Food Facts
Does Your Family Need More Fat? 5 Reasons You Need to Make Fat a Dietary Staple in Your Home
In the 90s, fat-free foods dominated the diet world. Today the reign of fat-free foods has dramatically diminished, but fat’s reputation as a villainous food has left lingering effects even though fat got a bad rep based on erroneous conclusions that were never backed by sound scientific reason in the first place. While certain fats […]
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Nothing to Cry About: 10 Impressive Health Benefits of Onions
If all you know about onions is their tendency to make you cry when you cut them, prepare to be impressed! It turns out there is a lot more to onions than their strong aroma and distinct aroma. Onions are actually packed with tons of nutritional benefits. Read on to find out why you’ll want […]
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A Closer Look at Apple Cider Vinegar
Though apple cider has been around for centuries, it has recently received a surge of popularity as holistic health experts proclaim its multitude of benefits. But what exactly is this much touted vinegar, what does it do, and how can you make it part of your healthy regime? Read on for a crash course on […]
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Chia, Hemp, and Flax Seed, Oh My! Learn the Differences Among these Super Seeds
They may be small, but they are mighty! Chia, hemp, and flax seeds are tiny seeds packed with big nutritional advantages. But while all these seeds may all receive plenty of attention for their nutritional prowess, it can be hard to know what exactly each seed offers us! Chia: Yes, these super seeds are the […]
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Moving Beyond the Kitchen: Healthy Foods and Drinks that Have Benefits Outside the Kitchen
Looking for yet another reason to fill your kitchen with nutritious foods and drinks? Look no further: many of the healthiest items in our pantries and refrigerators also have benefits that extend beyond the kitchen table. Coconut Oil. Coconut oil is a healthy fat to incorporate into your cooking and baking, but it will also […]
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Chocolate Indulgence-Five Delicious Reasons to Treat Yourself This Valentine’s
Without a doubt, February is a chocolate filled month! Instead of restricting yourself from this decadent treat, choose dark chocolate with a cacao content of at least 80 percent, and enjoy the treat knowing you are actually helping your health! Take a look at the top five reasons you can enjoy a square or two […]
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Sweet News: Getting to Know Manuka Honey
Honey has its share of fans for its yummy taste and as an alternative to sweetening foods with refined sugar. But one particular type of honey stands out above the rest for the benefits it offers consumers. Manuka honey, a specific honey from the bees of New Zealand who pollinate the native manuka bushes, is […]
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GMO vs. Non-GMO: What Is the Difference Anyway?
Much is made in the news these days of GMO foods versus non-GMO foods as nutrition experts and health advocates alike raise questions over the safety of GMO food products. But what exactly are GMO foods and how do they differ from non-GMO foods? Read on for our helpful Q and A that answers everything […]
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Eating for Health: Top 10 Inflammation Fighting Foods
Research is continually revealing a major culprit common in health problems ranging from heart disease to autoimmune conditions: inflammation. Armed with the knowledge of how harmful inflammation can be to our bodies, we can choose to fill our plates with these potent inflammation fighting foods. Check out ten options you don’t want to skip. Spices. […]
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Going Raw: Why Raw Honey Trumps Regular Honey in the Nutrition Department
As more and more research reveals the significant risks sugar poses to our health, many of us are moving towards eliminating it from our diets. Yet, even we cut toxic sugar from our diets, we can still desire a bit of sweetness here and there. The question then becomes how to add hint of sweetness […]
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