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The Power Of Chia Seeds

On May 25, 2013 / Blog, Food, Healing Foods, Health, Healthy Food / Leave a comment

The Power Of Chia Seeds Author: Mary Dezfoli Chia seeds are a historical super food that has been used by the Aztecs, Mayans and Incas. In reality, Chia means “strength” in the dialect of the Mayans, and was regarded as running food because messengers would run all day with the help of these tiny seeds. Chia seeds were regarded as medicine and were actually prized more than gold due to their amazing health enhancing attributes. Chia seeds are high in: * Protein; * Fiber; * Magnesium, * Calcium, and, best of all, * ALA, a type of omega-3 fatty acid.

Eating Mango is Really Beneficial for Health

On April 20, 2013 / Blog, Food, Healing Foods, Health, Healthy Food, Natural Remedies / Leave a comment

Eating Mango is Really Beneficial for Health Author: Corwin Brown The mango originated in Southeast Asia where it has been grown for over 4,000 years. Over the years mango groves have spread to many parts of the tropical and sub-tropical world, where the climate allows the mango to grow best. Mango trees are evergreens that will grow to 60 feet tall. The mango tree will fruit 4 to 6 years after planting. Mango trees require hot, dry periods to set and produce a good crop. Most of the mangos sold in the United States are imported from Mexico, Haiti, the

Boost Your Health With Natural Blackberries

On February 25, 2013 / Blog, Food, Gardening, Healing Foods, Health, Healthy Food, Natural Remedies / Leave a comment

Boost Your Health With Natural Blackberries Author: Darrell Miller Most commonly known for being made into jams and jellies, the berries, leaves, and root bark of the blackberry plant are used to provide many medicinal effects. The Ancient Greeks and Europeans used blackberry to treat gout. In Asian countries, the unripe berries were used to treat kidney problems. The leaves have been used in the Middle East as a remedy for bleeding gums for at least two thousand years. Native Americans have used blackberry root tea to cure dysentery. The blackberry plant is a thorny perennial shrub or vine. It

pH – What is it?

On February 9, 2013 / Blog, Clean Water, Exercise, Food, Health / Leave a comment

pH – What is it? Author: Daniel Van Bogelen Knowing the critical role “pH” in respect to the body and health cannot be overstated. Because the body is a colloidal (liquid and mineral) system, pH is the thermometer of life and health for the body. Out of balance pH describers a metabolic condition that is the precondition for sickness and disease. The need for understanding pH is therefore a critical concept and its importance cannot be overstated. The purpose of this article is to introduce a definition of pH and a perspective on its importance in the body. The combination

Fat Burning Foods – Which Foods Keep you Fit

On December 29, 2012 / Blog, Food, Health, Healthy Food, Physical / Leave a comment

Fat Burning Foods – Which Foods Keep you Fit Author: Dr John Anne Fat burning foods refer to specific type of foods that either burn fats accumulated in the body or improve metabolism. Adding these types of foods in your regular diet, you can easily wash out the fat from your body and keep yourself fit and healthy. In practice, foods function like fuel where metabolism as an engine. You put foods like a fuel to your metabolism engine, and it uses some of the foods to make energy that is required to keep us moving and alive. However, not

Discover the Power of Healthy Cacao Chocolate

On November 5, 2012 / Blog, Food, Healing Foods, Health, Healthy Food / Leave a comment

Discover the Power of Healthy Cacao Chocolate Author: Bryce Woodard We All Love Chocolate but do You Really Know How Great Chocolate is for You? In ancient Aztec times chocolate or ‘Cacao’ was sacred and was associated with fertility and love. Cacao was thought of as food for the gods and was even used as currency. Now, why do I call it Cacao and not Cocoa? Raw cacao is the unprocessed bean used to make cocoa powder. Cocoa powder is processed and some of the good natural fats are eliminated. The beans from the cacao tree contain powerful antioxidants that

Real Red Velvet Cupcake Recipe (Neo-Paleo, Gluten-Free, Grain-Free)

On October 28, 2012 / Blog, Food, Healthy Food / Leave a comment

Real Red Velvet Cupcake Recipe (Neo-Paleo, Gluten-Free, Grain-Free) Author: Abel James In the days before “red” was an ingredient, red velvet cupcakes were actually made with FOOD that was red – namely, beets. Hold the phone…beets in your cupcakes? Yes, you can put vegetables in your cupcakes, as well as my other deserts. And you should, too. It’s not even fair how good these cupcakes are. And never fear – they’re gluten-free and grain-free, as well. Kinda goes with the Paleo/Primal plan – swap your grains for some fresh veggies (true story – with a little creativity, you can put

Easy How-to for Urban Gardening of Healthy Organic Vegetables

On October 28, 2012 / Blog, Food, Gardening, Physical / Leave a comment

Easy How-to for Urban Gardening of Healthy Organic Vegetables Author: C.L. Hendricks Many people who live in an urban setting think that they cannot take advantage of the benefits of having their own vegetable garden due to space concerns. This is a common misconception. All it requires is a little planning and creativeness to have the same types of healthy organic vegetables your friends who live in the suburbs grow. Tomato plants are perfect for urban gardening in containers and all that is required is decent 5 gallon bucket with holes punched in the bottom for drainage. You then place

Kids and Healthy Eating

On September 18, 2012 / Blog, children, Family, Food, Healthy Food / Leave a comment

Kids and Healthy Eating Author: rachelgrishe As a parent I want my children to be able to eat what they love. The times, when I serve them meals which they don’t particularly like, and I watch them eat without enthusiasm, break my heart. I have to strive not to cave in and give them what they crave, but which I believe is not proper nutrition. However, I’m not so stringent, really. Once or twice a week, I give them what they love. But, what I’d really want for them is to get used to eating healthy foods and to learn

Green Vegetables From The Superfoods List Provide Supreme Health Benefits

On September 17, 2012 / Blog, Food, Gardening, Healing Foods, Health, Healthy Food, Physical / Leave a comment

Green Vegetables From The Superfoods List Provide Supreme Health Benefits Author: Jesse Baxter If you’re searching to get optimal health it’s a key factor to give energy to your body with the appropriate vitamins and nutrients everyday from foods on the superfoods list. Getting enough Green Vegetables in your diet is often difficult as you need considerable quantities of them (five to ten servings daily) in order to continue a desired balance in your system. Eating the appropriate quantity of Green Vegetables is remarkably troublesome to keep up with. The best way to eat Vegetables is in the raw form

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