When someone asks me what the most important nutrients are that they should be getting, my response is: All of them. Fact is, your body must have the full array of nutrients to function the way it’s supposed to—nutrients are not optional. While all of the 2,000 or so vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients are impressive …
Every year, the unveiling of the Environmental Working Group’s ‘Clean Fifteen’ and ‘Dirty Dozen’ lists provides valuable guidance for health-conscious shoppers seeking the cleanest possible produce. The latest release continued the usual trend, except for a couple of common crops showing “less than one percent detectable pesticides,” even in non-organic forms. Yet, the pesticide conundrum …
Intermittent Fasting (IF), a weight loss method that alternates between periods of eating and fasting, has gained immense popularity over the years for its simplicity and the promise of effective weight loss. Typically, this regimen involves restricting food intake to a specific window of time each day, the most common being the 16:8 method, where …
Lemon water sounds like a good idea, and you’ve probably seen pictures on Pinterest of large pitchers of water with vibrant lemons and the top 10 reasons why you should be drinking it. It’s easy to take these images and lists at face value, and most won’t end up actually drinking lemon water regularly, rather be able tell their …
For millennia, various cultures have revered the bay leaf not just in the kitchen but also in medicine. Traditionally, these leaves have been turned into poultices, crumbled for therapeutic applications, or distilled into essential oils. An interesting and relatively contemporary practice involves burning bay leaves, with advocates asserting that the resulting smoke can confer a …
Eating healthy is not always top of mind for everyone. However, when you consider you can help reduce your odds of diseases, including cancer, it’s funny more people don’t jump on the healthy eating bandwagon. While we all have our food weaknesses and cravings, it’s good to know there are some basic diet rules that …
Ever wondered about adding garlic to your toilet bowl? It might strike as odd, but this versatile plant has remarkable attributes that make it quite beneficial for toilet hygiene and maintenance. This practice traces back generations and holds testament to its effectiveness. Let’s unravel the magic behind this exceptional technique that boasts numerous advantages. Tidying …
Ask any expert, “What are the best ways to fight cancer?”, and you’ll likely be told advice such as to eat a healthy diet, exercise and avoid smoking. You’re probably aware of the protective effects that certain cancer-fighting foods, such leafy greens and berries for examples, can have on your immune system and overall health. …
Vitamins play an indispensable role in maintaining our health. These micronutrients, though required in small amounts, are crucial for a variety of physiological functions, from bolstering the immune system to aiding in wound healing. Among these essential vitamins, Vitamin A stands out for its numerous benefits. When consumed within the recommended limits, it aids in …
Dementia is a general term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life. It is estimated that 46.8 million people worldwide are living with dementia and this figure is projected to triple by 2050. Unfortunately, dementia prevention is difficult and there is no known cure. With this in mind, researchers …
The human brain remains one of the most enigmatic organs, even in today’s age of scientific breakthroughs. Hidden within its intricate networks is the pineal gland, a small yet crucial component often referred to as the “third eye.” Recent discoveries, however, are revealing its deeper significance. Alarmingly, there seems to be a compelling link between …
Is your ideal Saturday night out and about with friends or on your couch with a book or finishing a project? If you are the latter you may just be a highly intelligent individual, not a grinch. What is Intelligence? The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines intelligence as the ability to learn or understand or to deal …