AGEs are toxic compounds, called glycotoxins, produced by complex chemical reactions in foods. When a food is cooked in a dry heat, grilled, broiled, roasted, seared and/or fried, AGE chemicals have been shown to increase. These compounds are Continue reading →
Baking soda is a very common substance, crystalline in structure, though commonly found in the supermarkets in powder form. Known formally as sodium bicarbonate, it is an alkaline salt. It already has many uses such as toothpaste or as mouth Continue reading →
Coffee is a contentious issue for some in the health food arena. Although the widely-beloved and versatile drink may trigger some anxiety and/or jitteriness in some, on the whole it’s been touted as being beneficial for a wide variety of Continue reading →
More and more research shows the benefits of regular exercise on the human body. In a recent study, regular exercise is shown to drastically reduce the risk of heart disease when compared to those who sit for long Continue reading →
An new trial in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine has shown benefits in thyroid hormone production for those taking Ashwagandha. The trial had participants with subclinical hypothyroidism.
Subclinical hypothyroidism is a condition where the body produces Continue reading →
An new trial in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine has shown benefits in thyroid hormone production for those taking Ashwagandha. The trial had participants with subclinical hypothyroidism.
Subclinical hypothyroidism is a condition where the body produces Continue reading →
Intermittent fasting is the act of refraining from eating for specific periods of time in order to accomplish a number of different goals, whether it be weight loss, overall health or detoxing. But although it’s been a very popular method Continue reading →
Experts are warning those celebrating the holidays this season not to taste raw cookie dough because of the very serious risk of contracting E. Coli. E. Coli or Escherichia coli are bacteria found in the world around us, Continue reading →
A new study produced by the German Society of Nutrition has proven intermittent fasting offers no significant advantages over other forms of dieting. Intermittent fasting is a trendy form of dieting requiring participants to cycle between periods of Continue reading →
Potatoes occupy a strange place in food. Many consider potatoes to be rich in nutrients and contain antioxidants while naturally being free of gluten. They may improve digestive health and can be very filling, helping some people lose weight. Then Continue reading →
