Posted on Wednesday 25th of September 2013 at 10:23:12 AM
During flu and cold season, building your immunity is very important. One way you can do this is by eating more whole, plant-based foods. Here are 4 reasons why you should start incorporating more nutrient-dense foods into your diet.
Posted on Wednesday 04th of September 2013 at 12:40:54 PM
Awareness about the presence of (GMOs) in the food supply is at an all-time high throughout America, thanks in large part to the Proposition 37 ballot initiative in California. But many people are now asking the question, "If GMOs aren't labeled, how can I know whether or not the foods I buy contain them?" To help you make the best effort at avoiding GMOs while shopping at the grocery store, here are six recommendations on what to look for and what to avoid.
Posted on Friday 02nd of August 2013 at 03:11:53 PM
An interesting article which discusses Butter Vs Margarine
Posted on Friday 02nd of August 2013 at 02:52:06 PM
An interesting article that takes a look at some Natural sweetening options
Posted on Friday 05th of July 2013 at 09:43:10 AM
An interesting article that discusses how certain natural remedies can be used to help alleviate the pain from Migraines, the article also discusses certain foods that should be avoided.
Posted on Thursday 06th of June 2013 at 02:29:23 PM
Can Vitamin B save your Brain? a fascinating article that takes a look at the potentially important relationship between Vitamin B and brain functionality.
Posted on Wednesday 29th of May 2013 at 02:58:17 PM
An interesting article that discusses colouring used in many of the foods we eat today and the health risks they pose. Well worth a read :)
Posted on Wednesday 24th of April 2013 at 02:53:56 PM
For most people, the mention of probiotics conjures up images of yogurt. But don’t dismiss the microbes as a marketing gimmick or food fad. The latest probiotic research suggests that live-active cultures of these friendly bacteria can help to prevent and treat a wide variety of ailments.
Posted on Thursday 11th of April 2013 at 02:31:00 PM
Humans have been using spices on their foods as far back as 50,000 B.C. But, beyond adding flavor, these dried seeds, fruits, root or bark can also add years to your life.
Posted on Tuesday 12th of March 2013 at 12:18:27 PM
Juicing vs. Blending: Which One Is Better?
This is a question that we get asked all the time. Which is better: juicing or blending? Does one offer more health benefits than the other? Juices and smoothies both play an important role in any wellness program and we discuss the benefits of each in both of our films, Food Matters and Hungry For Change. We believe that both juicing and blending are very beneficial, but in different ways.
Here is a short comparison that explains the differences between the two as well as some of the specific benefits of each.
Posted on Thursday 14th of February 2013 at 02:57:47 PM
In trying to gain or maintain a healthy weight, how much you eat may actually matter less than the timing of your meals, according to a surprising study conducted by researchers from Brigham Women's Hospital, Tufts University, the University of Murcia, and published in the International Journal of Obesity.
Posted on Tuesday 05th of February 2013 at 03:12:28 PM
An interesting article that looks at the impacts sugar may have on your performance. Researchers investigated the effects of high-fructose syrup, similar to high fructose corn syrup (HFCS), a cheap sweetener six times sweeter than cane sugar, which is used in most soft drinks, processed foods, condiments, and even many baby foods.
Posted on Friday 11th of January 2013 at 03:46:33 PM
An interesting article that looks at the impact of dehydration and what effects this has on the body
Posted on Friday 02nd of November 2012 at 11:28:53 AM
Some good advice from inspirational speaker and health wellness coach Kris Carr, Kris discusses 5 easy steps that can turn your diet right around for the better.
Posted on Friday 07th of September 2012 at 12:14:29 PM
An interesting article about Chocolate the benfits and what to look for, written by Dr Joseph Mercola.
Posted on Thursday 02nd of August 2012 at 02:16:56 PM
A discussion on Tea as a medicine which looks at a variety of different Teas and what they can be used for
Posted on Tuesday 19th of June 2012 at 12:35:06 PM
Gluten troubles were once thought to be a problem primarily for those with celiac disease. But recent research indicates that gluten-related disorders extend to a far broader population, and affect far more than the digestive system.
As scientists chip away at the mountain of health problems caused by the modern American diet, a troubling finding is emerging. Gluten, present in our most popular grains, is being linked not only to celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder affecting one out of 100 Americans, but also to non-celiac gluten intolerance, which afflicts many millions more.
Posted on Friday 01st of June 2012 at 02:47:59 PM
Our livers work extremely hard everyday to protect us from adverse affects from toxins and often it is easy for our livers to become overworked compromising our health significantly. Here are 7 common foods you can include daily to help cleanse your liver naturally.
Posted on Thursday 03rd of May 2012 at 03:33:18 PM
The news media proclaim that taking vitamin supplements is of no value and, somehow, actually dangerous. You have heard an earful from reporters. Now let's hear from doctors.
Posted on Wednesday 07th of March 2012 at 04:40:49 PM
Could your Migraines be a sign of something more serious?