By Melinda Cafferty Statistics show that about one-third of the United States is obese. Some people think that might be due to changes in guidelines about what is considered an unhealthy body weight. But, a recent study showed that it is much harder for millennials…
By Karen Foster Coriander (Coriandrum sativum), commonly known as Cilantro or Dhania, is a powerful herb with many health benefits. This plant is rich in micronutrients and nutritional elements. Various compounds in cilantro give it its distinct scent, which plays a large role in how…
By Dr. Ben Kim This fig-pecan energy bar recipe produces a batch of scrumptious bars that is rich in potassium, calcium, iron, fiber, and healthy protein. Think of this energy bar as one of the most mineral-rich healthy snacks that you can use to fuel…
By Melinda Cafferty Among the most common debilitating ailments that nearly everyone is likely to experience with frequency are headaches and anxiety. Worse, the two are very often related – one feeding off the other in a downward spiral that can seem to be never-ending….
By Karen Foster If you are craving something rich and decadent this Raw Buster Bar Dessert is perfect for you this holiday season! This is an indulgent, creamy dessert with so many healthy ingredients, you’ll wonder how it tastes so good. You can make this…
By Heather Callaghan This melt-in-your-mouth, superfood recipe takes minutes and satisfies your chocolate cravings and sweet tooth. Get your daily coconut oil the fun way. Best yet it’s free from added sugar, gluten, grains, dairy and artificial ingredients. It can be easily tweaked to meet Paleo…
By Dr. Ben Kim Every mouthful of this savory buttercup squash soup delivers an abundance of cancer-fighting nutrients: carotenoids, vitamin A, real vitamin C, and manganese. It’s also a good source of most B vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids, which makes it an excellent choice for…
By J Herman If you’re looking for a cool drink on a hot day, an age-old drink called switchel just might be the recipe for you. Switchel was the drink that hardworking farmers would use to quench their thirst after work in the hot, sweaty…
We all like a dessert, but we all don’t have the pleasure of eating it. Whether it be a food allergy or a weight problem fear no more, this banana bread will have you drooling. Most people love banana bread; it is a food staple…
When it comes to making a delicious and nutritious meal that the whole family can enjoy, chicken tends to be a poetic option. Chicken tastes terrific in a number of different recipes, and it’s high in healthy protein meaning that you can rest assured that…
By Heather Callaghan The best part of experimenting with smoothie recipes is discovering the perfect combination that allows you to have more energy, focus and stamina for hours, without necessarily consuming a whole meal. This is the first smoothie I ever made that I could…
By Daisy Luther If you aren’t eating yogurt on a daily basis, you might be shortchanging your health. There’s no easier way to get some healthy bacteria into your system than to enjoy some rich, delicious, full-fat yogurt loaded of active cultures. If your gut…
By Michelle Toole, Healthy Holistic Living Water is slowly becoming the most precious resource in our world. There’s no way around it, it makes up 70% and 80% of our brains and bodies respectively. Water is, in every sense of the word, vital to our…
Karen Foster, Prevent Disease Pineapple has been used for centuries to reduce pain and inflammation. It turns out that an enzyme found in pineapples called bromelain does, in fact, have scientifically proven medicinal benefits. Two molecules isolated from an extract of crushed pineapple stems have…
By Crystal Davis, Elephant Journal Until a few years ago, honey and lemon drinks were something I bought in a packet from the chemist when in the death-throes of a full blown flu. Naturally, those little packets didn’t help much, so I was skeptical when…
Natural Blaze The non-trademarked name for store-bought “fruit roll ups” is fruit leather. Store-bought fruit snacks contain artificial dyes, GMO corn syrup, GMO hydrogenated oils, natural flavors (MSG?), monoglycerides and GMO dextrose (aka corn sugar). Not exactly a fun way to enjoy fruit. Who knew…
by Tess Pennington Chances are that America’s most recent health trend is one you were given as a child. Think back to when you were ill, what was the one of the first things your mother made to help you feel better? That’s right, hot soup. Backed…
by Tess Pennington I was talking with my sister the other day and she mentioned that her toddler started getting small patches of eczema on her arm. Now, what kind of auntie would I be if I didn’t whip up a batch of soothing eczema cream…
by Sheleana Aiyana, Young and Raw Ingredients: 1-2 cups water (room temp or hot water are both fine based on preference) 1 lemon, juiced and sliced 1 tsp. apple cider vinegar 1 tsp. aloe vera 1 tsp. honey is optional for sweetener and antibacterial properties…
by Daisy Luther Stop the presses! Startling new research shows that chocolate milk does not require degrees in chemistry and engineering to make! Who knew? Certainly not the Big Food monsters like Nestle, Hershey, and all of those other purveyors of flavored chemistry projects. Chocolate…
