Posted April 9, 2021
Pruning basil to promote growth is one of the easiest and best ways to have an unlimited supply of basil in your garden. Basil absolutely loves aggressive pruning, so with a few clever techniques it’s simple to create basil that is bushy, productive, and delicious. View here.
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7 Foods that Reduce Your Risk of Cavities and Plaque Every time You eat them
Posted April 9, 2021
You can find superfoods anywhere – they’re among the healthiest of foods because they contain so many of the nutrients that our bodies simply cannot produce on their own. Especially when it comes to the teeth, superfoods come in handy because of how they keep our dental health in check from morning until night. Read more.
The Real Benefits of Lemon Water According to Science
Posted April 9, 2021
Most of us have seen the Top 10 lists of why we should be drinking lemon water. But do we really know the added vitality and cleansing effects on the body lemon water provides? Read more.
5 Eye-Opening Benefits of Drinking Organic Tea
Posted April 8, 2021
A lot of excitement is brewing over the countless health benefits of that humble cup of organic tea. This soothing brew leaves you with more than a sense of calm. People all over the world have turned to tea for thousands of years for its impact on health and wellness. Whether it’s black, white, green, herbal or oolong, this better-for-you beverage serves up unique antioxidants called flavonoids and plant compounds known as polyphenols that may improve your body and mind, from reducing inflammation and boosting your immunity to protecting you from cancer and helping you relax. Read more.
Top 5 Bone-Building Foods
Posted April 8, 2021
Make no bones about it…healthy bones are built on a healthy diet. The two nutrients with the strongest bone-building abilities are calcium and vitamin D. They work together to work wonders for the health of your bones. See, calcium helps strengthen your bones, but your body needs vitamin D to absorb this mighty mineral. Read more.
How to Stay One Step Ahead of Type 2 Diabetes
Posted April 8, 2021
Type 2 diabetes is one condition you can’t ignore. As the most common type of diabetes, it can develop at any time in your life when your body has trouble producing insulin and controlling your blood sugar level. Luckily, the condition can be prevented with some healthy lifestyle changes. But if you’re diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, know that it isn’t all your fault. The condition is largely a numbers game based on your lifestyle and health. While some of these factors are in your control, some of them simply aren’t, such as genetics and medical history. Read more.
Nutrition a Possible Factor in Covid-19 Vaccination Efficacy, Concludes Review
Posted April 8, 2021
Researchers have highlighted nutrition as a possible factor influencing the effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccine, as recent news establishes a link between vitamin D levels and an adequate immune response. Read more.
Dicamba Kills Plants in Neighboring Fields
Posted March 26, 2021
What used to be called “The Green Revolution” has, over the past 50 years, radically improved crop yields and lowered farmers’ costs by marrying seeds and herbicides. Agri-industrial giants like Dow, DuPont, Monsanto and BASF genetically engineered seeds that could survive herbicides like glyphosate that killed all the weeds around them. Read more.
What Really Causes Diabetes?
Posted March 26, 2021
A diabetes epidemic is ravaging our population, particularly communities of color, and we’re told it’s because of obesity and poor lifestyle choices. Here’s why that’s wrong. Action Alert! Diabetes affects more than 10 percent of the US population, while one-third of Americans are estimated to have pre-diabetes (which can lead to type 2 diabetes). The conventional wisdom is that an increase in obesity and poor diet choices are the main causes, but there is much more to the story. Current treatment options are expensive and dangerous, but federal rules prevent us from unleashing the power of natural medicine on this epidemic of diabetes. Read more.
5 Incredible Health Benefits of Beets, According to Nutritionists
Posted March 26, 2021
“While many people feel intimidated by beets, they are actually very easy to cook with and provide substantial nutrient benefits. [In addition to being high in fiber with nearly four grams per cup and offering a small amount of protein,] beets also have micronutrients, like folate, manganese, and potassium,” adds Sarah Schlichter, MPH, RDN, Creator of Bucket List Tummy. “Manganese is involved in several enzymatic reactions in the body, and potassium is important in reducing blood pressure. Beet greens are also high in vitamin K, iron, magnesium, and several anti-inflammatory antioxidants.” Read more.
