Ranked as one of the top herbs and spices for healing, anise seed is a nutritional powerhouse when it comes to your health. Plus, besides being associated with an extensive list of anise seed benefits ranging from reduced blood sugar to decreased menopause symptoms, it also boasts a unique flavor that's ideal for kicking up…
Ayurveda, considered a natural system of healing wisdom, originated in India more than 5,000 years ago. (1) This Sanskrit word Ayurveda translates as “the knowledge of life" (ayur means life, while veda means science or knowledge). Ayurvedic medicine is still practiced widely today in modern India and now also extends its influence worldwide, including the practice…
Most people don't mind nutrition-rich green beans, but lots green bean recipes aren't particularly inspiring. Many of us have flashbacks of canned green beans served at Thanksgiving, limp and overcooked string beans that have been steamed out of all flavor, or beans that taste delicious because they've been drowned in butter. It's a shame, because…
You are probably familiar with the earthy, nutty and spicy flavor of cumin seeds or ground cumin. After all, humans have been using cumin in culinary dishes since ancient times — but did you know that cumin seeds have also been used for a variety of medicinal purposes, from digestive issues to respiratory conditions? In…
When you think of pumpkin recipes, you likely think of pumpkin pie, but there are so many more healthy, delicious and nutritious pumpkin recipes out there. Pumpkin isn’t just an ingredient for pies anymore. It is popping up in a variety of foods and recipes these days — from cereals to beverages. The bright orange…
Zucchini, also called courgette in some parts of the world, is believed to have been first cultivated up to 10,000 years ago. Originally grown in parts of South America, at the time it was primarily grown for its beneficial seeds since the wild variety didn’t have much flesh and tasted very bitter. In fact, ancient…
Pop quiz: When are you most vulnerable to making unhealthy choices? A. When you have delicious, good-for-you treats nearby? Or B. When you’re hungry and desperate to eat something — anything? If you picked the latter, you’re not alone. It’s easy to eat healthily when nutritious foods are at your fingertips, but when your only…
Do you need a snack that will help improve muscle tone, keep energy levels steady and boost your metabolism? Then it’s time you introduce high-protein snacks into your diet. As an essential nutrient, our bodies need enough high-protein foods to run smoothly. In the battle of the belly bulge, protein’s ability to jump-start metabolic levels…
The dog days of summer are a perfect time to get outside and fire up the grill. Whether you're confident in the kitchen or just starting out, cooking on the grill has plenty of benefits, especially when you cook up healthy grilling recipes. Grill recipes tend to be simpler, grilling lets flavors shine through, and,…
Up until recently, Himalayan pink sea salt was the salt du jour. That brings us to Celtic sea salt, which is similar in both its composition and health benefits. Celtic sea salt is one of the cleanest, more nutritious salts available today. It's chock-full of minerals and trace elements, so it goes beyond just making…
