9 Suppertime Staples to Promote Restful Sleep
Restful sleep is absolutely essential to a properly functioning body and mind. Studies have shown that inadequate sleep lowers the immune system, throws blood sugar levels off-balance, and interferes with digestion, detoxification and even weight loss. One study found that less than seven hours of sleep per night decreases our ability to fight cold and flu viruses by 300...
Dangers of Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs, and How to Lower Cholesterol Naturally
The health issues that can stem from high cholesterol are no joke. Fearing the risk of heart disease, stroke and other related issues, many people choose prescription cholesterol medications known as statins to keep their ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol levels low. However, more and more studies are revealing how truly detrimental these drugs can be. Luckily, in non-emergency situations, there...
Is Your Tea Bag Toxic?
The benefits of drinking tea are innumerable and very well researched. However, studies reveal that some of the newer and "fancy" plastic tea bags could be leaching chemicals during infusion and that our familiar paper bags are not such a good choice either. The Center for Health and Environment and Justice and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are...
Sneaky Trans Fat Hiding in These Deadly Foods
Trans fatty acids, or trans fats as they are more commonly referred to, are "fake" fats that clog arteries, increase the levels of low density lipoproteins (LDL) and lower high density lipoproteins (HDL) in the blood. These deadly fat imposters are formed when vegetable oils harden to create shortening or margarine. However, trans fats are prevalent in more foods than...
Flower Power: Reducing Hypertension Naturally
This tropical beauty is more than just an infusion of color in the landscape. Hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa) plants are prized for their elegance and good looks but have qualities that go far beyond aesthetics. Recent research shows that hibiscus tea can effectively lower blood pressure as well as conventional drugs. This is good news for those who are tired...
Study: Berries Reduce Risk of Brain Disease
Berries are once again in the spotlight for their health-promoting properties. You probably already know that these sweet and colorful fruits are packed with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory components that reduce the risk of number of chronic diseases. The positive influence that berries have on health is well documented. Now, a study from the Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at...
Could Garlic Replace Antibiotics as a Major Bacteria Fighter?
A recent study performed at Washington University shows that garlic is 100 times more effective than two top antibiotics in fighting Campylobacter, the bacteria responsible for much of the world’s intestinal illnesses. This discovery follows two previous studies by the same team of scientists, published last year, in which compounds found in garlic were shown to kill common food-borne...
Smoothies vs Juicing: Is One Better Than the Other?
We are avid juicers here at The Alternative Daily, and we are blend-heads as well. Both are promised to be the answer to optimal health by many. Although both smoothies and juices offer nutritional benefits, is one really better than the other? Here is a look of some of the advantages of each. Benefits of Juicing With few Americans getting the...
How Meditation Can Accelerate Fat Loss
A recent study by American and Italian neuroscientists sheds new light on why it may be so difficult to lose weight. Research results show that complex processes in the brain’s hypothalamus instruct you to eat enough to maintain your current weight, regardless of whether it is healthy or not. Once a heavier weight is the norm, your brain resets,...
Top 4 Reasons Why Krill Oil is Better Than Fish Oil
We hear all the time how good fish oil, and the omega-3's it contains, is for our health. While there is no denying that fish oil is of nutritional benefit, there is something that may be even better. Krill are tiny crustaceans that resemble shrimp. They are found mainly in the chilly waters of the Antarctic and Arctic oceans...
