Good health begins with good food... and good food begins in the garden! Sharing this important and satisfying skill with your children will lay the foundation for their happier, healthier futures. This is also a must-read for any parent who wants to bond more deeply with their little ones...
It’s no wonder that we sometimes need a health practitioner to guide us through life. But there’s a new profession that’s emerging in the wellness space; the nutrition coach. What’s does this entail? I’m here to help you find out.
Dr James Dowd, who works at the Arthritis Institute of Michigan, has been prescribing vitamin D to people suffering from chronic disorders. Just in case there were any doubts about the importance of vitamin D - the 'sunshine' vitamin - two major studies published last week confirmed just how essential …
It is difficult to imagine that a pharmaceutical approach to lowering cholesterol could have a downside. After all, cholesterol is associated to so many health issues, right? Or so it seems. We are revealing some of the great cholesterol myths!
It will be no surprise to you that meditation heals the mind, but studies also show that it can have huge benefits for your body by protecting you from harmful diseases.
Yuri Elkaim discusses the potential health effects of a diet high in acidic foods and gives some simple and tasty swaps for more alkaline alternatives!
GMO has finally been proven to be as bad as everybody thought, causing grotesque tumors, organ damage, and death to young rats. If it can do this to a rat, what can it do to you and your family?
Coconut oil is a super oil that comes with a host of benefits from boosting immunity and metabolism to managing sugar cravings. Discover 10 reasons why it should be a star feature in your kitchen.
If you’re having trouble losing belly fat, you might have too much of this fat-storing hormone. Follow these steps to slow down the production of this stubborn hormone - and start losing weight.
Bentonite clay is a natural way to help rid your body of toxins. Here are the best ways to use it!
Philadelphia’s Mayor, Jim Kenney, has introduced a soda tax on all sugar and artificially-sweetened beverages. This initiative can change more than just people's health but also boost education and reduce poverty!
Sometimes I feel that it would be infinitely easier to pretend that our world's healthcare problems do not exist. It would be bliss to trust that our food industry operates with the public's best interests at heart, that the FDA and the pharmaceutical industry are committed to human health, and …
One of the best ways to protect your health is by keeping your gut flora healthy with naturally fermented foods. Instead of waiting for signs and symptoms of a problem, perform some regular gut maintenance and learn how to make your own naturally fermented vegetables at home with just a …
Most store-bought versions of granola contain the equivalent sugar levels of a chocolate cake for dessert! The good news is that you can create your own version at home. It will taste better, have a lot less sugar, and offer you more health benefits. It takes no time at all …
This chocolate crackle slice is a healthy alternative to the traditional version you most likely ate as a kid. With Christmas in mind, I added a few cranberries and pistachios to the recipe to give it a slight festive vibe. Unlike the kiddie version, you may remember this one is …