Barring a physical condition like heart trouble, diabetes, or kidney disease, the average person needs 2,300 mg of sodium per day, about one teaspoon. The intake of sodium is vital for proper fluid regulation as well as muscle performance and nerve function.
Since ancient times, asparagus has been considered a delicacy and has had a place at dining tables. It has also been valued for its medicinal benefits. Asparagus is a nutritional powerhouse. Most notably, asparagus is high in folate, the most common vitamin deficiency known. Folate is an essential nutrient for proper cardiovascular system function. It …
The goji berry is a survivor. It is found growing in Asia under extreme climatic conditions. Thus, it is full of powerful properties beneficial to the human body. Because of its nutritional support, the goji berry has played a major role in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. The goji berry is commonly labeled as the …
Being marooned on a tropical island wouldn’t be too bad if you were surrounded with fresh water and lush vegetation, including access to wild berries, bananas, and coconuts. But, forget about making coconut pies as it would be the raw coconut that would do you the most good. While coconut meat and coconut oil are …
Chocolate lovers everywhere-celebrate! Chocolate is good for you! But, before consuming for its health benefits, be very picky. Most commercially available chocolate has been processed in a way that destroys its healthful compounds and is mixed with damaged oils, refined sugar, and condensed or powdered milk. Instead, look for dark chocolate with a cacao level …
As outlined in the October 2010 edition of Wellness Matters, alcohol is clearly not a friend to your health. The benefits received in an alcoholic drink, like red wine, are from the grape skins and seeds and not from the alcohol, which is fermented sugar found in the meat of the grape. Also, even higher …
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