If you ever spend time hiking or foraging in the woods in places such as the eastern United States or Canada, you may come across several types of wild berry shrubs that look similar. For example, huckleberry, blueberry and bilberry shrubs all closely resemble one another. Huckleberries might not be as widely available or popular…
Seaweed has long been a staple of Japan, which is one of the longest-living cultures in the world and home to one of the remarkable blue zones. Is there a connection? You bet — most notably, a Japanese seafood known as wakame is rich in a number of vitamins and minerals that can combat disease…
Until very recently, toothpastes designed to remineralize (repair) enamel were prescription-only and all contained high levels of sodium fluoride (NaF), a substance that has been shown to be dangerous to your health (and many still contain this chemical). Thankfully, dental researchers are starting to look for more ways to turn minor tooth decay around. Even…
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…
Okra, both a common pod vegetable and nightshade vegetable (but it’s actually a fruit!), is also called “gumbo” in the U.S. When we think of okra we usually think of Southern cooking, including cajun and creole cuisine, but did you know that this veggie also has numerous nutrition benefits too? Considered an edible ornamental flowering…
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…
For hundreds of years, shiitake mushrooms have been a popular food source in Asia. In fact, they're the second most popular and the third most widely cultivated edible mushroom in the world. Today, shiitakes can be found in most grocery stores because of their meaty and versatile flavor, but did you know that they're packed…
Over the years, women have read plenty of "health tips" and "wise words" that don't exactly check out. In fact, there are a number of women's health myths out there that can be confusing and, yes, even dangerous. So let's clear up some fallacies surrounding women and what they eat, how they exercise and more.…
The alkaline diet has been in the limelight recently, with everyone from celebrities to health gurus touting the benefits of cutting acidic foods out of your diet. Studies show that limiting your intake of acidic foods may help improve bone strength, reduce the risk of kidney stones, lower chronic pain, improve hormone levels and alleviate…
When I’m craving something hearty but with a little kick, I go straight for my taco soup recipe. It’s so robust and made with two pounds of ground bison — also, try my bison chili recipe! — and it's really a savory go-to recipe the whole family will enjoy. I know it’s become a favorite…
