Health Benefits of Sesame Seeds
Yvonne Voulgaris SmytheMost people probably dont think of sesame seeds as anything other than decoration on an assortment of baked breads, but these tiny seeds provide a multitude of nutritional goodies that our bodies use to feed cells and keep us healthy. The most common are white and black (although yellow and red exist as well), and while knowledge of their healing properties is relatively new to the modern,...
Read more...CategoriesNatural and Organic | Food and Nutrition | Nutrition | Healthy EatingImmune Boosters For Kids (And Adults)
Tara HantskeYour immune system is your bodys natural defense against illness and disease. Keeping your immune system healthy will ensure that your body will know exactly what to do when you are exposed to a cold, the flu, or other infections. It also knows exactly what to do if you catch that cold. The health of your immune system will determine your overall health, how often you get sick, and how wel...
Read more...CategoriesNatural and Organic | Eating Well | Nutrition | Healthy Eating | Health & Wellness | Health Concerns | Parenting | Pediatric NutritionBenefits Of Turmeric & Other Spices
Lisa TsakosNowadays, a variety of herbal remedies tinctures, supplements, lozenges, and others are found in most households; they arent yet as popular, but spices are gaining merit as wonderful and healing medicinal ingredients. A few common spices which are currently receiving a great deal of attention are cinnamon, ginger, and turmeric. Read on to learn the benefits of turmeric and more... Ci...
Read more...CategoriesHealthy Eating | NutritionMedicinal Mushrooms: The Fascinating Fungi
Nahid AmeenMedicinal mushrooms and their healing properties have fascinated me ever since I watched Paul Stamets speak on TED Talk. His topic was 6 ways mushrooms can save the world. His passion and excitement for these forest fungi got me excited, and I started reading, researching, taking them internally and looking for them on my herb walks. In this article I will touch upon some interesting facts...
Read more...CategoriesFood and Nutrition | Healthy EatingWhy Coconut Oil Is Good For You
Lisa TsakosSupermodel Miranda Kerr recently credited coconut oil as one of her beauty secrets, sending sales of the healthy oil soaring in the UK. The Victorias Secret angel says that she uses it daily in her cooking and applies it topically to her skin and hair. Her statements have North American doctors in, well, a Kerr-fuffle. You see, coconut oil is a saturated fat (92% saturated), and a...
Read more...CategoriesFood and Nutrition | Healthy EatingProtein For Vegetarians (Soup Recipe)
Lucia MahoneyTheres something invigorating about the change of seasons. It evokes a sense of renewal and new beginnings; a perfect time to shed some bad habits and introduce one of those new ones youve been meaning to get around to. I dont know if its because Im an October baby, but my favorite season is fall. Crisp morning air, vibrant outdoor colors, the serenity-inducing scent of the wood-burning fi...
Read more...CategoriesFood and Nutrition | Nutrition | Healthy EatingFresh Carrots Recipe
Paulette MillisYou hear so much about the health benefits of carrots so I thought I would give you some in depth information on their nutrition. Carrots are very low in calories, very high in vitamin A, and have a high water content. Carrots contain many phytochemicals: carotenoids, flavonoids, coumarins, sulforaphane, and phenolic acids. Carotenoids and flavonoids are anti-oxi...
Read more...CategoriesFood and Nutrition | Nutrition | Healthy EatingHow To Get More Fiber
Lucia MahoneyWhere do you get your fiber? You know you should be eating more of it, we hear it all the time. Its benefits are numerous and well-documented: it reduces your cholesterol, lowers your blood pressure, helps manage your weight, balances your blood sugar and keeps you regular. It can even boost your energy and give your skin that luminous glow. But how do you know if youre getting enough? And...
Read more...CategoriesFood and Nutrition | Healthy EatingSavvy Back To School Meal Planning
Naturally SavvyIts time to go back to school and parents are scrambling to find foods that their kids will eat (and not trade or throw away) at lunch and snack time. The name of the game is convenience food and snacks that can be packed with the least amount of fuss or muss. Companies put a lot of thought and effort into preparing (and marketing) tasty and convenient foods for childrens lunchboxes. Read...
