You put them in chili, you put them in soup, and you may even top your salad with them, but have you ever, ever, thought about putting them in brownies? This is unlikely because most people do not associate...
The phrase "sitting is the new smoking" was coined by Dr. Anup Kanodia of Ohio State University. He came to this conclusion as a result of several studies that linked extended sitting to a higher risk of disease and...
Eggplant, a member of the nightshade family that also includes tomatoes and bell peppers, is an extremely versatile meal option. It also packs some powerful health benefits.
Eggplant is rich in fiber, which aids in digestion and protects your digestive...
Depending on what you put into your smoothie, it can help you take your health to all new levels, or it can bring it crashing down.
Smoothies should be seen as an energizing and delicious tool; a way to enjoy...
Americans gobble up about 5 billion hamburgers every year, and those that eat them are probably thinking that they are composed mostly of meat.
However, a recent study that looked at eight different brands of hamburgers found that the...
Chaga (inonotus obliquus) is a hard and woody fungus that looks more like a piece of charcoal than a mushroom. If you are ever lost in the woods and need to start a fire, chaga, also known as "tinder...
There are many reasons to go on a grain-free diet, but the transition can be difficult for those who have always enjoyed their pizza, pasta, breads and other grain-based foods.
So if you’ve made the decision to embark on this...
So, you are all set up to make your first cup of fresh, organic juice, and you are bursting with confidence.... that is until you take your first sip. Yuck... you wonder if it should really taste this bad,...
The USDA Certified Organic label gives people who are concerned about food safety and quality a standard that protects their interests. We know that Certified Organic foods are monitored, and ingredients are, for the most part, accounted for.
In a...
A short video posted online this month by the Toronto Star examined just how much sugar is in Starbucks' famous Frappuccino beverages. The results were staggering.
The Star examined three flavors of Frappuccino, all in the "tall" size. The Light...
