A half-dozen or more diet books are based on the anti-inflammatory idea — and numerous web sites promote “anti-inflammatory” eating. Each has its own spin. But experts concede that anti-inflammation eating is more effective for some health problems than others — and that the scientific evidence for the disease-reduction benefits of these eating plans is …
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2014 Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen produce list: Apples, peaches and more.
Environmental Working Group’s latest Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce helps consumers reduce the amount of pesticides they consume in their diets.
Chocolate: the Love Drug and Why it’s Good for You
The Ancient Incas knew it, as does Bridget Jones…. there’s been nothing like chocolate to raise the spirits.
My Kicked up Jambalaya Recipe
I love traditional Jambalaya, it’s full of delicious creole flavors, vegetables, shrimp, chicken and sausage. As I enjoy easting many different colors of veggies in my diet, daily, I came up with this kicked up Jambalaya, overflowing with colorful vegetables. This isn’t a simple recipe, but it is well worth the time and effort, if …
Why Love is Great for Your Health
LOVE comes in all shapes and sizes – boyfriend, girlfriend, husband, wife…. and your best friends and family. Regardless of your relationship status, Celebrate Love because LOVE makes us happier and healthier. Here are some of the ways that Love is good for your health.
Benefits of Strength Training
Fight muscle loss! Losing muscle not only reduces our strength, but it also slows down our metabolic rate, which leads to weight gain. Strength training is crucial forstaying fit and strong! Plus, strength training is an excellent way to increase bone mass and fight osteoporosis, an issue many women face as they age.
Making sense of, the ever-changing landscape of health trends.
In this age, of constantly changing health trends, there is one thing desperately missing from our repertoires. That terribly important skill is, listening to our bodies and connecting with our inner knowledge. Our bodies are very intelligent.
Blueberry Banana & Coconut Pancakes (Flour + Gluten Free)
Blueberry Banana & Coconut Pancakes I would never have believed that Flour Free Pancakes could be so delicious! I would make these time and again, even if I wasn’t trying to avoid gluten!
New Year’s Dream Jar ~ What is Your Dream?
I know most of you associate me with yummy recipes, but for me, soul food is the most important food, and I make it a point to feed my soul often. I don’t know about you, but for me, the New Year’s resolution thing, just doesn’t work. I was looking for a positive alternative, that …
5 Simple Ways to Focus on Your Relationships this Holiday Season
Healthy relationships are one of the key necessities in life. It is vital to look beyond nourishing our physical body, and focus on that which nourishes our heart and soul. From friendships and marriages to siblings and co-workers, our relationships cultivate a community of companionship and support.