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11/18/2018 / By Zoey Sky

CONFIRMED: Vegetables are mankind’s most affordable source of vitamins and minerals needed for good health

An ideal diet includes a lot of fruits and vegetables to ensure overall health. However, according to a study, vegetables can also help provide food and nutrition security. Vegetable farming can even address rural poverty and unemployment. It’s a well-known fact that vegetables are nutritious. Vegetables contain potassium that can help manage healthy blood pressure. […]

11/16/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Here’s why wild-caught is better than farm-raised salmon: It has a more diverse nutritional profile

“Organic” salmon seems like the best choice for people who want to follow a healthy diet, especially since salmon is full of essential fatty acids and other nutrients. But is organic salmon better than wild salmon? Organically raised and farm-raised salmon vs. wild salmon Despite the fact that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) hasn’t yet approved the […]

10/30/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

It’s that easy: Just 3-4 portions of fruits and veggies a day can dramatically improve your health

Most people probably know that eating fruits and vegetables is vital for improving health, but how much does one have to eat? The Prospective Urban Rural Epidemiology (PURE) study, which was published in The Lancet, has suggested that eating three to four portions of fruits and vegetables every day can improve heart health and cut […]

10/25/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Avocados are a superfood you should be eating every day

The creamy and versatile avocado is a popular superfood for a reason. When eaten in moderate amounts, avocados can help keep your heart in good shape. Avocados contain unsaturated or “good” fats that can help boost cardiovascular health. Avocados also contain fiber and biologically active components of plants called phytochemicals that offer various health benefits. […]

08/09/2018 / By Janine Acero

Tomatoes are your best bet to prevent stomach cancer

Eating tomatoes may not only be good for your skin, but it may also help you prevent stomach cancer. According to a study published in the Journal of Cellular Physiology, tomato extracts can inhibit the growth of stomach cancer cells, which may be potentially useful in supporting conventional treatments. Stomach cancer is one of the most common types of […]

07/20/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Women can lower their risk of hearing loss 30% by following a healthy diet

It is reported that at least 48 million Americans suffer from hearing loss. However, according to a study, diet may have an influence on the risk of hearing loss. While earlier research has examined how specific nutrients affect this risk, the connection between overall diet and the risk of developing hearing loss remains unexplored. The link between […]

07/20/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Eat these foods to look younger (and feel great!)

This might seem strange, but an unhealthy diet could be the culprit behind signs of aging like fine lines and wrinkles on the face. The skin relies on two proteins, namely collagen and elastin, to maintain its firmness and elasticity. As people grow older, the body produces less collagen and elastin, causing the signs of skin aging. […]

07/16/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Chop your own vegetables: Cutting them just before eating releases enzymes that aid digestion

We all know that vegetables are good for our health, but did you know that there’s a way to boost the nutrients in leafy greens? According to Carly Feigan, a nutritionist based in New York and owner of Head to Health, “chopping vegetables before eating them boosts their nutrients.” Blending and pureeing might destroy the fiber in fruits […]

06/13/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Chia seeds: A nutritional powerhouse

Hailed by the Mesoamerican culture as grains sent by the heavens, chia seeds remain a highly respected alternative remedy for various health conditions. Its use in medicine is varied and its efficacy is further highlighted by the fact that you need not take a lot of it in order to receive its effects. Gram for […]

06/12/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Keep your heart healthy by eating more arugula, spinach, and beets

Vegetables like arugula, beets, and spinach are packed with nitrates, and consuming these leafy greens can help bring down blood pressure and boost the efficiency of the endothelial cells that line the inside of the heart and blood vessels. In an article in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, an Australian study shows that nitrate-rich vegetables […]

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