Many people say one of the reasons they don’t eat healthy foods is that they can’t afford them. A study released earlier this year confirmed that healthier foods and diet patterns do cost more on average. The results showed...
Well, it’s that time of year again. The presents have been bought, wrapped and presented. The signature meal has been prepared and enjoyed and the glasses have been toasted by family and friends. Now it comes time for setting...
Popeye was right! Studies have shown that eating spinach really does make you stronger, including one out of the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden that revealed nitrate found naturally in spinach helps tone the muscles.
The researchers believe that consuming...
A study sponsored by the National Institute for Mental Health and the National Endowment for the arts found that seniors who engage in creative activities enjoy better health, have fewer doctor’s visits, and use less medications than seniors who...
Just as your legs and arms can become weak due to lack of exercise, so can the muscles in your eyes. In particular, the ciliary muscles that control the lens of the eye.
These muscles are responsible for altering the...
It comes as little surprise that the average American consumes way too much sugar on a daily basis - an estimated 22 teaspoons per day! About half of that sugar intake comes from sugar-laden beverages.
What is surprising is that...
If you're diagnosed with a serious illness like cancer, or you have a heart attack, it's obvious you need to make some immediate health changes. However, there are often many subtle warnings of health issues long before something reaches...
A new study has linked Gymnema sylvestre, an ancient herb commonly used in India, with significant fungus-fighting properties. Long known for its connection with lowering blood sugar levels, this new use for Gymnema sylvestre brings to light the multifaceted...
Goji berries (Lycium barbarum) have been used in traditional Chinese remedies since ancient times. They are native to Tibet, China, Mongolia and parts of Europe. Today, these scrumptious red berries are gaining popularity as a superfood, and for good...
For years, cod liver oil was recommended as a must have for optimal health due to its vitamin A and vitamin D content as well as containing lots of omega-3 fatty acids.
You’ll find a number of websites that...
