A craving is described as an intense desire for a specific food, and if you’ve ever done a no-carb diet you know what I mean. Many times we will try to substitute something healthier in place of the specific desired… read more
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Exploring the Benefits of Eggplant
Eggplant. Aubergine. Guinea squash. Brinjal. Melongene. Did you know that these are all different names for the same item? Many of us conjure up an image of a dark purple oblong object with a stem at the top. However, not… read more
5 Health Experts You Won’t Want To Miss This Year!
We all know to go to the doctor when we are sick. And if it goes beyond the basic cold, many times we are referred to other experts who can help our ailments. But, with the mindset of “new year,… read more
Show Your Liver Some Love with Liver-Supporting Foods
Think of the liver as the body’s toxin processing plant. Most toxins, like pesticides, household cleaning agents, dry-cleaning chemicals and hormone disruptors in beauty products, are fat-soluble. In order to be eliminated from the body, fat-soluble toxins must be converted… read more
What Kind Of Chocolate Should I Be Eating?
Indulgence. That’s what comes to mind when I think of chocolate. Growing up, my grandpa used to eat one piece of dark chocolate every day at lunch. He always told me that scientists said it’s good for your heart, but… read more
Make Valentine’s Day A Heart Healthy Holiday
Valentine’s Day is obviously healthy for your love life, but have you ever considered how it could be healthy for your heart? Feeling your heart flutter and soar when you see your significant other is definitely indicative of a healthy… read more
Discover the Power Behind Taking a Nap
We have all experienced that late afternoon slump. You start to lose focus, feel a bit groggy and need a little pick me up to get through the day. Taking a nap can not only give you an energy boost,… read more
Loving Number One: Practicing Self-Care
The term “self-care” may conjure the image of a woman at the spa, perhaps with cucumber slices over her eyes while someone paints her nails and massages her feet. But self-care is more than a superficial indulgence; practicing self-care is… read more
Are You Nuts?
Nuts are a common part of the American diet. As a snack, a salad topping or mixed into your favorite dessert, nuts are everywhere. What are the benefits of eating nuts and why are some people allergic? HEALTH BENEFITS Peanuts… read more
Try Turmeric, The Secret Superfood
With all the buzz around new superfoods like acai, goji berries and chia seeds, we’ve forgotten about one of the most ancient spices that has been celebrated for centuries as both a delicious food and medicine — turmeric. The beautiful… read more