The New Dirty Dozen – Why Eat Organic?
Newly updated for 2010, this list includes fruits, vegetables and other foods with the highest pesticide residue. Buy organic when shopping for these foods to avoid contamination. 1. Celery 2. Peaches 3. Strawberries 4. Apples 5. Blueberries 6. Nectarines...
read more9 Power Foods That Boost Immunity
It takes more than an apple a day to keep the doctor away. It turns out that eating some pretty surprising nutrients will help keep your immune system on guard. You can ensure your body and immunity run smoothly by rounding out your plate with plenty of colorful...
read moreMediterranean Diet May Help Prevent Depression
MONDAY, Oct. 5, 2009 (HealthDay News) -- People who followed the Mediterranean diet, an eating regimen that is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish and nuts, were less likely to develop depression in a Spanish study. "We are speaking of a relative reduction...
read moreDaily Checklist for getting healthy from Dr Oz!
Walk 30 minutes: Working out has benefits for your heart, weight, even your sex life. It may also help stave off Alzheimer’s, new research finds. Brush and floss: Brushing removes only about 60 percent of the germs from between your teeth. Drink two cups of green tea:...
read moreCravings have nothing to do with willpower!
An enormous percentage of women crave sugar, carbohydrates, or alcohol. In most cases, these food cravings are not true eating disorders, but instead are signs of hormonal imbalance caused by a lack of healthy nutrition. Your personal issue may be the afternoon snack...
read moreDepleted soils – why the fruit and vegetables we eat may be doing more harm than good!
We’ve all heard and read it countless times – “the best way to maintain health is to eat a balanced diet including lots of fruit and vegetables”. Of course, this is absolutely correct, so long as those fruits and vegetables are not grown on the mineral-depleted...
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