Lentils – Protein staple for plant-based diets

Lentils have gained popularity as a non-meat protein option to meet dietary needs of vegetarians and vegans. They’re made up of 25% protein. The name comes from their “lens” shape. In stores they’re sold without the husk on them and are typically inexpensive. Cananda has the largest production of lentils and they’re a staple food

Mahashivratri Celebrations Around The World: Diversity In Devotion

Festivals and traditions in India can be experienced across the year. A nation rich in diverse cultural heritage, each festival comes with its traditions and rituals followed by the communities.                   One of the most widely celebrated and significant festivals in Hinduism is Mahashivratri. Translating to the ‘Great Night of Shiva’, this festival marks the marriage

Grapefruit – Citrus packed benefits

As part of the citrus family, grapefruit ranks high amongst others in its list of health benefits. Some describe the taste as sweet, while others might call it tart. The typical, medium-sized grapefruit has only 52 calories and 13 carbohydrates which is low compared to other fruits. For example, a medium-sized banana has 30 carbohydrates.

Psoriasis – When our skin becomes a burden

Our skin is our outermost layer that serves to protect us. We expose our skin to so many environments day in and day out. Our skin is also something that is visible to ourselves and others, so we tend to want to take care of it in leu of how we see ourselves and what

Who are the worst drug pushers?

The American medical profession, made up of the Doctor-Hospital-Big Pharma-commercial industry complex, is the largest pusher of poison chemical drugs in the world. Roughly 90 percent of American medical doctors are poisoners and murderers and certainly not healers. Millions of Americans become ill, suffer and die from the deadly adverse reactions of these poison chemical

The Necessity of Natural Remedies: A Response to Growing Drug Shortages

In an era where drug shortages are a cause for concern, there’s a rising problem of finding more sustainable alternatives to the pharmaceutical industry’s standard medications. As CVS, Walgreens, and your local mom-and-pop pharmacies struggle to keep up with demand, the conversation shifts toward the importance of integrating natural remedies into our healthcare routines. As

Hemp Seeds – Tiny seeds with big benefits

The hemp plant is a species of cannabis, but it is not the same as marijuana and contains very little, if any THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol). The truth is that hemp seeds are actually part of a healthy diet because they contain protein and health fats. They are packed with nutrients, but calories counters be ware because

Breast Cancer Index® and Forecasting Risk of Recurrence

If you were recently diagnosed with early-stage hormone receptor-positive (hormone-positive or HR+) breast cancer, understanding the Breast Cancer Index® test can help you and your cancer care team determine if extending hormonal therapy for five additional years (a sum of ten years) would be beneficial. This unique, proprietary genomic test analyzes the activity of eleven

How Celebrations Keep the Doctor Away

Some of us know at least one person who’s always looking for a reason to party. Perhaps it’s a friend, family member, co-worker, former schoolmate, or some guy at the gym. Whether it’s a holiday, someone’s birthday, or simply surviving the long workweek, they always look forward to painting the town red. As it turns

Can the intelligence override the tongue?

Can the intelligence override the tongue? To get a grip on why a plant-based diet is powerful medicine, you’ll need to understand that plant foods are the most abundant sources of nutrition on the planet. Nutrients are the raw materials your body needs to function properly and there are two classes: The ones the body