By Matt Higgins Chili peppers are one of the most popular ingredients to add some kick to countless recipes. They’re red hot, spicy and add a definite zing. And did you know they’re actually a fruit? For all the culinary reasons we love chili peppers,…
By Study Finds Love grapes? You’ll love this study then. Snacking on grapes could potentially add up to five years to your life, research suggests. Scientists behind the study at Western New England University describe the results as “astonishing.” Grapes are rich in chemicals that…
By Meadow Clark The Whole Home Detox series is dedicated to removing the causes of chronic illness from our homes, one room at a time. Everywhere you look people are starting a new health program; perhaps they are embracing minimalism or trying to save money. They…
By Matt Higgins Those who have a higher risk of breast cancer should think about changing up their diet. Researchers collaborating with The North American Menopause Society found that diets high in n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) may help decrease the risk of breast cancer….
By Duane Mellor, Aston University and Ekavi Georgousopoulou, University of Canberra Every month there seems to be a new diet doing the rounds online. One of the latest is the Nordic diet, which some claim could be better for your health than the Mediterranean diet….
By Study Finds It’s no secret that drinking tea is good for you. Could it possibly be the healthiest drink in the world? Tea has been an integral part of traditional medicine for thousands of years and is revered as a cure-all in many Asian…
By Dr. Joseph Mercola Story at-a-glance One of the latest attempts to thwart your ability to access nutritional supplements comes in the form of draft legislation that would require premarket approval for dietary supplements. In short, it would require supplements — which are food —…
By John Anderer Exercise alone won’t compensate for a poor diet, according to researchers from the University of Sydney. Even if you spend all day and night in the gym or running laps, you’re still better off steering clear of fatty, processed foods. Researchers conclude…
By GreenMedInfo Research Group Hoping to improve your immune system? Look no further than these seven foods and supplements, which have been clinically proven to enhance immunity, improving your response to a variety of illnesses and infections. By adding them to your daily meals or…
By Study Finds Yo-yo dieting increases the risk of heart disease and diabetes, warns new research. The study conducted in rats suggests that dramatic swings in calories consumed have long-term impacts on cardiovascular health and metabolism. Scientists at Georgetown University say that their findings offer potential…
By Study Finds Plant-based meats don’t pack the same protein punch, making them less nutritious than the real thing. A team from The Ohio State University says their experiments reveal human cells take in fewer proteins from meat alternatives because they are harder to absorb….
By Richard Hoffman, University of Hertfordshire For many people who go vegan, one of the hardest things to give up is cheese. Fortunately, thanks to the increasing popularity of veganism, food manufacturers have begun producing a greater variety of vegan cheeses – with some success…
By Sayer Ji Turmeric has legendary status as a disease-fighting agent, but did you know that when administered in low doses to already healthy adults it significantly improves their wellness? Over the years, there has been plenty of research performed on the value of natural…
By David Clayton, Nottingham Trent University If you’re someone who’s thought about losing weight or has wanted to get healthier in the past few years, you’ve probably come across these two words: intermittent fasting. From celebrities to fitness enthusiasts, intermittent fasting has many thousands of…
By Laura Brown, Teesside University Raw food diets are a fairly recent trend, including raw veganism. The belief being that the less processed food is, the better. However, not all food is more nutritious when eaten raw. Indeed, some vegetables are actually more nutritious when…
By Study Finds Sticking to the Mediterranean diet can help young men overcome depression, according to a new study. Researchers from the University of Technology Sydney say doctors should look to send youngsters dealing with depressive symptoms to a nutritionist or dietitian as part of…
By Sayer Ji Known since ancient times as a ‘remedy for everything but death,’ an increasingly vast body of scientific research reveals that it is indeed one of nature’s most potent and versatile healing agents. A few years ago, we wrote an article about nigella…
By Dr. Diane Fulton Black raspberries, when compared to more well-known red raspberries or blackberries, may surprise you for their sweet delicious taste as well as their strong health properties. Black and red raspberries are varieties from the same Rubus family so their nutritional contents,…
By ANH-USA.org Senator Dick Durbin’s (D-IL) bill that threatens tens of thousands of products has officially been introduced. We need all hands on deck to oppose it. Action Alert! Sen. Dick Durbin has launched his supplement attack by introducing his “Dietary Supplement Listing Act of…
By GreenMedInfo Research Group From cognitive protection to immune support here are five compelling reasons to incorporate sweet potatoes into your everyday diet. Sweet potatoes are more than just a popular staple food serving as a sweet appetizer, side dish or filling snack on their…
