Avocado oil, made from the pressing of the flesh of the avocadoes, is a great oil to have in your pantry, excellent for both culinary and cosmetic purposes. For instance, since it has a high smoking point, this oil is useful for high-temperature frying and grilling and women are just discovering how beneficial it can
While many studies have been undertaken to study the effects that many herbs have on the heart, lungs or colon, for instance, much less research has been done on herbs which help with kidney health. The need for this is great, however, as in the United States alone, over 20 million people suffer from chronic
You may not realize it but palm oil is one of the world’s most used vegetable oils. It is hiding in approximately 40-50% of common consumer products under the name vegetable oil. Palm oil can be found in baked goods, shampoo, cosmetics, toothpaste, and many household products. Although its structure is quite similar to coconut
People with a variety of chronic inflammatory conditions find that an alkaline diet can help them feel better from day to day. However, many do not know which foods are good to eat for this diet. Below are ten such foods that will help tip the body’s pH balance towards alkalinity. Almonds/Almond Milk Almonds are
Your headaches could be triggered by foods. Alcohol, chocolate, and caffeine have all been identified as headache triggers. There are a few classic foods that trigger headaches in many people, but is depend on the individuals. That’s why keeping a food diary to document your headaches is a good idea. Coffee Caffeine can cause headaches
Brown rice is a nutritious whole grain filled with nutrients that can help provide your body with a healthy dose of beneficial nutrients. The whole grain is tasty to pair with a side of lean meat and vegetables to create a healthy satisfying meal that will keep the stomach full and happy. Beneficial Nutrients in
It is that time of year again: the leaves are changing, the weather is getting cooler and Starbucks once more has rolled out a seasonal favorite: the Pumpkin Latte. This particular latte has been extremely popular over the years and is part of several other pumpkin-flavored treats that the company puts out in the autumn.
Protein is a vital building block of the body – our hair, nails and muscle tissue all require Protein. Here are 7 Warning Signs that you might not be getting enough: Swollen Eyes Protein deficiency can lower the amount of plasma protein you have in blood which can lead to a condition called Oedema. This
Most people realize how important their lungs are to overall health, not only providing oxygen needed by every cell in the body but also filtering out small blood clots from the veins and even providing cushioning for the heart. Yet even if someone does not smoke, exposure to air pollution, some medications or even trauma
by: Michael Edwards You don’t have to catch the next flu. With the right combination of supplements, in most cases, you can knock out, or radically lesson the severity of an infection. If an illness is caught early enough, even people who eat a lousy diet can treat it with the right supplements before they