The mostly widely used drug in the world, coffee has long been viewed as a medicinal beverage. In the 19th century, for example, it was used to treat asthma because it helped people breathe more easily. Coffee these… Continue Reading
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Improve Your Health with Root Vegetables
Researchers are turning up all kinds of exciting revelations these days about the significant benefits of root vegetables. “Rooting” for Your Health In the last few years I have been seeing an increased volume of research on the… Continue Reading
Bullish on Berries
The ancient Romans believed that berries alleviated symptoms of melancholy, fainting, all inflammations, fevers, throat infections, kidney stones, halitosis, attacks of gout, and diseases of the blood, liver, and spleen. Modern science has yet to confirm all such… Continue Reading
Is Red Wine Good for You?
Myth: Drink lots of red wine – it’s good for heart health. Fact: Many studies have reported the benefits of limited wine intake for heart health. My Recommendation: Know what the good limits are to avoid the risks… Continue Reading
Coenzyme Q10 Benefits
As a nutrient essential to energy production, coenzyme Q10, also known as CoQ10, is a VIP (very important particle) within your body. It is one of the best nutrients you can feed your heart to support overall heart… Continue Reading
Best Foods to Fight Cancer
Did you know that an estimated 30 to 40 percent of all cancers are directly connected to obesity and the foods we eat? Not a surprising statistic, since inflammation is linked to the development of cancer and obesity,… Continue Reading
Gender-Specific Nutrient Needs
According to John Gray, the famous relationship author, men are from Mars and women from Venus. But are men and women also worlds apart when it comes to nutritional needs? The answer is that men and women clearly… Continue Reading
How to Get Kids (and Adults) to Eat Vegetables
How do you get adults and children to consume more fruits and vegetables? In her New York Times article, “Learning to Love Veggies, Readers Weigh In,” Jane Brody provides a diverse compilation of creative solutions for both veggie-lovers… Continue Reading
Phytochemicals: Carotenoids and Flavonoids
Most of us know that fruits and veggies are good for us…maybe we’ve read up on the health benefits associated with a diet rich in them, or are lucky enough to have been pleasantly haunted by the words,… Continue Reading
13 Awesome Herbs and Spices
Food is a big part of growing up Italian—both eating it and cooking it. I learned my way around the kitchen from my father and grandfather, who were both amazing cooks. And when I was old enough to… Continue Reading