About 30 percent of adults suffer from ongoing bad breath at some point in their lives. Bad breath is not only embarrassing, it can sometimes also be a sign of a serious health problem — although, in most cases, it’s not. Chronic bad breath — also known as halitosis — is something that absolutely nobody…
According to research published by Gallup in 2023, people who follow a vegetarian diet is 4 percent among Americans. In the U.S., those who follow the more strict vegan diet — meaning they avoid all animal products — represent just 1 percent of the total adult population. Several analyses that have compared vegetarian diets to…
Pickle juice sports drinks may be a "hack" utilized by some athletes to prevent cramps and fatigue, but what do studies actually say? Are there any benefits to drinking pickle juice? Most experts agree that more research focused on the potential beneficial effects of salty drinks for athletic performance are needed. However, there are some…
Besides being a delicious citrusy seasoning in Southeastern Asian cooking, most of us would never guess that this delicious thready grass holds so much healing power inside its fibrous stalks. I'm talking about lemongrass, specifically lemongrass essential oil that is used to relieve muscle pain and more. Externally, this oil is used to kill bacteria,…
Many of our friends and family members have been duped into believing that artificial sweeteners like Splenda® are saviors to prevent diabetes and obesity. However, the health risks associated with the ingredients in Splenda, or sucralose, are extensive and downright troublesome. As research continues to investigate the details, more negative effects are surfacing. Sucralose is…
Turn on the television, flip through a magazine or open your internet browser and you're bound to hear about a new detox diet or juice cleanse being peddled, likely accompanied by an outrageous price tag and even more outlandish health claims. It's true that most of us are exposed to a plethora of toxins, heavy…
Anthocyanins are just one of the more than 6,000 different types of flavonoid polyphenol phytonutrients! Other types that have similar properties to anthocyanin include flavanols, flavones, flavanones, flavan-3-ols and isoflavones. The reason we hear more about anthocyanins compared to other related antioxidants is because they are widely available in many fruits and veggies. Experts believe…
Do you love your morning of cup of nutrition-rich coffee but find yourself worried about a caffeine overdose? Chicory root may be just the answer you're looking for. This popular coffee substitute does so much more than just take the place of your favorite breakfast beverage. In addition to providing a boost of extra dietary…
Alzheimer's disease (AD) can be difficult not only for people afflicted with the disease, but also the loved ones around them, and unfortunately, this form of dementia is prevalent and on the rise. In fact, according to the Alzheimer's Association, more than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's, and that number is projected to…
Lactose intolerance is a prevalent and distressing condition that affects a surprisingly high percentage of adults. The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services approximates that about 65 percent of the human population has a reduced ability to digest lactose after infancy. Lactose intolerance is not the same as a milk allergy. It's more of a discomfort than…
