Out of 12 dietary, lifestyle and metabolic "preventable causes of death" that were examined in a 2009 study, omega-3 fatty acid deficiency ranked as the sixth highest killer among Americans. Research shows that omega 3-fatty acids, which can be obtained from taking fish oil and consuming fish, can help ward off a number of common causes…
Probiotics have generated quite a bit of buzz in the health and wellness circuits in recent decades. Not only can you now get your daily dose through probiotic supplements and fermented foods, but this beneficial form of bacteria is also frequently added to snack bars, cereals, ice creams and even chewing gums. However, not all…
Colloidal oatmeal is a finely ground form of oats that has been used for centuries to boost skin health. It can be used topically as a protectant, soothing moisturizer, cleanser and itch-reliever. It's also amazing for health, particularly skin health, because of its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory abilities. For these reasons, it's no surprise that you…
We know that inflammation is at the root of most diseases, and the average American adult is dealing with some sort of systemic inflammation issue. It's a common denominator that can be addressed naturally and, really, quite easily with dietary and lifestyle changes — like adding more anti-inflammatory herbs to your diet. The inflammation issue…
With its bitter taste and garlic-like smell, neem oil has the ability to act like an all-natural pesticide that deters both insects and diseases. Loaded with nutrients, neem oil is also used in natural skin care products because it contains high levels of antioxidants, including carotenoids that help protect the skin from oxidative stress and free…
Oats and oatmeal are often praised as one of the healthiest breakfast options around. Oats have been eaten for thousands of years. In addition to providing important nutrients to growing populations, they’ve also historically been important for feeding livestock. Evidence shows that wild oats first grew in the Fertile Crescent of the Near East centuries…
Did you know that there are over a hundred herbs and spices that can be consumed or used topically for healing? These natural foods possess a number of beneficial properties and work to reduce inflammation, improve the health of your heart, boost your immune system, and even prevent and fight cancer. With so many natural…
What is kimchi? Also called gimchi or kimchee, it is a traditional, fermented, probiotic food that is a staple Korean side dish. Dating back hundreds of years, there are dozens of different recipes for making kimchi, but nearly all have several vegetables and seasonings in common that give it its signature taste. Some of the main…
If you are dedicated and serious about healing leaky gut and autoimmune disease, I need you to know about a study that IDs seven food additives that trigger leaky gut — or at the very least contribute to the condition. So what, exactly, is leaky gut? Known in the medical literature for more than a 100…
Flip over just about any of your favorite food or beauty products and there’s a pretty good chance you’ll spot soy, egg or sunflower lecithin on the ingredients label. Commonly used as an emulsifier and emollient in both processed foods and cosmetics alike, sunflower lecithin has also begun gaining traction in the supplement world thanks…
