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03/07/2019 / By Amy Goodrich

Learn how to identify magnesium deficiency, and what foods fix it

Magnesium — often called the master mineral — is involved in more than 300 metabolic processes in our bodies, including protein synthesis, calcium regulation, vitamin D absorption, blood glucose control, muscle and nerve function, and blood pressure regulation. Dr. Norman Shealy, a pioneer in pain medicine, even said that “every known illness is associated with […]

01/22/2019 / By Ellaine Castillo

Eating an avocado every day dramatically reduces your risk of metabolic syndrome

Avocado lovers are in for a treat. Researchers from Mashhad University of Medical Sciences in Iran found that eating this delicious superfood daily can significantly reduce a person’s risk of metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is a health condition characterized by elevated blood sugar and cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, and obesity. People who suffer from this condition […]

01/13/2019 / By Ellaine Castillo

Pineapples offer you enormous health benefits and can even help the body fight off chronic disease

On hot summer days, a lot of people look forward to eating sweet and juicy pineapples. However, even if it’s not yet summer, there are still plenty of reasons why you should enjoy this tropical fruit. Pineapples are packed with vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C, manganese, vitamin B6, copper, thiamine, folate, potassium, and magnesium. Aside from these, […]

12/09/2018 / By Zoey Sky

7 paleo foods that naturally lower your blood pressure

The condition called hypertension (high blood pressure) is prevalent in the U.S. and other developed countries. It doesn’t have any obvious symptoms, but this doesn’t make it any less dangerous. If you have hypertension, you must monitor your blood pressure closely to limit the damage your arteries. One way to do this is to eat Paleo […]

11/24/2018 / By Tracey Watson

Study: Women who eat lots of fruits and vegetables have a lower risk of breast cancer

Statistics indicate that breast cancer is the second most common cancer in American women. While death rates from this deadly disease have been steadily decreasing in most Western countries, a breast cancer diagnosis remains both terrifying and dangerous. Medical experts advise regular screening, lifestyle changes and a healthy diet as the best ways to reduce the […]

11/14/2018 / By Tracey Watson

Why everyone needs a little more flax in their diet

So many nutritionally-dense superfoods have been highlighted by natural health proponents in recent years, that it can be quite confusing to know which ones are really the most important and how to incorporate them into our daily diets. Not all superfoods are equal, however, and some offer more health benefits than others. One of the […]

11/03/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Another reason to eat African walnuts: They’re packed with antioxidants

Researchers continue to look for foods rich in natural antioxidants to be used for improving health and preventing diseases. Researchers from the University of Uyo and Rivers State University of Science and Technology in Nigeria found that the African walnut (Coula edulis Baill.), a plant abundant in Nigeria, is packed with antioxidants, which can be used in food […]

10/31/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Here’s why you should eat alfalfa microgreens, the “King of all Foods”

Small and unassuming, alfalfa (Medicago sativa) microgreens are chock-full of various vitamins, nutrients, and minerals. The alfalfa plant, which belongs to the legume family, is also considered an herb. While alfalfa is currently grown all over the world, it originally came from Central Asia and South Asia. People make use of its sprouts, leaves, and seeds. Alfalfa was […]

10/27/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Mangoes for digestive health: A compound found in the fruit was found to be effective against H. pylori

The next big thing in cancer treatment might just come from a fruit we all know — mangoes. A study published in the African Journal of Traditional, Complementary and Alternative Medicines revealed that mangiferin, a bioactive compound found in mangoes, may reduce the likelihood of gastric cancer induced by the bacteria Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). In their study […]

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. […]

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