There are so many reasons to eat asparagus. They are a great source of antioxidants like beta-carotene, vitamin E and vitamin C. Antioxidants help reduce the damage of free radicals, which are known to cause disease. Asparagus are also rich in B-vitamins, and anti-inflammatory compounds like asparanin A, sarsasapogenin, protodioscin, […]
Raw honey is one of nature’s most valuable treasures. As its name states, raw honey is not pasteurized, not filtered, unaltered, unprocessed, and harvested directly from the honeycomb to your pantry, courtesy of nature’s little honeybees. Besides being delicious, long lasting, and a healthier alternative to sugar or artificial sweeteners, […]
Peanut allergy is one of the most common food allergies. Peanuts can cause severe allergic reactions, which can be potentially fatal. It is advised that persons with peanut allergy must carry an epinephrine auto-injector to avoid anaphylactic shock. Make sure to read labels carefully if you have a peanut allergy. […]
Red blood cells are very important to overall health, as they carry fresh oxygen throughout the entire body. Oxygen is the most important nutrient for the body, and is more essential than even food and water to survive. The oxygen is what makes the blood red in color. Red blood […]
Excess sugar intake is linked to many health problems. Recent research has shown that high sugar intake can greatly increase heart disease risk, and a new MRI technique even confirmed that cancer cells feed on sugar. “A piece of fruit, or even a treat like ice cream, isn’t going to […]
Fruits and vegetables are nature’s health foods and medicine. Research has shown that eating fruits and veggies is key to longer life, may prevent stroke, and promote overall health. New research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that most Americans are still not eating enough fruits […]
Tomatoes are tangy and delicious fruits that are used in almost every cuisine around the world. One of the most popular ways to use tomatoes in the US is to make ketchup. While homemade, sugar free ketchup can be healthy when made with the proper ingredients, store bought brands like […]
Citrus fruits like orange and grapefruit have long been associated with health and well being, and for good reason. Citrus fruits are all great sources of vitamin C, which is believed to have potent immune boosting properties. It is also essential for creating collagen in bones, cartilage, muscle, and blood […]
