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11/23/2018 / By Earl Garcia

Amazonian tribe that lives on wild foods found to have vastly healthier arteries than even the most medicated westerner who pops “advanced” statin drugs

An active lifestyle and healthy diet remain the most potent protection against diseases, according to a study published in The Lancet. Researchers at the University of Mexico examined members of a remote South American tribe known as Tsimane people who live in the Bolivian Amazon. The experts visited 85 Tsimane villages between 2004 and 2005 […]

06/26/2018 / By Zoey Sky

One of the most nutritious green leafy vegetables, spinach is versatile and easy to incorporate into your diet

A nutritious leafy vegetable, spinach (Spinacia oleracea) grows annually. The leaves of this plant are fleshy and full of essential nutrients and phytochemicals. Native to southwest Asia (in the area of present-day Iran), spinach is now cultivated around the globe in temperate climate zones. California is the biggest spinach producer in the U.S., followed by Arizona and […]

05/13/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Kimchi is one of the most powerful probiotic foods you can eat

Kimchi, the spicy, salted and fermented vegetables staple in Korean cuisine, is so much more than a side dish. In a comprehensive review of 130 studies, researchers in Korea looked at its health benefits as a probiotic. Probiotics in general are the good bacteria populating the gut. The human gut has more than 400 strains […]

04/28/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Why aren’t more people eating a plant-based diet? It takes some getting used to

Switching to a plant-based diet is easier said than done, making it attractive for only a few people, according to an expert in plant-based nutrition. In the recent Nutrition in Medicine Conference, plant-based nutrition expert John Allman explained what hinders people from getting on board with the diet, as well as strategies to overcome these difficulties […]

04/22/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Eating nuts and seeds found to cut your risk of premature death by HALF

If you want to live longer, eat more nuts and seeds. According to a study, eating these foods rich in omega-6 fatty acids, cuts the risk of premature death by nearly half. The study, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, found that levels of the fatty acid omega-6, which can be found in […]

04/11/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

Why avocados are so good for you: boosts heart health, prevents cancer and more

Our ancestors knew about the benefits of avocado, one of the oldest food plants in Mexico. The natives of Mexico treated avocado as both a food and medicine. The Aztecs used avocado leaves, seed, seed oil, and fruit pulp treat various diseases. They made tea out of the leaves and took them as medicine for […]

03/10/2018 / By Janine Acero

Kiwi berry, the latest superfood: Nutrition information and health benefits

Diets rich in fruits (and vegetables) are considered to be the healthiest. The most common ones, such as bananas, apples and berries, are readily available on the market. However, there is a wide range of fruits out there that are yet to be discovered and investigated for their health benefits. The study below focused on one […]

12/04/2017 / By Ralph Flores

Program yourself: Eating an apple before shopping for groceries leads to far healthier food purchases

Walking down the aisle of the grocery can be a daunting task for anyone. For some people, it’s next to impossible to stay away from the snack bar — it’s like your feet are forced to go there! Did you ever wonder how to get away from that? Researchers at Cornell University may have found […]

11/02/2017 / By Michelle Simmons

A beginner’s guide to gardening: 10 Expert tips everyone must consider

Wanting to start gardening but don’t know how? Here are 10 expert tips that will help beginners be faster, cleaner, and more efficient at gardening. Make your own gardener’s portfolio – Create your own portfolio and keep track of your garden. Use a photo album or make a scrapbook of your garden. Every season, add your […]

05/26/2017 / By Bridgette Wilcox

Are you getting enough of these healthy foods?

Maintaining one’s health doesn’t have to involve complicated science. In fact, it can be as easy as eating — all the right food, that is. The list of things you can eat to boost your health is almost endless, but it’s important to remember that some food items are healthier than others. In a story on Independent.co.uk, […]

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