Nutrition Archive - Page 28 of 152

Wheatgrass Benefits for Immunity & Nutrient Absorption

Most of us know by now that we need to be eating fresh fruits and veggies every day in abundance for optimal health and detoxification. However, for many people this isn’t as easy as it ...

15 Fermented Foods for a Healthy Gut and Overall Health

Whether you realize it or not, fermentation is a process that’s used to produce some of the world’s favorite foods and beverages. What are some foods that are fermented? Popular fermented foods include things like ...

Lion’s Mane Mushroom: The Potential Brain-Boosting, Cancer-Fighting Powerhouse

What would you think about eating a mushroom that looks a little like the scruff of a lion? Not totally convinced about lion's mane mushroom? What if I told you that it’s associated with major brain ...

Top 25+ Vitamin K Foods & Their Many Health Benefits

Ready for yet another reason to eat your veggies? Foods like leafy greens and veggies, including broccoli and cabbage, are loaded with vitamin K, an important nutrient that’s been associated with improved insulin levels, a ...

What to Eat Before a Workout: Pre-Workout Foods + Best Foods for Athletes

It's no secret that hitting the gym is important when it comes to gaining muscle mass and improving performance, but if you’re not paying attention to what you’re putting on your plate, it can be ...

Senna Tea: Healthy Natural Laxative or Too Much of a Good Thing?

Senna is an herb that comes from a variety of flowering species of Cassia plants, often used to make senna tea. Senna leaf, fruit and pods have been used in tea form as a purgative or ...

Cloves Benefits: How This Spice Supports Immunity, Digestion & More

Along with cinnamon, allspice and nutmeg, the clove is a spice with a distinctly pungent flavor that gives "pumpkin pie spice" and goodies like gingerbread cookies their signature taste. Beyond reminding us of autumn and ...

Shallots: The Onion with Cancer-Fighting & Heart-Improving Properties

Historically, the shallot has been used for both for its nutritional and aromatic properties in Indian, Asian, French and Mediterranean cooking. So are shallots good for you? You bet. They not only add a sweet and ...

How Much Water Should You Drink a Day?

Staying hydrated is essential for overall health, but how much water should you drink a day? The answer isn’t one-size-fits-all. It varies depending on factors such as age, activity level and overall health. While there is no ...

Sugar-Free Diet: How (and Why) to Move Toward a No-Sugar Diet

How much sugar per day do Americans consume? According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, average sugar consumption in America is around 17 grams per day of added sugar, or 270 calories, while total sugar ...