A meta-analysis of studies on gardening shows that short-term or long-term gardening can reduce depression, anxiety, and stress, elevate mood, regulate Body Mass Index, increase the quality of life, provide a sense of community, and improve cognitive function. Every gardener knows how great they feel after being outdoors among nature and tending to their plants….
Black Seed – ‘The Remedy for Everything but Death’
This humble, but immensely powerful seed, kills MRSA, heals the chemical weapon poisoned body, stimulates regeneration of the dying beta cells within the diabetic’s pancreas, and yet too few even know it exists Benefits of Black Seed The seeds of the annual flowering plant, Nigella Sativa, have been prized for their healing properties since time immemorial….
Embracing the Art of Resilience in 2022
Resilience is going to be an overriding theme for 2022. The ability to bounce back from anything—from the ordinary to the extraordinary—is truly an art. It’s also a science. So how do we become more resilient? First, let’s understand what it means. Resilience isn’t a genetic trait, it’s a learned quality. It is a set…
Natural Alternatives to Antibiotics
Alexander Fleming discovered the first antibiotic, penicillin, in 1927. Since then, antibiotics – drugs that fight bacterial infections – have saved millions of lives worldwide. Although antibiotics have many beneficial effects, over-use of these medicines has created the new problem of antibiotic resistance. Antibiotic resistance is one of the world’s most critical public health concerns….
Got Health Goals?
New Year’s resolutions are an annual ritual of setting intentions for self-betterment. Health behavior goals—such as improving healthy eating and physical activity—are among the most popular resolutions. Unfortunately, failing to stick to those new goals is so common that it has become cliché. This is backed by research evidence. Studies have repeatedly shown that over…
The Changing Landscape of Nondairy
You’ve probably noticed it when you’re in the grocery store—nondairy milks are booming. They aren’t just gaining shelf space in the refrigerated section next to dairy milk, they’re also expanding in the dry goods section next to breakfast cereals. And the choices are growing, too. Today’s nondairy milks include the familiar soy, rice, oat, coconut,…
The Best Way to Cook Sweet Potatoes
How does sweet potato baking compare to boiling and steaming, and should we eat the skin?
Chia Snack Bars Recipe
This recipe is great to have on hand for an afternoon snack or pre/post-workout treat. These delicious snack bars store perfectly in the fridge or freezer so you have a delicious snack any time you want. Ingredients: 1 chia egg (1 tbsp ground chia seeds + 3 tbsp warm water) 2 ¼ cups rolled oats 1 cup ground walnuts…
Licorice and Slippery Elm Tea Are Best for a Sore Throat
Although you can get a cold throughout the year, most people have a higher risk of the common cold in the winter and spring months. One of the most common symptoms is a sore throat. The Guardian characterizes the common cold as having “the twin distinction of being both the world’s most widespread infectious disease…
Roasted Vegetable Salad topped with Salmon
A recipe for the entire family. Makes a beautiful presentation and easy to make. Absolutely delicious! Ingredients: 2 red peppers, cut into 1/2 inch pieces 1 medium eggplant, cut into 1/2 inch pieces 1 large yellow squash, cut into 1/2 inch pieces 1 1/2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch pieces 2…
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