Are you one of the millions of people unknowingly living with high blood pressure? You're not alone. Nearly half of American adults deal with the condition, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, leading many to try a high blood pressure diet to help protect themselves. The good news is a high blood…
This health condition affects about 72 million — or one out of every three — American adults under old guidelines. Under new guidelines, that number will rise to about 103 Americans. This is the highly common, yet preventable, condition called high blood pressure, also known as hypertension — which is why you need to pay…
Do you suffer from insomnia, or are you just sick and tired of not getting a decent night's sleep? Did you know that there's an herb that has been used to ease insomnia, anxiety and nervous restlessness since the second century A.D.? This natural and herbal sleep aid is called valerian root. A systematic review…
Ginseng has been used in Asia and North America for centuries. Many use it to improve thinking, concentration, memory and physical endurance. It’s also utilized to help with depression, anxiety and as a chronic fatigue natural treatment. This well-known herb is known to boost the immune system, fight infections and help men with erectile dysfunction.…
Do you find yourself overly stressed, tired and even notice weight gain despite not changing your diet or workout frequency? Your cortisol levels may be out of whack. More specifically, they may be too high. Cortisol is often called the primary "stress hormone" because it's one of the main hormones we release when we're under…
If your only contact with chickpeas (also called garbanzo beans) has been adding them to a salads or occasionally eating hummus, then you’re missing out on some of the serious benefits of chickpea flour. This type of flour has all the same benefits of chickpea nutrition, since it’s simply made using one ingredient: roasted (or…
When most people decide it’s time to practice some healthier habits, simply walking to lose weight and improve their health might not seem like it’s going to do “enough” to give them the benefits of exercise they're after. The truth is walking is the oldest form of human physical activity there is, and the benefits…
Fiber — we know we need it, but even with all the high-fiber foods out there, most people are still deficient. Are you getting enough fiber? Due to today’s lacking Western diet, it is estimated that the average American consumes about half of the recommended amount of dietary fiber each day. This is a big…
Salt is a tricky subject. On the one hand, sodium is an important mineral that is involved in muscle contraction and the regulation of blood pressure, blood volume and nerve function. On the other hand, most American consume too many high-sodium foods, which can wreak havoc on everything from bone and kidney health to blood…
Just the taste of mango can create a delightful tropical experience for your taste buds, but did you know that the mighty mango also delivers a healthy dose of vitamins, minerals and enzymes to benefit health? Not only that, but mango is also a great high-fiber food and high-antioxidant food as well. It’s no wonder,…
