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10 Foods to Support Your Nervous System

by The Food Matters Team Feb 18, 2025 2.5K Views

It's essential to support your nervous system with nutrient-rich foods to enhance our brain function, reduce stress, and protect nerve cells. Discover the top foods and nutrients that promote resilience, cognitive health, and overall well-being.

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Have You Ever Wanted To Try The Raw Food Diet?

by Ivette Rieksts Feb 06, 2018 2.4K Views

There is a lot more to going raw than just eating celery and carrot sticks! Let’s take a look at the key principles and guidelines to going raw.

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7 Health Benefits of Garlic

by Tess Patrick Feb 01, 2020 2.9K Views

Garlic. A fragrant kitchen staple that punches well above its weight, but has developed a bad reputation for bad breath. Aside from warding off vampires and making a beautiful pasta sauce, garlic also houses a powerful compound - allicin. It’s mouthwatering, it’s satiating, and there’s an evergrowing list of health …

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The Gut Brain Axis

by Dr. Libby Weaver Oct 25, 2018 4.5K Views

Science tells us that our brain, our gut, and our gut microbiome (the community of gut bugs living in our intestine) communicate with each other via the ‘microbiota-gut-brain axis’.

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6 Healing Benefits Of Probiotics

May 16, 2012 154K Views

After years of bad eating habits that left your gut inflamed and irritated, start treating your digestive system right! Start with this natural gut-healing recipe that uses the power of these whole foods to beat inflammation.

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10 Ingredients Every Plant-Based Pantry Needs

by James Colquhoun Aug 13, 2019 29K Views

The benefits of a plant-based diet are abundant, but in order to get the most out of this healthy lifestyle choice, you should be well organized with a pantry stocked with the key ingredients to make your own delicious and nutritious meals.

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Dementia (A Personal Story)

by Laurentine ten Bosch Apr 10, 2017 13K Views

Food Matters cofounder, Laurentine ten Bosch, shares her personal story about dealing with Alzheimer's.

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Is Revolutionary Pineapple Leather The Way For Sustainable Fashion?

by Ashleigh Jensen Aug 26, 2016 1.5K Views

Pineapple and kombucha clothing? Yes, it’s a ‘thing’! As more and more industries begin to adopt sustainable practices, the fashion and textile industry is just another one playing their part. Can fabrics made of food be the way to a sustainable future?

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Is Bacteria Controlling Your Brain?

by Amethyst Tagney Mar 01, 2018 5.7K Views

Although the bacteria in question resides in your digestive tract, scientists have reason to believe microbes can communicate and alter the way our brains function. Mental disorders such as depression, anxiety, and autism are thought to be linked to the microbiome that lives inside us.

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How Your Gut Health Shapes Your Immune System

by The Food Matters Team Feb 11, 2025 2.7K Views

The health of your gut plays a critical role in regulating your immune system and preventing autoimmune conditions. Learn how leaky gut, diet, and lifestyle factors influence immunity and explore actionable steps to support a balanced gut microbiome for long-term wellness.

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Top 6 Sources of Plant-Based Protein

by James Colquhoun Nov 07, 2019 13K Views

Regardless of what lifestyle you live, meat eater or not, everyone can benefit from eating more plant foods. This article talks all about great sources of protein found in plants!

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Yeast Is A Cause of Cancer And Turmeric Can Kill Both, Research Confirms

by Sayer Ji Jun 26, 2016 13K Views

Once again, turmeric is proving its healing powers. Sayer Ji talks about a recent study where yeast is named as a cancer causer and turmeric's healing benefits are explored.

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Top Tips for Seasonally Adjusting Your Diet with Recipes

by The Food Matters Team Oct 08, 2024 1.6K Views

Learn how to seasonally adjust your diet for optimal health with nutrient-dense, locally sourced foods that align with the changing needs of your body throughout the year. Discover the benefits of eating seasonally and how to prepare fresh, nourishing meals for each season.

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Juicing vs. Blending: Which One Is Better?

Jul 01, 2021 165K Views

Juices and smoothies both play an important role in any wellness program. We know both are beneficial but in very different ways. Here's a comparison that explains the differences between juicing vs. blending.

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16 Warning Signs You Have Adrenal Fatigue and How to Beat it Forever

Jun 21, 2011 142K Views

If you’re tired, craving junk food, and feeling depressed, you could be experiencing adrenal failure. Here are the tell-tale signs of adrenal fatigue you could be missing- and how to fight them.


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