Read more...CategoriesFood and Nutrition | Eating on the Run | Healthy Eating | Concious ParentingWhy Is Breakfast Important?
Lisa BatsonSo, I hate to tell you this, but your mother really is right. Breakfast actually is the most important meal of the day. And oddly enough, if there is one thing that tends to be a struggle with most clients I see, its definitely breakfast. So why do we find it so difficult to eat healthy (or at all) in the morning? Here are a couple reasons. Breakfast in the Western world is under-appre...
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My Favorite Superfoods
Lucia MahoneyThe other day a client asked me what I thought the 5 best foods were. My initial reaction was that there are no 5 best foods. So many whole foods offer ...
Read more...CategoriesNutrition | Healthy EatingSprout Your Health
Katrina BertolHave you ever wondered why sprouted foods are considered nutritional powerhouses? For starters, they come in a plethora of shapes and sizes, contain mor...
Read more...CategoriesNutrition | Healthy Eating | VeggiesPortion Control for Weight Control
Naturally SavvyYoure eating healthy meals and snacks and exercising regularly, so why isnt the extra weight coming off faster? Your portion sizes might be the reas...
Read more...CategoriesNutrition | Healthy Eating | Weight ManagementAcidic and Alkaline Foods
Lucia MahoneyIncreasingly, we hear the word balance being touted as an ideal we should be striving for. Work versus play, family time and me time, exercise and nutri...
Read more...CategoriesFood and Nutrition | Nutrition | Healthy Eating | Fitness and MovementShould I Go Gluten Free?
Lisa BatsonAlthough you may be noticing more and more gluten-free products in your health food and even grocery stores, most of us dont know the first thing abou...
Read more...CategoriesFood and Nutrition | Nutrition | Healthy EatingFermented Foods: Eat Your Probiotics!
Rachel HyndA probiotic is a friendly, live bacteria that is found in our intestinal ecosystem. In Greek, the term probiotic translates to mean promoting life. Ther...
Read more...CategoriesHealthy Eating | NutritionThe Truth About Trans Fats
Lisa TsakosTransfats are hidden in your foods, even in products claiming that they are trans fat-free! According to the FDA, a product containing less than 0.5...
Read more...CategoriesFood and Nutrition | Food Labels | Healthy EatingLighten Up This Summer
Sarah WalkerAs summer approaches, a curious mood comes across us. We want to shed off the warm cozy feelings we wrap ourselves in over the winter, and pull on the l...
Read more...CategoriesFood and Nutrition | Healthy Eating | Food and DrinkThe Soy Debate
Naturally SavvyBy Guest Author: Maxine Dee As the most popular and readily available non-animal milk alternative, soymilk is a favorite for vegans, the lactose-intolera...
Read more...CategoriesHealthy Eating | NutritionMushrooms
Doug CookI was recently at a vegetarian restaurant and reminded of the mushrooms humble status as, what many would say, an under-appreciated side attraction. In ...
Read more...CategoriesNutrition | Healthy Eating | VeggiesHow To Slim Down For Summer
RockIt Body Fitness ExpertsDo you love summer weather, but dread feeling self-conscious and uncomfortable when it is time to hit the beach? Start here with a positive mindset and ...
Read more...CategoriesWeight Management | Fitness and Movement | Health & Wellness | Healthy EatingNew Dietary Guidelines For Americans
Douglas “Duffy” MacKay, NDEvery five years the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Health and Human Services (HHS) jointly issue a report entitled Dietary Guidelines for Am...
Read more...CategoriesHealthy Eating | NutritionEating Right For The Seasons
Katrina BertolJust like we change our clothing for the season, we need to change our food too. Traditional healing systems such as Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese M...
Read more...CategoriesHealthy Eating | Food and Drink | Food and Nutrition12 Power Foods For Health
Paulette MillisQuestion: How can I have a more nutritious lifestyle this year? Answer: A great intention! How about focusing on one nutrient dense food each month?...
