Note: Because Microwave popcorn can be very dangerous for you, we recommend replacing pop corn with organic farm nuts. They’re both healthier and tastier. If you have any question about this product, feel free to ask about it in the comments. Popcorn ‘nuked’ in those microwave bags with the shiny silver insides are a very popular …
Salt is an essential element of good health and it has historically been an significant part of human civilization. True salt has many trace minerals and elements that are vital for a well functioning body. Sadly, the bright white substance in most people salt shakers has been processed into something quite different. Here is why it’s …
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If you’re anything like me, I have no doubt you just read this title and thought: “Oh look, an excuse to eat chocolate!” The good news is, you’re right! Chocolate is the ultimate comfort food and dark chocolate (I’m talking the stuff that’s 75% cocoa and over) is one of the best sources of antioxidants …
Folate, also known as vitamin B9, is an essential nutrient in your diet. While synthetic folic acid is added to some processed foods, natural folate from the foods you eat is both safer and superior. Ahead are some of the many health benefits of folate, the best food sources and why it’s better to get …
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Green tea has long been considered a beverage with many health benefits. Matcha green tea however is a super strength version that is around 10 times more nutritionally dense than regular green tea. Delicious to drink, both energizing and relaxing at the same time and extremely high in antioxidants, here’s 3 great reasons to switch to …
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As your primary defense against dietary and environmental toxins, your liver is one of the most important organs in your body. Modern society, with its polluted air and chemically loaded food and drinks, can be particularly stressful on the liver. Milk thistle is a powerful herb with a proven ability to protect, detoxify and rejuvenate your …
We’re a strange bunch, us human beings: shuttling to and fro from this health trend to that, forever in search of the best means to prolonging our lives and living to the fullest with vim and vigor. So we try to eat our best: mouthfuls of fruits and veggies straight from the farm or as …
Olive oil has a long and rich history in many ancient cultures. Evidence of the use of olive oil has been found even before ancient Egyptian times; believe it or not, people in the Eastern Mediterranean regions have been using olive oil since around 6000 BC. Spain is the largest producer of olive oil with …
Over the past decade, herbal teas have grown significantly in popularity. Numerous large brand tea companies have designed their own range of herbal teas. One of the most popular is green tea. Claims of aiding weight loss are just one of the reasons so many people have turned their attention to green tea. However, there are many misconceptions …
Many people like their food and drinks sweetened. That won’t come as a surprise to anyone. There’s been a massive health cost though to our obsession with sweetness and the prevalence of sugar and other sweeteners in so much of what we eat and drink. Obesity has become commonplace, new diabetes cases are spiraling out …