Chia Seeds Plus These 3 Things Boost Energy All Day Long
For those of you who have never tried a "Chia Fresca," it’s fun, a little weird and easy to digest. It’s also pretty darn tasty and supplies you with loads of energy. Combine chia seeds with other energy boosting ingredients, and just like the energizer bunny, you’ll keep going and going and going… Chia seeds boost energy and metabolism Let’s face...
9 Delicious Things To Do With Chickpeas
Chickpeas are so versatile in the kitchen — you can eat them hot or cold. They also support the digestive tract, are high in antioxidants, provide cardiovascular benefits and regulate blood sugar. The problem is, many North Americans don’t know how to utilize chickpeas in recipes. No worries, here are nine ways you can add chickpeas into your diet....
Turmeric For Knee Pain: An Effective Alternative
Knee pain is not uncommon these days. And for many of us, it’s very frustrating, as it can limit our mobility and thereby limit the experiences we’re able to enjoy. Often, we turn to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or other pharmaceutical painkillers to reduce knee pain. It’s important to know, however, that painkillers — even the ones that we...
7 Orange Foods To Eat More Of (And 7 To Eat Less Of)
The months of autumn are a favorite among many — and for good reason. It’s the season of warm colors, delicious aromas and a myriad of flavors to keep things interesting in the kitchen. Many of these foods just happen to be orange, and they come loaded with vitamins and minerals to keep you healthy during the holidays. Here...
3 Fantastic Fall Trips You Must Take
When it comes to vacations, for most of us, summer outings to the beach and other sunny locales spring to mind first. But the summer months aren’t the only time to enjoy getting out of town. As the temperatures drop and the leaves change color, there are all kinds of opportunities to hit the road and enjoy a change...
12 Kitchen Remedies For High Blood Pressure
Do you know your blood pressure? Are you one of the 70 million American adults who have high blood pressure and trying to lower it with medication? Globally, an estimated 40 percent of adults over the age of 25 have high blood pressure. About 7.5 million deaths occur yearly as a result. Unfortunately, many people don’t know they have high...
9 Ways To Say No To Sugar
We’re all aware that sugar can have negative health effects. It can cause weight gain, obesity, and pave the way for diabetes and fatty liver disease. Consuming too much sugar can also have an undesirable impact on your hormonal balance. It can raise your cholesterol and contribute to heart disease. Because it releases dopamine in the brain, it can...
WATCH: 5 Pumpkin Carving Tips
I love Halloween. The smells, the costumes, the tricks and the treats all fill me with memories of youth and childhood glee. There is, however, one area of the season that I have never been able to master: the pumpkin. It isn’t for lack of trying. I’ve drawn scary sketches in felt tip pens. I have practiced on mini-pumpkins....
Is Grapeseed Oil Healthy?
When it comes to oils, choosing the healthiest option can be overwhelming. There are so many to choose from — grapeseed oil, avocado oil, coconut oil, olive oil and more. How do you know if you're making the right choice? Which are the best to cook with? Which oils may actually cause your health more harm than good? Researchers have...
12 Amazing Uses For Black Pepper
Even if you don’t spend much time in the kitchen, there are two seasonings which no cook can go without: salt and pepper. Black pepper has long been a part of our cooking culture. But up until recently, that’s been the extent of our use of black pepper. It adds a spicy dimension to every dish, and offsets salt...
