Our parents have told us since we were kids about how good carrots and carrot juice are for our health. Indeed they are. Carrots have long been known for their great nutritional content and health benefits. Let’s take a closer look at the health benefits of carrots. A good source […]
Here is the truth on 8 common foods and the recommended alternatives: 1. The Pink Slime: It is often called “lean finely textured beef” (LFTB) and “boneless lean beef trimmings” (BLBT). In reality it is a mixture of waste meat and fatty parts from quality cuts of beef. It is often treated with […]
Beets come in a variety of colors, from red, white to gold. They are a root vegetable, much like carrots, and have a sweet flavor. Let’s take a look at the health benefits of beets. Anti-inflammatory: The phytonutrients in beets have shown anti-inflammatory properties. Three specific compounds betanin, isobetanin, and […]
Turmeric, also known as the “Indian solid gold” gets its nickname not only because of its gold color, but for the fact that it is worth its weight in gold when it comes to health benefits. Turmeric remains one the most researched plants in the world. Its medicinal properties have been […]
The word is out, nutritionists, health experts, doctors and chefs are all recommending kale as a vegetable of choice. Kale is part of the cruciferous vegetable family and is a true champion when it comes to its nutritional values. This raw kale slaw recipe will make a great addition to […]
Whole foods come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors. The colors of the foods we eat can actually be significant, and can sometimes be used as general guidelines on the benefits that they provide. Here are some highly nutritional white foods and and the health benefits they provide: […]
The healing properties of activated charcoal. It is a natural substance that is carbon based. It has been used for its health benefits of healing properties for over three millenniums. Activated carbon is a type of charcoal that has the ability to bind harmful substances from water and remove them. […]
The sweet, exotic lychee fruit hails from China. It is a heart shaped fruit that must be peeled to reveal the tasty white flesh inside. Let’s look at the health benefits of lychee fruit: Breast cancer prevention: Lychee may be beneficial in preventing breast cancer. A study from China showed […]
