Chamomile tea may lower thyroid cancer risk

Chamomile tea may lower thyroid cancer risk

Chamomile tea is well known for its relaxing and immune boosting benefits. It has a way of warming and soothing the soul during tough times. There are two types of chamomile: German and Roman. They both have benefits, but German kind is considered more potent and has been researched extensively. […]

by June 3, 2015
Foster Farms plans to eliminate antibiotics from chicken

Foster Farms plans to eliminate antibiotics from chicken

The wave of reduction of antibiotics in food continues, as one of the top U.S. chicken producers Foster Farms plans to eliminate antibiotics from chicken. The overuse of antibiotics is becoming an epidemic in the United States, as they are prescribed for almost everything. The issue with over consuming antibiotics […]

by June 2, 2015
France forces supermarkets to give unsold food to charity

France forces supermarkets to give unsold food to charity

Huge amounts of edible food are thrown away into landfills across the world. According to a United Nations report, one-third of the world’s produced food is wasted every year. However, one country is doing something to fix the problem: France forces supermarkets to give unsold food to charity. The National […]

by June 1, 2015
Chinese thunder god vine may treat obesity

Chinese thunder god vine may treat obesity

Thunder god vine is an herb and its leaves and root are used in traditional medicine. Thunder god vine is often used for rheumatoid arthritis (RA), heavy menstrual flows, and multiple sclerosis, fever, edema and chills to name a few. New research published in Cell has found that an extract […]

by May 30, 2015
Golden Turmeric butter giveaway

Golden Turmeric butter giveaway

By popular demand. The Golden Turmeric butter giveaway comes from Living Tree Community Foods (LTCF). The deliciously healthy Golden Turmeric Butter giveaway is an alive and organic product. This butter is ideal when spread on sliced apples, pears or celery. “Beginning with turmeric, we have added raisins, honey sesame and spices to bring you a delightful spreadable. Alive […]

by May 30, 2015
Omega-3s may reduce childhood behavioral problems

Omega-3s may reduce childhood behavioral problems

Omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids that are essential nutrients for our health. We need omega-3 fatty acids for controlling blood clotting and building cell membranes in the brain. Our body cannot make omega-3 fats, we must either supplement or get them through food. Food rich in omega-3 fatty […]

by May 29, 2015
McDonald’s to reduce ingredients in their chicken

McDonald’s to reduce ingredients in their chicken

There has been pressure lately from consumers on restaurants to deliver healthier foods with more wholesome ingredients. A press release was published stating the intentions of McDonald’s to reduce ingredients in their chicken. McDonald’s is introducing Artisan Grilled Chicken, which they state will be prepared in their restaurants. As written […]

by May 27, 2015
Coffee may reduce erectile dysfunction risk

Coffee may reduce erectile dysfunction risk

While coffee is the most popular morning beverage for boosting energy in the morning, studies now show that it may do more. New research from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston shows that coffee may reduce erectile dysfunction risk. Erectile dysfunction (ED) is becoming increasingly common. According […]

by May 26, 2015