There are many ridiculous myths in nutrition. The “calorie myth” is one of the most pervasive… and most damaging. It is the idea that calories are the most important part of the diet, that the sources of those calories don’t matter. If you think that a calorie is a calorie….. and it doesn’t matter …
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The Anti-Inflammatory Diet
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 …
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.
Spiced Pumpkin Seeds – for Gorgeous Skin
Carving up some cool or creepy pumpkin creations this week? Save those seeds! These five crunchy and delicious recipes, not only taste good, but they protect the skin! Pumpkin seeds are a skin superfood because they’re so high in zinc. Zinc protects your cell membranes, helps maintain collagen, and promotes skin renewal. Enjoy pumpkin seeds …
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 …
Earthing ~ Great for Your Health
Did you know, that our bare skin was meant to touch the earth, and in doing so, we are elevating our bodies, minds and souls to a higher, healthier level?
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.