Read more...CategoriesDigestive Health | Healthy EatingCholesterol vs. Plant Sterols
Lisa TsakosCholesterol is a frustrating concern for many Americans. Its necessary for cell membranes, to produce hormones such as testosterone and estrogen, an...
Read more...CategoriesNutrition | Healthy EatingHealthy & Easy Meal Toppers
Naturally SavvyMost people have a repertoire of about a dozen most often eaten meals. If your mealtime is suffering from a lack of culinary creativity, infuse your favorite...
Read more...CategoriesHealthy Eating | Food and Drink | Food and NutritionTips To Balance Blood Sugar
Joanne CapanoA recent online news report announced that the number of Americans with diabetes could triple by the year 2050. According to the Centre for Disease Cont...
Read more...CategoriesFood and Nutrition | Healthy Eating | Health & Wellness | Health ConcernsGoing Green
Lisa TsakosThe color green denotes life, signifying growth, renewal, health, and Mother Nature. The word itself represents attitudes, emotions, and even social mov...
Read more...CategoriesNutrition | Healthy Eating | VeggiesEmbody Health And Beauty Over The Holidays
Shannon 'Shakaya' LeoneThe holidays are a beautiful time to exhale, relax and indulge a little. I believe that Marie Lloyds words still ring true: A little of what you fancy does y...
Read more...Spirulina: King of Raw Protein
Rachel HyndIn the raw food movement, the subject of adequate protein consumption is always up for debate. What is not up for debate though, is the current state ...
Read more...CategoriesLiving Raw Foods | Healthy Eating | Nutrition | Food and Drink | Food and NutritionTotal Health: Nutrition is Key
Harriet DiamondThe total health of a business depends on the smooth operation of all areas of the business. When one area breaks down, it affects the entire organization. T...
Read more...CategoriesHealthy EatingThe Importance of a Healthy Breakfast
RockIt Body Fitness ExpertsBreakfast! Its not just the most important meal of the day its actually my favorite meal of the day. Breakfast is the fuel that keeps our minds and bodies ru...
Read more...CategoriesHealthy EatingSummer Foods to Beat the Heat
Joy McCarthyStaying cooped up inside your air conditioned home to avoid melting may result in a serious case of cabin fever. The scorching summer heat can take a toll on...
Read more...CategoriesHealthy EatingIncrease Energy & Lose Weight This Summer
Paulette MillisDid you know there is a simple way to increase your energy for all of those fun summer activities? The path to a shrinking waistline and more energy is paved...
Read more...CategoriesHealthy EatingAcid & Alkaline Food Chart
Naturally SavvyHere is a quick reference guide to acid-forming vs alkaline-forming foods. A good rule of thumb is that most fruits and vegetables tend to be alkalinizing wh...
Read more...CategoriesHealthy EatingThe Real Cost of Fast Food
Lisa TsakosA fast-food meal may sound like a good deal, especially when you don’t have time to prepare breakfast or lunch. A comparison of cost vs. nutritional value, howe...
Read more...CategoriesHealthy EatingShow Your Love with a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle
Claire FountainAt the center of all those big bear hugs, warm hands, and pounding beats at the sign of first love is your heart of course! Keeping blood circulating and car...
Read more...CategoriesHealthy EatingSalad-bar Smarts: What to Pick and What to Skip
Joy McCarthyNavigating the salad bar can be as confusing as driving in a foreign country or it can be as easy as 1-2-3. Here are some simple tips for creating a delicious ...
Read more...CategoriesHealthy EatingEat Organics Without Breaking the Bank
Naturally SavvyIn the midst of a recession, people are always looking for ways to save money, and the luxuries are the first thing to go. Crossing organics off your grocery ...
Read more...CategoriesHealthy EatingCurb Your Cravings
Lisa TsakosThey're the downfall of many a weight-reducing diet and can transform a bad mood into a good one with a bite of a cookie or sip of coffee. Food cravings ar...
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