Omega-3 fatty acids are an important element for the body to have, and going without them for too long can lead to inflammatory conditions in the body. By not getting enough of them each day, you are shortchanging your body and leaving it without the basic building blocks it needs to function at its full […]
It’s easy to lose sight of the fact that your entire body is connected, and your lifestyle plays a big part on all facets. By cleansing your body of impurities, you set it up so that all of your organs are working in harmony with one another. Since your skin is your biggest organ, it […]
The theory behind zero calorie or negative calorie foods is that they contain such a scant amount of calories that the energy you expend eating them cancels out their calories. In essence the bottom line is that you don’t take on any excess calories, and in some instances you end up burning calories as you […]
Have you ever woken up to swollen fingers or ankles? What about the feeling of a tire around your waist? When your body holds onto excess fluid, things can get really uncomfortable. And we’re not just talking about the feeling of bloatedness. Thankfully, there are a few ways you can beat fluid retention. Along with […]
Watching your cholesterol levels is one of the most important things you can do for heart health and preventing several types of heart disease. If you have high cholesterol levels, the best thing to do is listen to your doctor’s advice, but you can also make sure to eat foods that can help get your […]
Your brain is your most important organ, but often it goes unnoticed because it’s such a big part of who you are. Diets to improve the health of the heart get a lot of the spotlight, but the brain gets overlooked, which is ironic because it’s the thing that’s running the show. Many people are […]
A biotin deficiency doesn’t occur very often, but not getting enough can leave your hair and skin in less than optimal condition. Getting enough biotin can also ensure better energy levels, balanced blood glucose levels, and is simply one of the B vitamins that you don’t want to be without for too long. Luckily, it’s […]
We’ve known all along that eating fruits and vegetables is good for you, and science is now proving this to be true in some pretty incredible ways. If you needed impressive sounding reasons to get your five to seven servings a day, then consuming foods high in antioxidants will help battle the damage done by […]
Eating a diet rich in low glycemic foods is one way to help keep your blood sugar levels where you want them. It’s not the most foolproof method out there, but it does provide some indication as to how your body will react to a certain food, and at a glance you can see which […]
If you’re looking to reduce your production of uric acid, you’ll want to specifically limit foods that are high in purines. This is because these foods will cause your body to produce more uric acid, which in turn could lead to another gout attack. Talking with your doctor about the best way to treat and […]
News has been spreading about how good kale is for you, and it’s popping up more and more in restaurant menus and shopping carts across the country. Here is your one-stop for the lowdown on this rising vegetable star, including why it’s so good for you, how to prepare it, as well as questions to […]
Kale is a pretty versatile vegetable, and once you have a few recipes under your belt you’ll see just how well it plays with other foods, and how many different ways it can be used. Here we’ll show how you can incorporate kale into all three of your main meals, plus dessert, as well as […]
