Common mustard is one of the healthiest cancer-fighting foods on earth
Most condiments are not revered for their health benefits. In fact, condiments are generally known for their less-than-stellar nutritional performance. High fructose corn syrup, MSG and aspartame are just a few of the garbage ingredients you’ll typically find in your favorite sandwich spreads. However, not all condiments are bad news. There are some that contain some Read More
Maple sugar helps support a strong immune system, provides many health benefits
Foods laced with added sugars and artificial sweeteners will never be good for you; that’s something we can all agree on. Soda, in particular, has played a major role in the obesity epidemic and skyrocketing blood sugar levels nationwide. However, there are natural ways to get your sweet fix without succumbing to refined, processed foods or artificially-sweetened Read More
The evidence is in: Raw milk actually boosts immunity, prevents infections
The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) would like us all to believe that raw milk is a flaming health hazard with the potential to cause a national disaster. What could be more toxic than raw food, right? That must be what is making our nation sick – not the over-consumption of genetically-modified, pesticide-laden Read More
Study: Brain Stem Cells can be activated and regenerated by Turmeric Compound
The many health benefits provided by turmeric are only just beginning to be understood by science, but the things we have learned so far are quite impressive. A 2014 study published by the journal Stem Cell Research & Therapy found that a compound of the yellow-orange root known as “aromatic turmerone” could help to induce and Read More
An unbreakable bond: Babies in the womb can lend cells to their pregnant mothers if her body becomes injured
A new study published in the journal Cell Adhesion & Migration gives a whole new meaning to motherhood as scientists reveal developing babies pass on important, and potentially lifesaving cells to their mother. Fetomaternal transfer, the migration of fetal cells to the mother during pregnancy, is thought to occur in all pregnancies, say researchers, adding Read More
A beginner’s guide to essential oils
Quintessential for maintaining whole body health, essential oil use dates back to ancient Egypt, which is revealed through recipes that were recorded in hieroglyphics on temple walls. If you’re new to using essential oils, or simply looking to deepen your knowledge of them, Abundant Health’s book Modern Essentials: A Contemporary Guide to Therapeutic Use of Read More
8 foods to fight seasonal depression
Fall is here, and rogue Christmas decorations are already mingling in with Halloween costumes. These foods will help keep you from developing that familiar fall and winter malaise. Fatty fish – the omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D will keep your brain happy. Our body produces vitamin D in sunlight, so in winter months be Read More
8 superfoods to supercharge you
The traditional American diet and lifestyle can leave one feeling sluggish and run down. That feeling of being constantly tired limits the ability to really enjoy life and all it has to offer. Poor nutrition and the lack of key nutrients is one of the biggest culprits in this plague of fatigue and obesity in Read More
Top 10 ways eating onions can improve health
Onions are a treat that make you weep. Botanically known as Allium cepa, onions are bulbous vegetables that are grown almost all over the world. They are characterized by their pungent aroma, crunchy texture and sharp flavor. Despite their widespread use, the pungent aroma causes many people to steer clear of onions. Nevertheless, several studies Read More
Top 10 edible flowers that are good for your health
If you’ve ever been served a plate of salad in a restaurant with a few flowers scattered through it, you can be forgiven for thinking the flowers were merely a pretty garnish. Even though they are certainly pleasing to the eye, the truth is that some edible flowers bear many of the same health benefits Read More
