Let’s talk about salads – the color, the crunch, an endless choice of fresh, crisp veggies. (Ok, you had me at crunch.) Eating one huge salad a day can literally change your life and make a huge difference in your overall health. Eating raw veggies does great things for your body, like helping out the digestive…

Honey is appreciated the world over as one of Nature’s most delicious foods, but did you know it may have potent anti-flu activity as well? A fascinating new study published in the Archives of Medical Research titled, “Anti-influenza Viral Effects of Honey In Vitro: Potent High Activity of Manuka Honey,” reveals that honey may actually provide a natural…

Who doesn’t love pancakes? They’re fluffy, delicious, and you can get super creative with toppings. From maple syrup to Nutella, whipped cream or even fresh fruit, the possibilities of how you can enjoy your pancakes are endless. The problem with pancakes is that A) they can be quite time consuming to make in the morning…

This apple crunch recipe is made with gluten-free whole grains like buckwheat and quinoa. These grains are packed with fiber, and contain healthy fats and protein too! Pectin in apples can help balance blood sugar, and alongside the wholesome nutrition of the grains, this recipe is sure to keep you full and satisfied throughout the colder months ahead. Apple Crunch Bottom…

youtu.be/HWT9lw-9EvM With a few caveats, the best source of iodine is sea vegetables.

One of the definitions of pre-diabetes is a high rise in blood sugar after meals, and a recent study suggests that many cases of dementia are linked to these high rises in blood sugar (JAMA Netw Open, Jan 8, 2021;4(1):e2033012). This study of 3889 adults found that people who suffer from loss of mental function…

Do You Spend a Lot of Time Sitting? Try these stretches every 30 minutes or so to stay limber throughout your work or study day!   Standing Back Bends – 3x Hula Rotations – 3x (Both Sides) Twist Holds – 3x (Both Sides) Bar Hang – 30-60 Seconds Set a timer on your phone and…

These heart-healthy pops are so fudgy and delicious you won’t be able to tell they are healthy! Not only are they delicious, but the pops recipe is very versatile. Add slices of strawberries to the molds and create chocolate-dipped strawberry pops. Or add some mint extract for an even cooler treat. Or get really crazy with it…

When we think of dementia, we often fear a loss of control. But the reassuring news is that up to 40 percent of dementia cases can be prevented or delayed if we change our health habits. Dementia shares key risk factors with cardiovascular disease, including high blood pressure, high blood sugar, being overweight, and smoking. Inflammation and oxidative stress…

New research is good news for athletes and fitness enthusiasts who favor thick, heavily cushioned running shoes. Although these shoes are increasingly popular because they provide comfort and a high degree of shock absorbing protection, those benefits were thought to come at the expense of increased overall leg stiffness, which alters a runner’s normal stride…