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No matter who you are or what your health goals may be, you cannot go wrong when it comes to introducing smoothies or juices into your life. By drinking these potent beverages, you’re literally changing your cells. You’re providing your body with vital nutrients, minerals, and antioxidants in an easy-to-digest form. Everything about you will improve, including your sleep, your happiness, […]

Many studies have suggested that increasing consumption of watermelon can help decrease the risk of obesity and overall mortality, diabetes, and heart disease. Watermelon also promotes healthier complexions and hair, as well as increasing energy levels. One cup of diced watermelon (152 grams) contains 43 calories, 0 grams of fat, 2 grams of sodium, 11 […]

J.I. Rodale, the man who founded Rodale Publishing, launched the organic farming movement in America. A strong believer in the power of food to heal, he knew long before organic went mainstream that producing the healthiest food meant growing it in the healthiest soil — soil enriched naturally with organic matter, not synthetic, petroleum-based fertilizers that can rob it […]

Have trouble getting a good night’s rest? We all do at times. With the stress in our modern environment, it can become difficult to fall asleep, stay asleep and wake up feeling rested. Stress and electromagnetic frequencies from cell phones, computers, and other electronics play a role. Bright lights and so many other factors can […]

This past February, I was thrown off of my health high-horse. What first started as a headache, fever, and body aches, quickly escalated into an excruciating migraine, debilitating muscle stiffness, and an overwhelming sense of nausea. I was hit with what I thought was a nasty case of the seasonal flu, and it sucked. But I powered through, drinking […]

The typical  American diet is a deadly one, consisting primarily of toxic and acid-forming foods like processed sugars, artificial sweeteners,  refined grains, conventionally produced meats and dairy, and hidden genetically modified organisms. All this, combined with a plethora of other challenging environmental factors (such as lack of rest, psychological stress, and pharmaceutical drugs), mean it’s no wonder […]

Who does not love a good blueberry, I know I do! Why not grow them at home, we are talking about a fruit that takes no time at all to grow, and will thrive in a small place. Blueberries are packed with health benefits, they are filled with antioxidants and phytonutrients. They help improve memory, […]

One of the oldest known fruits, found in writings and artifacts of many cultures and religions, the pomegranate (punica granatum) is an original native of Persia. This nutrient dense, antioxidant rich fruit has been revered as a symbol of health, fertility and eternal life. There are many that believe that pomegranates were in the Garden […]

It’s becoming harder and harder for many people to trust food companies that proclaim their products to be “healthier” alternatives in this era where GMOs and unnecessary chemicals have become so commonplace. Every food package boasts countless health “benefits” and yet most of these products are still the exact same foods that have caused Americans […]

  Dr. Arjan Khalsa shows us how to make an amazing healing recipe with turmeric,  one of her favorite all-time, multi-talented remedies for many different ailments.

Thousands of farmers throughout India are reverting back to traditional farming methods as the consequences of Western agriculture have begun to negatively impact the region’s food and water supply, and the health of its people. More than 40 years after the “Green Revolution,” a period in which India’s agricultural yields skyrocketed following the introduction of […]

Did you know that a single culinary serving of spices in the form of curry can dilate your arteries, preventing the cardiovascular harms associated with eating common foods? While spices are thought of mainly as culinary agents for the aesthetical enhancement of the flavor of food, they are also powerful medicinal agents, and in certain […]

These Following recipes will help to reverse your Type 2 diabetes in 1 week, especially when these juices are combined with the Death to Diabetes plant-based Super Meal Protocol; and, you avoid eating pasta, rice, potatoes, corn, and processed foods made with flour, wheat, gluten, sugar, corn syrup, and partially hydrogenated oils (trans fats). Spinach […]

Practiced for thousands of years by cultures around the world –detoxification is about resting, cleansing and nourishing the body from the inside out. By removing and eliminating toxins, then feeding your body with healthy nutrients, detoxifying can help protect you from disease and renew your ability to maintain optimum health. These foods will assist in […]

Last week, an EU court ruled Italy cannot ban the cultivation of an EU-approved genetically modified crop, thus publicly supporting GMO. At the same time, Russia has been ramping up production and export of organic food. GMO has been banned in Russia since 2016. “Recently the organic food market has definitely expanded in Russia. The […]

Our skin may be the largest organ in our bodies, but it’s also the last place to receive nutrients. So, if your skin is supple, and looks all dewy and glowing, it generally means that your insides are in pretty good shape. However it is common for your skin to go through phases where it […]

