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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Research suggests that drinking alcohol in moderation can be a great way to get beneficial bioflavanoids and antioxidants, like resveratrol. Alcohol has even been promoted as a way to improve heart health and ward off dementia. What is not widely known is that there has never been a study conducted to test the connection between …
You may recognize the name chia from the commercials at Christmas time advertising chia pets, the novelty item you watch sprout into an interesting creature or shape. Although not widely popular in America, chia seeds, a member of the mint family, have a long history in Central and Southern Mexico. Legend has that Aztec warriors …
For some time raw apple cider vinegar (RACV) has been promoted as a great preventative and restorative health tonic and used for a wide variety of distresses including: Acid reflux Arthritis Cancer High cholesterol and Gout While some claims may be overstated, the benefits of RACV should be investigated.
Well, not exactly. But, pets do add so much to our lives. They provide companionship, loyalty, and protection. In turn, they look to us for upkeep and nourishment. Most pet owners want the very best for their family friends.
The latest nutritional superstar seems to be the acai (ah-sigh-ee) berry, which has been receiving positive promotion on major television shows and can be found in a wide variety of items.
