There is no denying that eating fruits and vegetables increases one’s health and immunity. They provide a combination of nutrients, vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals that are not typically found in your diet. They also help with detoxification, ridding the body of toxins.Continue Reading
Papayas are a common type of fruit that is often found in tropical areas. They offer a variety of health benefits to those who consume them. It is known for its high nutritious value. The botanical name of papaya is Carica papaya. You can eat the seeds, but they willContinue Reading
Vegetable oil consumption has increased a lot in the past 100 years. Mainstream health professionals tend to think vegetable oils are healthy, but they may actually cause some health problems.Continue Reading
Probiotics are live microorganisms, typically bacteria, which are believed to provide health benefits when consumed. The gut bacteria refers to the trillions of microbes that live in our digestive tracts, and the microbiome is the genetic material of all these microbes. Brooke Delfino, a dietitian and editor for HFG, discussesContinue Reading
Oregano is a herb that comes from the mint family. It has been used by people for thousands of years to improve the taste of their food and to address various health concerns. It features in the Mediterranean diet. The Greeks and Romans linked oregano to positive emotions like joyContinue Reading
Looking for salt at the grocery store has become much more than just grabbing one off the shelf There are so many options, pink Himalayan, sea salt, iodized salt, or other culinary salts It can be hard to distinguish what may be the best salt Continue Reading
Since curd is rich in probiotics, it is great for our overall well-being. Probiotic and nutritional foods like yogurt or curd (or dahi in India) have benefits for us and help keep our intestines healthy. They are also found to be amazing for digestion.Continue Reading
We’ve all struggled to stick to our resolutions in the past. When we’re thinking about our health during a pandemic, it may seem like setting a goal to be “super fit and a beacon of sobriety from here on in” is achievable. But when life goes back to normal andContinue Reading
Spirulina, which is blue-green algae that is usually found in powdered form, is now available in supermarkets, after only being available in health food stores. People have been eating algae for hundreds of years in different cultures, but it is only now becoming a popular health food in the United States.Continue Reading
Sensory integration therapy aims to help children or adults with sensory processing issues Sensory processing issues can happen in any of the sensory systems The systems are visual, auditory, tactile, olfactory, gustatory, vestibular,Continue Reading
The beginning of a new year is an ideal time to commence something anew, which may explain why so many individuals make New Year’s resolutions.Continue Reading
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder It is a condition that affects the way a person thinks, feels, and acts It is a lifelong condition that causes lifelong treatment There are many different symptoms Each person with schizophrenia may showContinue Reading
Acacia fiber is a new type of soluble dietary fiber that comes from acacia gum. In recent years, the popularity of Acacia fiber as a food ingredient has grown strongly, with Western Europe accounting for greater than 50% of new product launches due to its health benefits and functionality in foodsContinue Reading
Every American needs healthcare in a different way. Yet for too long, there were only a few ways patients could access care. For minor or routine issues, patients went to their primary care physician. For more acute or specialized care, they saw specialists in the hospital. Continue Reading
Medicines are part of some people’s daily routine Medications can do all kinds of good things such as, help lower blood pressure, cure infections, relieve pain, or prevent or control long-term conditions All medications have a chance of sideContinue Reading
The use of illicit drugs, tobacco and alcohol comes with risks. Studies have shown excessive drinking can affect liver health, the immune system and lead to certain kinds of cancer. Habitual smokers are at a higher risk of cancer, heart disease and several ailments within the respiratory system. Illicit drugContinue Reading
Adoption of emerging technology is a primary driver of rising healthcare spending in America. Healthcare providers are investing billions of dollars into 5G, cloud technology, and more. While these investments will bring higher quality care to more patients, the initial cost to adopt them is high. 4 in 5 healthcareContinue Reading
Myasthenia Gravis is a chronic autoimmune disorder There is no cure, but with treatment people with this disorder can live normal or nearly normal lives The goal of treatment is to relieve signs and symptoms of the disorder Myasthenia GravisContinue Reading
Cooking oils are a necessary ingredient in all kitchens, regardless of what country or type of cuisine. Every region of the world has one type of cooking oil which would be commonly available from the source of a plant found in that region. For example, people living near the oceanContinue Reading
Gut health is key to overall health. This is because the gut, which is also known as the gastrointestinal tract, is the organ system responsible for digesting the food we eat. The mouth, esophagus, stomach and intestines work together to extract energy and nutrients from food our body needs to thrive.Continue Reading