Eating yogurt is a delicious way to get your daily dose of dairy, and it’s packed with probiotics. However, if you’re tired of yogurt or simply seeking more health benefits, it’s time to try kefir, a fermented milk beverage that…
It’s no secret that green tea is ridiculously good for you. It’s been hailed as a health elixir for centuries, offering numerous benefits ranging from cancer prevention to insulin control. And if you eat healthily, you probably already include it…
If you’re not eating organic food, you may be ingesting a surprisingly large amount of toxins. Pesticide residues, antibiotics, and genetically modified (GMO) foods are among the questionable elements that are in our food supply. Protect yourself by knowing which…
Mussels may not always be the star of your shopping list, but they should be! Not only do they provide a plethora of health benefits, but they are also a sustainable and environmentally friendly food option. If you’re a man…
Summer is the ideal time for growing and enjoying fresh garden ingredients like tomatoes and basil. A simple and delicious way to use them together is to make a tomato basil pie. Using just a few ingredients, this mouth-watering dish…
If you haven’t heard yet, soy has been surrounded by conflicting information for quite some time. On one hand, there are those who argue that soy is harmful due to its isoflavones content which can mimic estrogen and cause hormonal…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a serious autoimmune condition that can occur at any age, causing joint stiffness, swelling, and pain. If left untreated, it can get worse over time and lead to severe disability. However, making simple dietary changes can…
Suffering from headaches and migraines is a common problem, and around 30 percent of them are believed to be triggered by certain foods. By identifying these food triggers, you may be able to alleviate or avoid these painful episodes. Here…
In part one of our series on the big fat myth, we uncovered the latest evidence about fat and debunked quite a few nutrition myths deeply ingrained in society. We now know that fat is not as harmful as previously…
Food cravings happen to the best of us. In fact, 97% of women and 68% of men say they crave specific foods. You might wonder if cravings are a sign that your body needs specific nutrients or if you’re lacking…
You might be shocked to learn that almost 50 percent of people have trouble metabolizing B vitamins like folate from the food they eat. The MTHFR gene abnormality (Methyl-Tetra-Hydro-Folate-Reductase) is associated with various chronic health conditions, so it’s essential to…
If you’ve ever spent time wandering through the countryside picking blackberries on a warm summer’s day, you know the joy that these sweet, juicy fruits can bring. Not only are they delicious, but they also contain a wealth of health…