There are now more reasons to consider skipping your next shrimp cocktail. In a startling new Consumer Reports study, bacteria was detected in more than half the raw shrimp that was tested, with some also tainted with illegal antibiotic residues. For the study, How Safe is Your Shrimp?, scientists analyzed 342 packages of frozen shrimp—284 raw and 58 cooked samples—purchased […]

Winter is synonymous with a lot of things like snow, ice, mittens, the holidays, and hot cocoa. Despite all of these cheery symbolisms, winter is a very dark time. Tis the season for vitamin D supplements since the sky is usually cloudy, and many people wake up for work or school before dawn and come […]

So you’ve read about the health benefits of turmeric, but not sure how you can use it? Here’s a smoothie recipe that uses it in the most refreshing way while offering a host of health benefits! Turmeric would have to be one of Mother Nature’s best gifts! With uses from detoxing the body, lower inflammation […]

Spices are a ubiquitous staple in every household pantry, and are widely referred to in cookbooks and television show recipes. But what exactly is in those spices? Research from Kansas State University in Olathe studied 10 different spices, and found four to contain contaminants that could be harmful to your health. Following a recent report from the Food and […]

Is India on its way to becoming an entirely organic nation? Just over two years ago, in September 2014, the Indian Government launched their revolutionary  Rastriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (National Agriculture Development Program) as a way to encourage organic farming, and decrease dependence on chemical agents. In January 2015,  the state of Sikkim was declared as […]

“Your parmesan cheese products do not contain any parmesan,” stated one of several FDA warnings to Castle Cheese Inc., in 2012. Another alarmingly rebuked, “your product labels declare that the products are parmesan cheese or romano cheese, but they are in fact a mixture of trimmings of various cheeses and other ingredients.” Though it might […]

If you read our previous article about the “Japanese Water Cure,” you are already familiar with some of the many advantages of drinking water first thing in the morning, but the benefits don’t stop there. Just by adding a squeeze of fresh, organic lemon juice to your water glass, you can realize 34 additional ways […]

Throughout human history and in all areas of study, one thing remains constant: Everything we believe to be certain will change. Einstein’s published paper on special relativity, for example, which challenged the accepted framework of knowledge and understanding at the time, forced the scientific community to open up to an alternative view regarding the nature […]

There are many heavy metals that people are exposed to regularly without realizing it. Mercury, cadmium, and aluminum, among others, are able to imbed themselves into our central nervous systems and bones, bio-accumulating for years until we start to suffer acute health problems from heavy metal poisoning. Fortunately, there is a simple one-two-combination that helps to chelate heavy […]

Let’s be honest. When humans set out to improve on something natural, it tends to backfire, with health and the environment taking the brunt of the fumble. Want proof? Look no further than the agricultural industry. In the effort to produce more for less cost, concern for the well-being of consumers and the planet at […]

Our health depends on a variety of factors, primarily our physical and emotional well-being. These two forms of our health are largely influenced by the foods we eat, the movement we get, the relationships we have, and the environments we’re exposed to. Our previous health histories and genetics of course play a part, but we […]

5 Reasons Why You Should Be Eating Avocados Every Day We’ve all heard the age old quote, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Now we say, “an avocado a day keeps the doctor away, forever!” and here are 5 reasons why. 1. Avocados Won’t Make You Fat Fast food, chips, soda, white bread…those are […]

Trying to go alkaline? It’s easier when you know which foods help your get to and stay in an alkaline state. A general rule of thumb is that you can eat these foods without worrying about any acidic effect they’ll have, although some are more alkaline than others. IT ISN’T NECESSARY TO EAT ONLY ALKALINE […]

By this point we are all more than aware of the options we are faced with when shopping for food, especially produce. Mostly because of its higher price point – although the gap is shrinking – the vast majority of us opt away from the organic section to buy conventional. This Swedish family, featured in […]

Making dietary changes can be tough. It is by far one of the biggest topics I discuss with people when it comes to questions about making healthy lifestyle changes.  One of the toughest parts? We are addicted to many foods and how they make us feel. Processed foods are so important to get off of […]

Is it possible to look half your age? Most definitely! And Liu Yelin is walking proof. The Chinese mother of one who rarely wears makeup is nearly 50 years old yet looks so young people think her 22-year-old son is her boyfriend. Without a wrinkle in sight and a super-toned body, Liu is constantly stunning […]

The U.S. is one of the only countries on Earth that keeps chicken eggs in cold storage. But why? One of the most common health risks, when it comes to eggs, is posed by Salmonella bacteria. There are really only two ways Salmonella can get at an egg: the first is to contaminate the egg externally, on the surface of […]

Every country makes an effort to improve the quality of the food its citizens consume. For instance, Japanese lunch is more than east eating. The video presented in this article allows us to learn more about the proper manners which precede and follow a meal. Of course, the manners during the meal are not excluded. […]

