Coconut water is a healthy beverage as it replenishes vitamins, minerals, and electrolytes, and rehydrates the body. It is becoming more popular nowadays, and many see it as a healthier option to sports drinks, which may contain harmful chemicals. Coconut water has potent brain benefits, as it increases energy in […]
Bee colonies are collapsing, which could spell serious trouble for the food we eat. Bees cross-pollinate much of the common produce that humans eat, including apples, avocados, broccoli, carrots, cucumbers, almonds, and so much more. Without bees, none of these foods can grow. According to the National Resources Defense Council […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
