"Toxic poop" is a term used to describe guck and impacted fetal matter that has built up in someone's colon over the course of months or even years. We hear about the potentially dangerous effects of toxic poop most often from people who promote colon cleanses in order to rid the body of lingering waste. In…
You might already know that I'm a huge fan of Greek food. It's one of the cuisines that naturally falls into the Mediterranean diet, which is chock-full of fruits, veggies and healthy grains, along with simple dishes that are full of flavor. This avgolemono soup recipe is one of my favorite classic Greek soups. What…
I love preparing a big batch of soup on a Sunday or weeknight and eating it throughout the week. Soups are so simple to make — with some quick chopping and throwing ingredients together in a large pot. Plus eating soup, like this pea soup recipe, is one of the easiest ways to get an…
It's mentioned time and time again: It's normal to gain weight with age because of metabolism changes. Some blame their increasing age for excess body weight, even when their diet hasn't changed drastically. But a new enlightening study shows that what we thought we knew about how age impacts metabolism may be all wrong. A…
The avocado continues to be all the rage with every type of avocado toast you can imagine found at nearby cafes. Additionally, avocado benefits come from its healthy fat — something keto diet fans crave — but what about the avocado seed? Before you toss that seed, you may want to tune in to what…
Have you heard about the keto diet? It's possibly the best diet for weight loss, and it can even reverse insulin resistance and reduce cardiovascular risk factors, according to recent research. No wonder more and more people are starting to go "keto." This keto smoothie is an easy way to get started. It's a perfect…
Having the hiccups is a mysterious occurrence, and just about everyone wonders how to get rid of hiccups. Unlike other common reflexes, like sneezing and coughing, there's no known physiologic advantage for the hiccups. Yet, we've all experienced them numerous times in our lives. Every one has her own suggestion for how to get rid…
Collagen — including chicken, bovine, fish and egg collagen — is the most abundant protein found throughout the human body and one of the most vital proteins in the body. It's what gives our skin its strength and elasticity. In addition to our skin, collagen is most commonly found in our bones, muscles and tendons.…
Wondering about major sources of collagen? Fish collagen definitely tops the list. While there are benefits associated with all animal collagen sources, fish collagen peptides are known to have the best absorption and bioavailability due to their smaller particle sizes compared to other animal collagens, making them antioxidant powerhouses. Bioavailability is highly important since it largely determines the efficacy of…
You might not be surprised that chickens contain collagen just like us, but did you know that chicken collagen is actually used as medicine? It's true. This type of protein is used to treat an array of health conditions, including arthritis, back and neck pain, and pain caused by surgery. You're probably wondering how in the…
