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…
After being demonized for much of the 90s, dietary fats have made a strong comeback over the past two decades. Most people now realize that including healthy fats in their diet is important for many essential functions, but still, this doesn't mean that they are necessarily eating enough of it — especially in proportion to…
Vasculitis is a group of inflammatory disorders that affect the blood vessels. Vasculitis can affect both small or large arteries. This includes major blood vessels like the aorta, as well as capillaries, medium-sized veins. Or it can include a combination of different sized blood vessels. In some cases, vasculitis causes only a portion of an…
The CDC reports that in the U.S. today, and many other industrialized nations too, up to 70 percent of women (depending on the state) receive epidurals, spinal blocks or a combination of the two during child labor. It's believed that only around 10 percent to 20 percent of births are carried out naturally without medicated…
Blood clots stop you from losing too much blood after an injury, stop germs from getting into a wound and allow the wound to heal. However, sometimes blood clots form in the blood stream when there hasn't been an external injury. Clots in the blood stream can lead to dangerous complications like pulmonary embolism, coronary heart disease or stroke. It's…
Beets are popular among runners and are consumed for their effects on endurance. They have also been known to naturally reduce blood pressure, increase stamina, fight inflammation, and are high in nutrients and fiber. Try this high energy juice recipe and experience the benefits for yourself!
Omega-3s (or omega-3 fatty acids) have earned a great deal of respect in the health community, but do you know what omega-3s are? What are the benefits of omega-3s, and could you be deficient in these fatty acids? We’ll unpack these questions one by one, but let’s start by saying that omega-3 fatty acids are…
As an amino acid or a "building block of life," isoleucine plays a key role in forming proteins, breaking down food and providing energy while also aiding growth and healing processes. It also plays a key role in blood sugar regulation. Even though isoleucine is considered essential to human health, it can't be made by the body.…
If you're interested in reaping the benefits of being outdoors, then you'll definitely want to add forest bathing to your to-do list. And don't worry, you don't have to live in an extremely wooded area to take advantage of this natural therapy. In fact, there's even numerous forest bathing NYC locations, like the very well-known Central…