So you want lean muscle mass, eh? Then put down that burger and listen up! Regardless of all that propaganda out there telling you that beef is the best way to increase your muscle mass or that egg whites and chicken are foods you should eat to get lean, those health hypes couldn’t be further […]

Blueberries are miraculous natural medicine. If they were prescription medications, they would be called a “miracle” health breakthrough and an unprecedented milestone in medical science. Yet you can get them without a prescription, without a visit to the doctor and without “permission” from your health insurance provider. And unlike toxic prescription medications, blueberries are incredibly delicious. […]

Study find arteriosclerosis is one of the diseases that causes the most deaths instead of cancer around the world each year. This is because certain foods lead to plaque buildup in the arteries, blocking blood flow and increasing heart attack chance. Arteries are blood vessels charged for transporting oxygen-rich blood from the heart to every […]

Drugs are synthetic versions of resveratrol, found in red wine Research shows drugs which could prevent cancer and diabetes now viable Medication can be taken topically or orally No drugs yet developed to target aging skin Drugs that could combat ageing and help people to live to 150-years-old may be available within five years, following […]

Here is a delicious and easy way to boost your body’s ability to respond to allergies, infections and inflammatory conditions. Medicinal mushroom experts have been telling us for years that mushrooms can help prevent numerous immunological conditions, including cancer and inflammatory ailments. Is this simply wishful thinking? No. These effects have been backed with hard science. […]

We suggest that you prepare this ancient folk super-tea recipe that cures more than 50 health conditions, and it contains oriental spices such as: turmeric, cloves, ginger, cinnamon, cardamom… In India turmeric is used since ancient times to eliminate the toxins from the body, and to treat nausea, vomiting, nematodes, and today there is scientific […]

Modern unhealthy diets and polluted environment cause toxins to build up in our bodies, which is why a detoxification program is so important. Detoxification improves circulation, eliminates wastes, and refuels the body. Many detoxification programs involve lengthy fasts, which can be dangerous and difficult. The truth is you don’t have to fall back on these […]

Wow… from one woman to another, bravo Yulia for doing this experiment and reaching amazing results! There is no question about the healthiness of the banana, but this experiment could resolve even the deepest doubt. Let’s talk about the results a little bit later. First, please welcome Yulia Tarabath, a nutritionist and motivational coach. What’s […]

Do you enjoy eating walnuts often? You may be helping your heart without even realizing it. New research shows that eating a handful of walnuts a day protects the body against heart disease. Eating walnuts regularly can decrease your risk and provide permanent protection from heart disease. This research also shows us that there is […]

Given Ben & Jerry’s tree-hugging image, it might be a surprise to some of its fans that the company’s ice cream includes genetically modified organisms (GMOs) among its ingredients.  It does, but now the Unilever (UL -0.17%) brand is promising to eliminate the controversial food products, pledging to go completely GMO-free by 2014. Currently, about 80% of ingredients in its […]

Green tea is widely praised for its ability to halt the effects of aging, prevent dementia, fight cancer and much more thanks to the power of its high antioxidant content, but one similar, albeit lesser known, drink has it beat according to research from an important university study — Matcha. The carefully prepared, powdered cousin […]

Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food. — Hippocrates, father of medicine, 431 B.C. Eat Food. Not Too much. Mostly Plants. — Michael Pollan, renowned food expert and journalist, 2007 A.D. The healing properties of food have been reported by cultures worldwide throughout history. However, the past decade has presented an explosion of clinical research […]

Intermittent fasting can provide many important health benefits, including improving your insulin/leptin sensitivity, helping your body more effectively burn fat for fuel, increasing mental clarity and overall energy levels, and more.  For years I agonized over finding the diet, eating schedule, and workout routine that best suited my goals and lifestyle. It took up a ton of mental […]

Humans have spent the last 10,000 years mastering agriculture. But a freak summer storm or bad drought can still mar many a well-planted harvest. Not anymore, says Japanese plant physiologist Shigeharu Shimamura, who has moved industrial-scale farming under the roof. Working in Miyagi Prefecture in eastern Japan, which was badly hit by powerful earthquake and […]

Most of us cherish the feeling of gulping down an ice cold brew. For many of us, it doesn’t even matter if it’s morning, afternoon, night, or a time unknown to our drunken selves. But hey, it’s beer, the sweet nectar of the gods, so luckily no one blames us, right? We all know beer […]

Most of us know turmeric as just a vivid orange spice, something we might add to curries for an extra flavour boost, or use to colour rice a magnificent yellow. But there is far more to this humble plant than first meets the eye. Recent research has proved what countries in South Asia have known […]