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Daily dark chocolate consumption may protect you from heart disease

Daily dark chocolate consumption may protect you from heart disease

Dark chocolate is quickly becoming a superfood. Organic extra dark chocolate (at least 70% cacao) is packed with nutrition. New research from England shows that up to 100 g of daily dark chocolate consumption may protect you from heart disease. The researchers analyzed data from 21,000 people who participated in […]

by June 27, 2015
Avocados may be key to beating leukemia

Avocados may be key to beating leukemia

Avocados are one of the most popular super foods in the world. They are perfect for any time of the day. Avocados are packed with healthy fats called monounsaturated fats, which lower blood cholesterol and may help regulate blood sugar. They are also great for heart health, skin health, and […]

by June 26, 2015
Don’t drink that water bottle: 14 brands of bottled water were recalled for E. Coli

Don’t drink that water bottle: 14 brands of bottled water were recalled for E. Coli

Niagra Bottling LLC has issued a statement showing that 14 brands of bottled water were recalled for E. Coli contamination concerns.

by June 24, 2015
FDA is ordering the food industry to eliminate trans fats

FDA is ordering the food industry to eliminate trans fats

In October of last year, the American Heart Association (AHA) released a report showing that the amount of trans fats Americans eat has declined over the years, but we are still consuming more than is recommended. Trans fats are often found in processed foods, like cookies, pizzas, pastries, pies, and […]

by June 23, 2015
Taco Bell and Pizza Hut have decided to ban artificial ingredients

Taco Bell and Pizza Hut have decided to ban artificial ingredients

Taco Bell and Pizza Hut have decided to ban artificial ingredients, joining competitors like Panera Bread and Subway. Both restaurants will be remaking their menu and phasing out artificial ingredients starting this year. Taco Bell will get rid of food dye yellow No. 6 in their nacho cheese, as they […]

by June 22, 2015
Chipotle is changing the way they make tortillas for the better

Chipotle is changing the way they make tortillas for the better

Chipotle recently announced that they were removing all genetically modified ingredients from their food. After this announcement was made, the New York Times published a piece revealing a remarkable statistic about Chipotle’s ingredients versus their competitors. As written the New York Times article: “Eliminating genetically engineered ingredients is easier for […]

by June 21, 2015
Amritapuri Ashram goes organic: A story of love, organic food and healing

Amritapuri Ashram goes organic: A story of love, organic food and healing

Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi is a woman from a small South Indian village that came to be known as “Amma, the Mother of All” for her outstanding humanitarian work. Her life has been dedicated to taking care of the poor, and those who suffer spiritually, emotionally, and physically. Amma has […]

by June 20, 2015
Garlic is more powerful than antibiotics for vaginal infections

Garlic is more powerful than antibiotics for vaginal infections

Garlic has long been known as one of nature’s true medicines. It is a potent immune booster, helps lower cholesterol, aids in the body’s natural detox process

by June 19, 2015