Beans, belonging to the legume family, are celebrated as tasty, easy to prepare, nutritious, a good meat substitute, and are even sung about as childhood rhymes. What is it about beans that make them such a magical food? Beans have many health benefits for the human body. Chen Tsung Yu, a Taiwanese nutritionist, offers his…

Though medical science has made significant advances in researching and treating mental health diseases and developed new drugs each year to control the conditions and symptoms, mental illness remains one of the most persistent issues in society today. “Mental health problems are the single largest cause of disabilities in the world,” reported the Pan American…

Is stress affecting how well you absorb nutrients in the food you eat? It could very well be. A 2020 study by clinical psychologist and researcher Adrian Lopresti, Ph.D., suggests that excess or chronic psychological or environmental stress may have a negative effect on micronutrient (vitamins and minerals) concentrations. For example, magnesium, zinc, calcium, iron,…

Is stress affecting how well you absorb nutrients in the food you eat? It could very well be. A 2020 study by clinical psychologist and researcher Adrian Lopresti, Ph.D., suggests that excess or chronic psychological or environmental stress may have a negative effect on micronutrient (vitamins and minerals) concentrations. For example, magnesium, zinc, calcium, iron,…

Is your skin looking a little dull? You could try tricks like scrubbing your skin with exfoliants or putting a higher watt bulb above the bathroom mirror to brighten your complexion. But your skin will never fully radiate and glow like healthy, youthful-looking skin if you’re not eating well. Our skin can be divided into…

Get the most out of your foods by choosing preparation and storage methods that preserve their vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals. Fresh is best, frozen is next Fresh, ripe produce in season will usually be highest in nutrients — but fruits and vegetables are needed year-round, even in the middle of winter. The U.S. Department of…

It’s time to get the scoop on dopamine, a substance in your brain that is also known as the motivation molecule. Your body is home to about 60 different molecules known as neurotransmitters that transfer information between your brain cells and your body. We’re writing about dopamine because, well, we were motivated! What Are Neurotransmitters?…

As spring approaches and the weather warms, it also signals the beginning of planting season. To prepare for planting, the first thing we have to prepare is our soil for planting. Before you head out and grab your sod cutter to make room for your new veggie garden adventure, lets take a minute to talk…