Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body, and almost 99 percent of the body’s calcium is stored in the structure of the bones and teeth. The truth is, though, many of us aren’t eating enough foods high in calcium. (And hint: It’s not always about dairy.) How do you benefit from eating high-calcium…
A sore throat can come on at any time, and it's caused by a number of reasons. Thankfully, there are natural sore throat remedies that you can use at home and don't require an antibiotic prescription to deal with sore throat problems. Some sore throats can be due to a bacterial infection or strep throat,…
Although barley may not be as popular as other whole grains like oats, wheat or even grain-of-the-moment quinoa, the heath perks associated with barley nutrition shouldn't be overlooked. What are the benefits of eating barley? A very high fiber content (both soluble and insoluble), vitamins and minerals like selenium and magnesium, antioxidants called lignans, plus heart health and diabetes…
Camu camu, a shrub found in flooded areas of the Amazon rainforest, may just be the next superfood to hit North American markets soon. This shrub bears large berries that can look like cherries, and they turn out to be one of the top vitamin C foods in the world, according to researchers. In fact, camu…
If you’ve ever had Jell-O before, you’ve come into contact with gelatin whether you realize it or not. What might surprise you is that it’s a lot more than just a creative way to make your dessert jiggle — it’s also a source of important nutrients. What is gelatin exactly? As a type of protein…
The colon cleanse has been used throughout history to improve the body's natural detoxification processes, restore digestive health and improve someone's overall quality of life. In fact, the use of water to cleanse tissue throughout the colon, called "colon lavage," has been practiced since as early as 1500 B.C. in ancient Egypt. What's the purpose of cleansing your colon?…
Have you ever had a migraine headache? If you have, you know how painful one can be, and if you haven't, chances are someone you know has. Given how debilitating migraine symptoms can be, anyone affected wants to know how to get rid of a migraine. Studied indicate that migraines affect more than 10 percent of people…
A cluster headache is one of the most painful afflictions. Sufferers have described cluster headaches as a hot dagger being poked through the eye and into the brain. Women have even compared cluster headache pain to be equivalent to labor pain, while men express that it's the worst pain they've ever felt. Although the pain…
You've read about all the benefits of the keto diet: weight loss, reduced appetite, improved energy and mental clarity. But now that you've actually gotten started with the ketogenic diet, you find yourself feeling worse than you did before. What gives? This is not an uncommon scenario. Unfortunately, these keto diet side effects or "keto…
