The link between diet and health is unquestionable. Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States. According to Mayo Clinic: “Glaucoma is not just one eye disease, but a group of eye conditions resulting in optic nerve damage, which may cause loss of vision. Abnormally […]
Breastfeeding is the best source of nutrition for infants, hands down. It is the perfect blend of vitamins, proteins, and healthy fats, all designed to help your baby grow. Research has shown that breastfeeding can help develop the immune systems of infants as well. Many major medical institutes, including the […]
It is important to stay up to date on the latest health news and public health concerns. The World Health Organization (WHO) recently declared the Zika virus as a public health emergency of international concern. As recently reported by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Here are 5 […]
The year 2015 was a year of big changes at Chipotle. Earlier in the year, they announced that they would be changing the recipe of their tortillas from 64 ingredients to simple well known ones like water, whole wheat flour, oil, and salt. They also announced in a press release […]
University of California-San Diego (UCSD) researchers recently found that e-cigarettes poison the lungs and weaken the immune system We have all heard before how detrimental smoking is to our health. Years of research have shown that cigarettes are one of the most dangerous products that humans consume, if not the […]
It is important to be aware of the latest news on food products so you and your loved ones can be safe. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): [boxListeriosis, a serious infection usually caused by eating food contaminated with the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes, is an important […]
Coffee is a huge part of the American lifestyle, and has lately been the subject of exciting health research. Scientists are just beginning to understand the health benefits of coffee. Studies have even linked coffee to improved survival rates in colon cancer patients, prevention of clogged arteries, and so much […]
The gut, also called the gastrointestinal tract is the stomach and the intestines. They are the crucial parts of our digestive systems. 80 percent of our immune system is located in your digestive system. A healthy gut is key if you want to maintain optimal health. Fermented foods are essential […]
