Diet blogs and tips for optimal health and longevity
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…
By Lisa Egan Take a look at some headlines that have been flooding the internet [recently]: Gluten-Free Diets May Be Tied to an Increased Risk of Type 2 Diabetes Going Gluten Free May Raise Your Risk of Type 2 Diabetes Downside to Gluten-Free Diets: Diabetes…
By Adonia Dennis, Natural Blaze These five delicious summer smoothies are perfect for backyard barbecues or as on-the-go breakfast options. They’re also incredibly healthy, containing a perfect balance of macronutrients, micronutrients, and antioxidants. We’ve also made sure that the smoothies listed here include healthy sources of…
By Lily Dane The findings of two new studies add to the growing body of evidence that links soda to serious health problems. Excess sugar – especially the fructose in sugary drinks – might damage your brain, the new research suggests. If you think drinking diet…
By Eastern Mich. University EAST LANSING, Mich. – Michigan State University researchers have shown that sunflower seeds are frequently contaminated with a toxin produced by molds and pose an increased health risk in many low-income countries worldwide. In the current issue of PLoS ONE, the…
By Alex Pietrowski As more information comes to light about both the horrors of dairy industries practices in producing cow’s milk, and the negative health effects of consuming dairy products, more people are rejecting dairy in their diets, and mainstream media is now working to…
By Health Tips Now A strong metabolism is connected to more than a thin body! It’s beneficial for fertility, immune function, lean muscle mass, lower rates of degenerative and infectious diseases, brain functionality, longevity, having more energy and vigor, and much more. Actually, one of…
Natural Blaze Eating potassium-rich foods like sweet potatoes, avocados, spinach, beans, bananas — and even coffee — could be key to lowering blood pressure, according to Alicia McDonough, PhD, professor of cell and neurobiology at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of…
By Carey Wedler Amid continuous bouts of bad press and slumping sales, fast food giant McDonald’s has put significant resources into revamping its brand. It has experimented with all-day breakfast, salad options, and various new additions to its menus all around the world, including chocolate…
