A probiotic is a food or a pill containing live “good” bacteria. Your gut comprises hundreds of types of bacteria that all breakdown food. However, eating processed food or refined sugars can feed “bad” bacteria in your intestine and disrupt the balance of your microbiome. The probiotic contains new “good”Continue Reading
I love chocolate! I never thought of chocolate as a health food but that is what the science says Dark chocolate is full of healthy minerals and micronutrients Not all chocolates are the same The least processed chocolates, chocolates withoutContinue Reading
Your smile is your greatest asset. It can be affected by gum disease, bad breath, and inflamed or bleeding gums. Gum disease can lead to more serious dental problems. Gingivitis, the first stage of periodontal diseases, is called gingivitis. This is when the gums and bone that support the teethContinue Reading
Pernicious anemia is a type of anemia that used to be deadly Pernicious, means deadly, this type of anemia was deadly due to the lack of available treatment Nowadays it is very well treated with B12 shots Anemia is when the body does not haveContinue Reading
Caffeine can be found in coffee, cocoa beans, and tea leaves Caffeine can also be found in some over the counter and prescription medications Foods that contain caffeine are chocolate, coffee ice cream, kola nuts, tiramisu, and some types ofContinue Reading
Avocados have typically been thought of as a great fat to eat as well as a good source of antioxidants. Avocados however aren’t that great when compared to other fruits. Avocados contain a lot of fat, and while it is the healthy fat you still need to pair it withContinue Reading
Rooibos tea is gaining popularity for its health benefits and delicious taste. It has been enjoyed throughout the world, having been consumed in southern Africa for centuries. It is a delicious, caffeine-free substitute for black and green tea. Advocates praise rooibos because of its potential health benefits. They claim thatContinue Reading
Sweets are one of the hardest things to stay away from Adults and children are both tempted by them Having the craving though for sugar is not always just a want, but sometimes something your body is telling you that you are missing in yourContinue Reading
There are many different kinds of green drinks that you can make that taste great. The Green Giant drink is a mix of different kinds of super foods that can help improve your energy levels and boost immune function. Some of the ingredients in the drink are bee pollen, chiaContinue Reading
An elderberry is a berry like fruit from the elder plant which is part of the honeysuckle family and can be a tree or a shrub Traditionally this berry was used in making wine or jellies Hippocrates who was considered the Father of MedicineContinue Reading
Daily Value vs. Daily Value % Let’s first look at how Daily Value (DV) and Percent Daily Value (%DV) interact. The DVs are the recommended daily intakes of nutrients. The %DV indicates how much a nutrient is in a single portion of a packaged food or dietary supplement to yourContinue Reading
What is Pink Himalayan Salt? Pink Himalayan salt, is a salt that’s naturally pink and mined near the Himalayas of Pakistan. Many people claim it is rich in minerals and has incredible health benefits. Pink Himalayan salt is thought to be healthier than regular table salt. However, there is veryContinue Reading
Hair loss can be quite startling if you start to notice more hair on your hairbrush, or on the floor of the shower Hair loss can be temporary or permanent Hair loss affects both men and women There are lots of things that can cause you to haveContinue Reading
Inflammation in the body is somewhat in your control Inflammation is the body’s natural response to the immune system It is part of the process of healing, by helping the body fight illness and protect the body from harm Chronic inflammationContinue Reading
Egg allergies are the second most common allergy in children Approximately 13% of children in the United States have an egg allergy The good news is about 80% of these children will outgrow this allergy as their digestive system matures WithContinue Reading
Proteins are busy molecules. They are involved with almost every biological function in the human body. Protein makes up the cell walls of our organs, skin, bones, muscles, blood and tissue, giving support and structure to those vital elements. Protein provides the energy for our metabolism and the building ofContinue Reading
The pandemic has allowed millions of Americans to work from home for the first time. This new approach to work has changed the way many people live their lives. For one, more people are eating breakfast. Eliminating a morning commute freed up a large chunk of time for remote workers,Continue Reading
When you think about protein shakes, you probably picture huge bodybuilders. But protein shakes can be beneficial to everyone; men and women included. When combined with a diet full of lean protein sources, vegetables, fruits, and healthy carbs, protein shakes can help you gain greater results for a wide rangeContinue Reading
An unprecedented pandemic has ravaged the global economy and led to a series of sweeping changes, including more work-from-home orders. While working from home has helped slow the spread of COVID-19, it comes with its fair share of drawbacks, including the temptation to overdo your food intake. Here are aContinue Reading
Whoever first coined the phrase “gut feeling” almost certainly had no idea how apt the term would prove to be. People have long known that strong emotional feelings can cause physical sensations in the stomach and intestines. Only in the last two decades or so has medical science probed whyContinue Reading