Diet blogs and tips for optimal health and longevity
By Heather Callaghan, Editor Unique study reveals documented mechanism of just a few walnuts to decrease hunger signals A recent two- or three-part, double-blind study demonstrated that less than half a cup walnuts (0.44 cup or 48 grams to be exact) per day made a significant difference in…
By Organic and Healthy Magnesium is vitally important for biological function and optimal health. It’s the fourth most abundant mineral in your body, and researchers have detected more than 3,750 magnesium-binding sites on human proteins. More than 300 different enzymes also rely on magnesium for…
By Brent Chittenden Our body does a lot of things that we may have never thought of. It processes the food that we eat, and turns the bits and pieces into fuel that we burn for energy. But what if you couldn’t process one of those…
By Mae Chan A new study has found gluten-free products are often not as healthy as their conventional counterparts. A gluten-free, casein-free diet may lead to improvements in behavior and many physiological symptoms. Why is there so much attention now being put upon gluten sensitivities?…
By Miki Mottes I have been vegan for the past 7 years, vegetarian since 21 and animal lover all my life. During those years, I came to realize how my own actions — and the way I was taught to think and act — hurt my most beloved creatures in…
By Heather Callaghan, Editor Why Am I Still Fat? is an Australian mini-documentary that is free on YouTube and totally worth watching (below). The 28-minute film with male and female hosts, follows three different women on three different weight loss strategies – low-energy “crash” diet (800 calories…
By Anna Hunt One of the simplest ways to prevent, and even reduce, chronic inflammation in the body is with your diet. By eating high-quality superfoods, including herbs, spices, vegetables and seeds, you can pack your meals with anti-inflammatory ingredients. Scientists have discovered that chronic…
By Mae Chan Walnut consumption may increase the amount of beneficial bacteria in the gut, according to a recent animal study published in The Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry. At the end of 10 weeks, rats fed a diet containing ground walnuts showed an increase in…
By Anna Hunt Great news to all chocolate lovers! Italian scientists confirm that cacao, which is used to make chocolate, is an ideal food for the brain. Thanks to flavonols, a substance found in the cacao plant, consuming dark chocolate can enhance your cognitive abilities. This…
By Alex Pietrowski Shockingly, worldwide cancer rates are predicted to rise even further, and that by the year 2020, 1-in-2 women and 1-in-3 men will be diagnosed with some form of cancer. It is so common already, in fact, that it getting cancer is more…
By Amelia Kinney Aquaculture is often celebrated as a sustainable solution to overfishing, but in reality, farmed salmon may be one of the most toxic foods in the world. As a result of overcrowding, disease, pollution and low-quality fishmeal, the resulting salmon meat is often…
By Phillip Schneider Diabetes is considered to be one of the most common illnesses in western society. Nearly one in ten Americans have it, making it one of the most serious health epidemics of the 21st century. The pancreas of a type 1 diabetic produces little to no insulin, which…
By Organic and Healthy The Federal District Court of Missouri deemed that bleached white flour was unfit for human consumption, in 1910. Shockingly, the 1st chief of the Food and Drug Administration at the time, H. W. Wiley, said that the law was “halted through…
By Brandon Turbeville Professor Says You Will Die if You Eat Raw Food, “Not Scientific” – Is Proven Wrong By Everything Gwyneth Paltrow and Megan Fox Shut London Professor Down By Existing According to Professor Steven Jones, following a raw food diet is extremely dangerous…
By Heather Callaghan, Editor While most health sites would not likely endorse eating at Baskin-Robbins or Dunkin’ Donuts – we know people do. And if they should partake in a sweet treat, they don’t deserve harmful and unnecessary ingredients. Period. Not only are there more natural…
By Health Tips Now Traveling can be educational, exciting, energizing, and exhausting and the food you enjoy while traveling can be memorable and delicious. On one hand, it is exciting for the eyes but it isn’t always for the mouth. Only one wrong bite can…
By Health Tips Now Emotional eating is actually the opposite of mindful eating. It’s led by cravings, the desire to numb or change our feelings, stress, or just simply from habit and eating on “autopilot.” Many things can seem like true hunger, including low energy,…
By Mae Chan Consuming Portobello or Shiitake powder may protect your arteries from the detrimental effects of a high fat diet, according to findings presented at Experimental Biology 2017. Mushrooms are known for their immune system boosting properties as well as treatments for anxiety and…
By Aura Lakshmi One little known fact about marijuana is that it can contribute significantly to weight loss. While it is unlikely to be touted by diet gurus or Slimming World anytime soon, science has already demonstrated the benefits of Cannabinoids such as CBD oil…
By Health Tips Now Olives are small fruits from olive trees. They are a wonderfully tasty low-calorie snack and great added ingredient to pasta, salads, and pizza. Even though there are many varieties of olives, they all have a similar nutritional value. So, are olives…
