Aluminum Toxicity? You Might Need More Magnesium
Chances are that you’ve heard of mercury poisoning, food poisoning and possibly even hemlock poisoning, but have you ever heard of aluminum poisoning? Not many people have heard of this type of poisoning, so they are not aware of how common it is and the detrimental effects it can have on a person. There are many different ways you...
Pruney Wet Fingers Sign of Evolutionary Adaptation?
Wrinkles that form on our fingers and toes when underwater could be an evolutionary adaption that allows us to manipulate objects more easily. Fingers and toes wrinkle in water after about 5 minutes due to the constriction of blood vessels. This reduction in volume pulls the skin inward, but as the skin's surface area cannot change, it wrinkles. A study...
Dark Chocolate and Red Wine for a Healthy Valentine’s Day
Are you looking to pamper your valentine with a special evening, while still remaining health-conscious? The delicious combination of dark chocolate truffles and a glass of red wine offer the perfect recipe for a romantic evening, with wellness benefits to boot. According to Susan Ofria, a registered dietician at Loyola University, “red wine and dark chocolate have positive components...
Why Going Organic Goes Well Beyond Nutritional Information
The organic industry is hot; it's the fastest growing sector of the supermarket, increasing in sales from $3.6 billion to $24.4 billion between the years of 1997 to 2011. The topic of organic foods has received even more attention recently in response to a study released from Stanford University in September 2012, which concluded that there isn't much difference...
Keep Your Muscles As You Age With Diet and Strength Training
Robert De Niro, 69, and Sly Stallone, 65, are training for an upcoming boxing film, "Grudge Match," about aging rivals heading back into the ring. Just the idea of those two shirtless in trunks makes us think about the importance of preserving muscle mass as you age. After all, even the fittest athletes lose muscle tone with passing decades. Here's...
Medicine of Kings Battles AIDS, Inflammation, Cancer and More
In the deep forests of China and Japan hides an incredible secret: an ancient remedy for virtually every ailment that plagues mankind.  At first glance, the reishi mushroom appears like any other mushroom. It protrudes from the bark of trees, and does not look especially appetizing. Indeed, it is bitter and earthy to the taste; not a typical mushroom...
5 Belly Fat Burning, Cancer Fighting, Immune Boosting Seeds
Seeds can provide one of the biggest bangs for your buck when it comes to nutrition. Packed full of vitamins, minerals, fiber and essential fatty acids, many people are beginning to realize the importance of adding seeds to their diet, including increased energy, an improved digestive system and overall better health. At the recent Winter Fancy Food Show held in...
Lemongrass: A Delicious Ancient Remedy
Lemongrass, a native plant of Southeast Asia and Africa, has long been hailed by chefs for its succulent lemon-like aroma. This razor-bladed grass is especially prevalent in Thai cuisine. Aside from the joy it brings to the taste buds, lemongrass is a powerful cure-all. In Indian Ayurvedic and Chinese medicines, it has been a staple ingredient in medicinal teas...
Antibiotic Use In Livestock Poses Major Threat To World’s Health
A recent study conducted on Chinese commercial pig farms has found extremely high levels of antibiotic resistance genes (ARG’s) in pigs. China is the world’s largest producer of antibiotics, in fact, they use four times as many antibiotics for veterinary use than the United States. Although this study took place in China, it is a reflection to what is happening...
The Anti-nutrient Wreaking Havoc on Your Immune System
Most people are addicted to sugar without realizing it. Unfortunately, sugar is not only an anti-nutrient wreaking havoc on your immune system, it's also the likely culprit of your mood swings and fatigue. Sugar is an anti-nutrient as it provides zero nutritional value and simultaneously steals nutrients from your body so it can be digested. Processed sugars and artificial sweeteners...
