Food
Top 10 Immune-Boosting Foods
When you think about it, the health of your immune system determines not only your overall health but your quality of life too. When you have a strong, robust immune system, you can go about […]
Healthy Eating
Disease Management
How Do I Know If I Have A Nightshade Sensitivity?
What do tobacco, eggplants, and white potatoes have in common? They’re all nightshade crops. For an individual with nightshade sensitivities, the produce from these crops can cause serious problems. Nightshade crops are flowering plants. They […]
Food
Lentil, Squash, And Quinoa Soup
Lentil, squash, and quinoa soup is indeed a wholesome and nutritious dish that embodies the essence of comfort and health. This hearty soup also brings together a trio of nutrient-rich ingredients—lentils, squash, and quinoa—creating a […]
Disease Management
7 Awesome Health Benefits of Cinnamon
Cinnamon is one of the most popular spices in the culinary world. Current research indicates that it may also be among the healthiest foods on Earth. While reading up on cinnamon, we found that the […]
Anti-Inflammatory Diet
10 Best Foods to Help Relieve Arthritis Pain
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that between 2013 and 2015, an estimated 54.4 million U.S. adults (22.7 percent) annually were diagnosed with some form of arthritis. Including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout, […]
Food
The Science Behind a Macronutrient Balanced Diet
Carbohydrates, proteins and fats are considered macronutrients. Since it’s a simple way to keep track of nutrition requirements, many diets are based on these divisions. You’ve probably heard of the Atkins diet, which minimizes carbohydrates […]
Food
All About Nightshades: Healthy or Harmful?
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady released his book, The TB12 Method: How to Achieve a Lifetime of Sustained Peak Performance, in September 2017. The book delves into Brady’s diet and workout regimen, including insights […]
Food
Which Foods Should I Buy Organic?
There’s no getting around it. Organic foods are often more expensive than conventional foods. According to a 2015 Consumer Reports study comparing more than 100 organic and conventional foods, organic options were, on average, 47 […]
Anti-Inflammatory Diet
The 12 Best Foods to Ease Inflammation and Joint Pain
You already know that if you choose to eat a healthy diet, you’re more likely to live a longer, more active life than someone who fills up on unhealthy foods. However, researchers now think that […]
Food
Turmeric: The Healing Food
For naturopathic doctors, amateur herbalists and alternative healthcare practitioners, turmeric has long been known as a powerful tool in Mother Earth’s medicine cabinet. Recently, major universities, government agencies and nonprofit groups have been sponsoring further […]