In the fast-paced world of wellness trends, "nutrient cramming" has emerged as a quick fix for dietary needs. But is it a legitimate strategy, or simply a fad? Let's delve into the science of nutrient absorption and explore sustainable ways to achieve optimal health. Nutrient Cramming for ...

Spring arrives and with it, good weather and vibrant colors. This makes us crave more refreshing and tasty foods, such as fruit. These are a perfect way to enjoy the season and can also be enjoyed in a cocktail. These typically tend to be very light and fresh, and, likewise, by containing seasonal ...

Our bodies are made up of a lot of things, and a lot of the essential nutrients we need to live can be found in our bodies. However there are also several nutrients that are not naturally produced by our bodies. Either way, we need to consume an adequate amount of them to stay healthy, and even to ...

There are certain ways of preparing food such as pan frying, cooking and boiling but few can beat the benefits of boiling. Boiled food is something many steer away from because of the lack of taste. After all, a happy stomach makes a happy person, right? But a healthy body will make you feel even ...

Whether you are dealing with occasional pain or stiffness or dealing with chronic diseases such as osteoarthritis, you may want to know whether a supplement can relieve your painful joints, prevent the pain from getting worse, or if there are natural ways to treat knee pain. There are some good, ...

Fermented foods are those that undergo fermentation, a food preservation process whereby microorganisms, such as yeast and bacteria, convert the sugar and starches in foods into alcohol or acids. It’s much more common than you might think, as food and drinks such as wine, cider, cultured milk, and ...

Broccoli not only possesses beauty in its appearance, it has the advantage of being packed with minerals, vitamins, and nutrients. It is part of the edible plant family named Brassica oleracea and is very closely related to the cruciferous family of vegetables which include kale and cabbage. There ...

There are many different vitamins and minerals that humans can become deficient in, and vegans and vegetarians are often thought to be at a higher risk of deficiencies. When I became vegan I expected that I would have to take B12 supplements but I was also told to take a zinc (Zn) supplement. I ...

The interest in camel milk is growing due to its health properties, but some people are still understandably averse to the idea of drinking something they deem so unusual. Well I have news for you it’s not new and it’s not unusual, it’s actually been used in Middle Eastern, Asian and North African ...

You might think of celery as being just a weirdly long green stem which floats in your soup or something you can chomp on with a side of hummus. Yet there are many other uses for the stalk. Most recently, juicing celery has become a popular way to detox your body. But what are the actual benefits ...