Chickpeas, also called garbanzo beans, are one of the oldest consumed crops in the world. In fact, they have been a part of certain traditional diets for over 7,500 years, and it's not hard to see why when you take into account the benefits of chickpeas nutrition. Today, chickpeas remain one of the most popular legumes…
Craving ground beef but not sure what to make? These healthy, easy ground beef recipes will give you creative ideas on how to turn a staple ingredient into a unique meal option. It's not always easy finding recipes for ground beef that satisfy my nutritional requirements along with my taste buds. That's why I had…
We know that copper is commonly used in plumbing, electronics and jewelry, but did you know that it's also responsible for important biological functions as well? In fact, as early as 400 B.C., Hippocrates is said to have prescribed copper compounds for the treatment of diseases. Clearly, he understood that we need copper to maintain…
Found in abundance throughout the food supply — both in natural food sources and added into processed foods — most of us get a hearty dose of fructans in our daily diets without even realizing it. Not only is fructan plentiful in grains and wheat products, but it’s also present in many types of fruits,…
Is pasta healthy? Like other processed carbohydrates — including most cereals, bread and baked goods— pasta has been deemed a problematic food when it comes to packing on the pounds. In fact, in recent decades pasta has even been blamed for contributing to the obesity epidemic, despite the fact that it's been a staple food…
Chronic pain affects millions of people in the United States. According to the National Fibromyalgia Association, fibromyalgia affects an estimated 10 million people in the U.S. and approximately 3 percent to 6 percent of the global population. (1) Researchers estimate that somewhere between 75 percent and 90 percent of all of those with fibromyalgia are…
To alleviate allergy-like symptoms, many people seek natural remedies for allergies — yet some folks continue to experience difficult, even strange, symptoms. Frustrating! Until recently, most health care practitioners just chalked up runny noses, itchy skin and headaches after meals to “food allergies,” but it’s not that simple because IgE allergy-mediated response tests usually come up negative. Instead, the problem…
Have you ever felt dizzy or lightheaded after traveling somewhere high above sea level? You may have experienced altitude sickness (or "mountain sickness" as it's sometimes called), a type of bodily stress caused by traveling to locations at a much higher altitude than your body is accustomed to. It's a big concern for travelers —…
Encased inside the center core of the palm tree is a versatile vegetable jam-packed with important nutrients and a long list of health benefits. Now available at nearly every major grocery store, hearts of palm have recently enjoyed some well-deserved recognition for their delicious flavor and distinct texture. High in fiber with a good chunk…
The most common sexual problem facing men living in the United States is erectile dysfunction — which affects about 30 million men in the U.S. (1) Erectile dysfunction can greatly affect a man's quality of life and his relationship with his partner. Plus, research shows that many patients with erectile dysfunction also have signs of…
