A few years ago the pomegranate was THE super food. Circa 2007, researchers were continuously reporting new studies suggesting a diet rich in pomegranates could help heart health, arthritis, digestion, and even slow the aging process. Unfortunately, the mainstream media has moved on to the new IT superfoods such as kale, goji berries, and maca
Everywhere you turn there’s another diet or nutrition tip. But here’s an easy one. Add some coconut to your diet. Coconut oil can help aid in digestion relieve stress strengthen immunity combat high sugar levels maintain healthy skin and hair An average coconut has about 50% water 35% coconut oil 10% carbohydrates 3.5% protein One
Gingivitis, or gum disease, is a condition characterized by red, swollen or bleeding gums, consistent bad breath, receding gums and the loosening of the teeth. It is caused by a build-up of plaque along the gum lines and can be caused by changes in hormones, poor nutrition and oral hygiene habits, some medications and even
If you are concerned about eating healthy, but can’t afford to buy an all-organic diet: relax. While organic foods are great, there are some fruits and vegetables that have a low risk of pesticide or other chemical residues, even if they are grown conventionally. This means that you can buy the regularly raised products without
According to an article published in 2012 by Dr. Glenn Croston in Psychology Today, The fear of public speaking routinely ranks higher than the fear of death on self-reported inventories of fear and anxiety. This means that situational anxiety out ranks death! Another form of situational anxiety that seems to be pervasive is exam anxiety.
Falling sick can be a real downer for any child, and it can play spoilsport with their mood. But there is no reason for a child to hang around listlessly like it’s the end of the world. There are quite a few things you can do as a parent to make your child’s and your
Cheat Sheet for Diabetics Grains Carbohydrates special complex carbs are the most important source of energy for our bodies. The digestive system changes them into glucose, which is called blood sugar. Our body uses this sugar for energy for all cells, organs and tissues. The main source of complex carbs in diet are whole grain
Diverticulitis is another of the “civilized diseases.” While 30 percent of Americans suffer from the discomfort of diverticular disease, it is extremely rare in undeveloped nations living on a diet of unrefined foods and not subjected to the SAD (Standard American Diet). It has become increasingly obvious that out low-fiber diet of highly refined foods
Derived from many test trials and recreations of natural concoctions, these two homemade beauty recipes offer amazing alternatives to commercial products. You won’t find these recipes anywhere else! Natural Foundation Recipe Most commercial foundations and homemade recipes for foundation are either powdery, cakey, and/or unnaturally shimmery. Arrowroot powder is found in many homemade recipes. Arrowroot
While it’s well known that dark chocolate is the healthier option over milk chocolate, even dark chocolate can’t compare to pure raw cacao (pronounced ‘ka-cow’) when it comes to health. The processing and roasting of ‘regular’ chocolate, the stuff you find in the supermarket, causes the loss of many valuable nutrients and potent antioxidants. What