The benefits of red wine can seem, at times, magical. They’ve certainly been receiving positive press for the last several years. Red wine’s good rap even survived a large scandal brought on, a couple of years ago, by the discovery that a famous researcher falsified data in the goal of exaggerating wine’s positive effects on […]
Most of us have enjoyed some flavorful, sticky sushi over the years, and likely had our first taste of seaweed in doing so. Filled with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, this incredibly powerful food is under-utilized in western diets. But you don’t have to spend a fortune in a sushi restaurant every time you want a […]
Most of us have enjoyed some flavorful, sticky sushi over the years, and likely had our first taste of seaweed in doing so. Filled with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, this incredibly powerful food is under-utilized in western diets. But you don’t have to spend a fortune in a sushi restaurant every time you want a […]
This long under-noticed and rather mysterious connective tissue weaves throughout our entire bodies, binding and supporting our muscles, bones and organs. It is made up of densely packed protein fibers and is far more relevant and important than you may think. For one thing, it could be responsible for those creaks, aches, pains and stiffness that you […]
Seeing you’ve come across this post, you’re probably looking for delicious alcohol-free refreshment ideas. Let me assure you; you’ve come to the right place! Whether you’re pregnant, the designated driver, organizing a family-friendly party or simply taking a break after an alcohol-infused holiday season, choosing to forgo the alcohol doesn’t have to mean forgoing the […]
We hear a lot about the ever popular chia seed, but when did society forget about the humble poppy seed? The tiny oil seeds, derived from the poppy plant, are full of nutritional value and have an earthy, nutty flavor. They also add a beautiful aesthetic touch to cakes and breads, and have been an […]
“Stay away from soy, and soy-based products such as tofu. They cause many health problems and can even KILL YOU!” Sound familiar? That’s because this type of alarmist message is widespread. All you need to do is type tofu + health in any search engine and you’ll be bombarded with articles touting the harm of […]
Ever find yourself feeling a little distended after a particularly large thanksgivings dinner or one too many amuse-gueules at that swanky party? We’ve all been there! But what if you’re part of the unlucky 30% of Americans for whom bloating happens on the regular? For whom this issue leads, at the very least, to embarrassing situations and, […]
Struggling to get pregnant? You’re not alone –it is estimated that one in seven couples have problems conceiving worldwide. While many choose to go for invasive fertility treatments, you might want to know that this is not your only choice. If your diet and lifestyle are healthy, the following herbs can help boost your chances […]
After decades of being told to avoid fats and go for sugar-filled alternatives that were “fat free”, the world of nutrition and medicine has finally realized and agreed that, well, we couldn’t have been more wrong. But, with that newfound acceptance that sugar is bad and fat is good, (although it is, of course, a […]
Garlic has also been referred to as the food that one avoids before meeting someone! You can make anyone run miles away from you if you have garlic breath. It is unpleasant yes, but the substance which gives this peculiar odour to garlic, also is responsible for various benefits of garlic. It has been used […]
Perhaps the oldest healing science in the world, Ayurveda is a vast and detailed holistic system designed to help people live a balanced, healthy life. This ancient Indian science was developed thousands of years ago as a powerful medical system, built around a sophisticated knowledge of our mind-body connection. It focuses on optimum physical health, […]
