Diet blogs and tips for optimal health and longevity
By Study Finds Bland may be better when it comes to your health. People who always add salt to their food increase their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by nearly 40 percent, new research warns. Studies continue to show that excessive sugar intake is…
By GreenMedInfo Research Group Does your active lifestyle leave you aching and inflamed, wishing there was an alternative to dangerous NSAID drugs? Wish no more — turmeric’s got your pain covered. Turmeric is one of the most popular herbal supplements in the world. This highly…
By Shyla Cadogan, RD Magnesium is a top-tier mineral. Over the last year or so, it has made health-related headlines for a reason. It’s recommended you consume roughly 400 mg per day, but many don’t meet this and are often magnesium deficient. By focusing on…
By Elisha McFarland Few people are familiar with the term nightshades, and many will be surprised to learn that consuming foods from this plant group may be contributing to their pain and inflammation. Nightshades belong to the Solanaceae family which includes over 2,000 species. They…
By Study Finds Move over carrots, grapes may also benefit your eyes as well, according to new research. Researchers, supported by the California Table Grape Commission, say eating just a few handfuls of grapes daily for four months appears to enhance significant indicators of eye…
By Margie King, Health Coach Humble miso soup may have saved lives when the atomic bomb was dropped on Nagasaki. Science now confirms miso prevents radiation injury. It may also prevent cancer and hypertension. Here’s why you need at least one cup a day. …
By Shyla Cadogan, RD Many people looking to clean up their health fast want to detox in the easiest way possible. This is why the traps of expensive supplements and juice cleanses are everywhere you look. However, there is little to no solid research supporting…
By Shyla Cadogan, RD Garlic is one of the world’s oldest crops. Historical evidence suggests that it has been used medicinally and as a food source for over 7,000 years. In ancient times, it was one of the most valued plants. Today, the plant is…
By GMI Reporter Mainstream medicine continues to push women to get yearly mammograms (recently, adding women as young as 40 to their recommendations) in order to “fight” the epidemic of deadly breast cancer affecting women at an alarming rate. However, an underreported body of evidence shows…
By GreenMedInfo Research Group If you drink diet soda, you’re probably being exposed to this common artificial sweetener linked to chronic disease and autism. Researchers found even one diet soda a day during pregnancy tripled the risk of autism in male offspring. Daily exposure to…
By Shyla Cadogan, RD Getting enough protein is important, whether you watch TV most of the day or you’re a bodybuilder. Protein is critical for all of our cells and helps the body to perform at the top of its game. For most people, daily…
By GreenMedInfo Research Group Tahini is a superstar in hummus, but that’s not its only claim to fame. It’s also a veritable superfood. Learn the secret behind tahini’s numerous health benefits. Tahini, made from toasted, ground sesame seeds, is a rich source of unsaturated fatty…
By Shyla Cadogan, RD All foods contain calories, which are units of energy. This means that all foods provide energy. However, they all do it in different ways, and some are more sustainable than others. You might perk up after your coffee and glazed donut…
By Shyla Cadogan, RD Over 12 percent of Americans are expected to develop a thyroid condition in their lifetime. Hypothyroidism is the most common condition and is characterized by the inability of your body to make sufficient thyroid hormones. These days, social media and online…
By GreenMedInfo Research Group Papaya is more than just a delicious treat, especially when served cold and juicy in its ripeness. It also provides a wealth of benefits against wounds, skin damage and gut problems, to name a few of its precious therapeutic effects lauded…
By Shyla Cadogan, RD The occasionally gurgling stomach, diarrhea, or constipation is bound to happen. You eat a certain meal that doesn’t agree with your body, but eventually, your body recovers. When this happens every week or maybe even every few days, however, it can…
By Study Finds A popular artificial sweetener could be contributing to learning and memory deficits. Aspartame is a common sugar substitute in various foods and beverages. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has previously stated that it’s safe for consumption within certain limits, but recent…
By GreenMedInfo Honey and milk are two foods that are produced solely for the purpose of nourishment, but not all honeys are the same. Check out Sayer’s in-depth analysis of manuka’s common uses, and why the one we carry at the Consumer Wellness Store is…
By Shyla Cadogan, RD Hypertension is known as “the silent killer,” with 20 percent of Americans unaware that they have it. The good news is that it’s easy to check on your health using a blood pressure cuff from home, and there are many ways…
By John Anderer Troubling new research finds the majority of foods purchased by Americans (60%) contain any number of artificial additives such as preservatives, sweeteners, and coloring or flavoring agents. Even worse, these levels represent a 10-percent increase since 2001. The study makes a strong…
