introduction There has been an influx of media coverage about the health benefits of green tea. Most green tea enthusiasts may base their opinions on green tea around their own experiences of the beverage. The … Continue reading →
Vitamin supplements are very important in prevention of unwanted health ailments that is partially caused by vitamin deficiencies. Many people today use vitamin supplements to make up for lost nutrients or the shortage of vitamins in their system. A shortage … Continue reading →
Healthy eating and physical fitness go together, but there are no magic foods that cause you to be one hundred percent healthy by just eating the one food. No, you need a variety of foods from each of these food … Continue reading →
There are many advantages to eating raw fruit and vegetables. Water-soluble vitamins (such as vitamin C) are destroyed by heating, so there will be less vitamin C in a cooked carrot than in a similar raw carrot. But for some … Continue reading →
It’s possible to learn how to better your health in only four steps and this article will show you how. Each step is a bite-sized nugget of healthy living information you can actually use. Step 1: Nutritional Supplements Nutritional supplements … Continue reading →
Garlic is nature’s gift to man. This natural ingredient has so many health benefits for the human body. Herbalists and naturopaths consider garlic as a miracle ingredient. With so many studies done on garlic, it was continuously proven to help … Continue reading →
Are you aware that what you feed your family on a daily basis affects their health? Since the family eats at home the majority of the time compared to eating at restaurants, you should be very aware of what you … Continue reading →
We all know that fruits and vegetables are essential parts of a healthy diet. The vitamins and nutrients from them helps make the body stronger and can boost the immune system. Each fruit and vegetable has its own natural properties … Continue reading →
One of the leading causes of childhood obesity is poor food choices. When faced with a decision between vegetables and a cookie, most children are going to choose the cookie. Admit it, sometimes even adults do the same thing! However, … Continue reading →
Carbonated beverages have been around for centuries. In fact, the first soda water was invented by an English clergyman named Joseph Priestly. He created the process of adding carbon dioxide to water in 1767. Soda water is of course the … Continue reading →
Have you had your lycopene today? If you ate a green salad with fresh chopped tomatoes, then you not only got a healthy dose of this powerful antioxidant, but you have also taken significant action toward lowering your blood pressure. … Continue reading →
You have no doubt heard of “gluten.” More and more products are labeled as such on the grocery shelves, and you probably know one or more people who are following a gluten-free diet. But what exactly is gluten anyway? It … Continue reading →
The body typically gets its fuel from dietary carbohydrates, which includes foods like rice, bread, pasta, and other grains, along with fruit, sugars, and vegetables. When carbohydrates, specifically starches and sugars enter the body they are broken down into glucose, … Continue reading →