Canola oil has long been promoted as being the darling of health-conscious companies and individuals. What may not be known is that canola oil has a sinister side. Let’s start with its history. Saturated fats, like those found in butter, began to receive negative coverage due to the relationship to clogged arteries, a factor in …
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 …
