Eat These 8 Veggies to Accelerate Fat Loss
Of course, it goes without saying that you should get your carbohydrates from whole foods, not refined sugar, high fructose corn syrup or processed food. Obviously, if you have to choose between a carrot and a bag of chips, the carrot should always win out. Vegetables are nutrient-dense, meaning they provide a big bang for their 'buck.' They are...
Your Hot Body Detox! Clean Out Toxins With a Trip to the Sauna
Toxins take a toll on our bodies and on our livers, which were not designed to handle a full load of assaults day in and day out. These foreign invaders sneak into our bloodstreams where they get dumped all around the body and in both connective tissue and fat. This literally turns us into walking toxic bombs. Why Toxins are...
Why We Need Organic Farming to Save Our Earth
The natural system works well, supremely well, when left untampered with. A delicate thread holds that which is alive and that which is dead together on this planet we call home. Matter rots and returns to the earth. In the process, it nourishes it and prepares the ground for new planting. The rich soil teems with life, microorganisms and...
Is Your Yard Toxic?
With temperatures warming in most parts of the country, it is time for those pesky little fleas and ticks to start biting and re-populating. There is nothing pleasant about being bitten. Fleas and ticks can be dangerous, causing problems for both pets and their owners. Determined not to let the fleas and ticks ruin your party or hitch a ride...
How to Juice Like a Pro
So, you have made the decision to start juicing. This is good news. Juicing is a great addition to a healthy diet and can cleanse the body of unwanted toxins, improve digestion and regulate metabolism. Once you have decided to try juicing there are a few things to take care of before you begin. Here are some tips to help...
Why New-Age “Natural” May Not Be Healthy At All
What's the latest trend? Natural, that's the buzz - everyone wants "natural" and is willing to pay more for it. Eating natural seems to mean healthy to most Americans. The big question is: has the real definition of natural been so contorted that it is just seven letters slapped on a food label with the intention of misleading consumers? What Does...
Don’t Put Your Heart At Risk with Yo-Yo Diets: 13 Ways to Avoid
Have you ever gone on a diet, lost a lot of weight, only to gain it all back again and have to begin your diet again? This is called yo-yo dieting and is very dangerous to health. According to a Wake Forest University study, postmenopausal women who lose and regain weight increase their risk of developing heart disease and type...
Top 2 Worst Foods for Summer Barbeques
For many Americans, hot dogs on the grill are a Memorial Day tradition. However, most brands are filled with truly disgusting ingredients and an assortment of potential hazards to your health. If you are a barbeque lover, rest assured that there ARE much healthier grilling options than hot dogs. The Worst: Oscar Mayer Bacon Hot Dogs The winner is.... Oscar Mayer’s new...
U.S. Senator Works to Repeal the Monsanto Protection Act
Last Sunday, Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley announced his proposed amendment to the Farm Bill which aims to eliminate the Monsanto Protection Act, citing it as, “one of the most outrageous special interest provisions in years.” This is excellent news to countless Americans who are outraged by the secretive manner in which this provision was passed, and by its troubling...
7 Ways to Fight Bronchitis Naturally
Chronic respiratory infections including chronic bronchitis are the third leading cause of death in the United States. Those that suffer from chronic bronchitis have trouble breathing and experience continual coughing because of lung inflammation. To treat this very serious condition, medical practitioners often prescribe inhalers or other pharmaceutical aids that do little more than mask the symptoms. Studies noted in the...
