Love quinoa? Ancient Inca warriors believed quinoa increased their stamina, so it shouldn’t be surprising that modern-day nutritionists consider it a superfood. While quinoa is actually a seed, it’s prepared and eaten much like rice and other grains. Even for those trying to reduce their consumption of grains, quinoa may have a place with supplying…
Why & How To Add Chia to Your Diet
Chia seeds were prized by ancient cultures as a source of sustainable energy. In fact, “chia” is the ancient Mayan word for strength. A NUTRITION POWERHOUSE A tiny nutrition powerhouse, chia is rich in dietary fiber and contains significant amounts of minerals and vitamins. One ounce of chia seeds provides calcium, manganese, magnesium and…
Dates: An Ancient Treat for Modern Times
Oddly wrinkled, with a single pit in the center, dates (Phoenix dactylifera) have been a sweet treat for more than 5,000 years. DATES ARE AN OLD TIME FAVORITE A modern day favorite, the Medjool date made its way from Mesopotamia and, in the 1920’s, was introduced into the U.S. when 11 roots were quarantined in…
Broccoli: Superhero of Vegetables
Shaped like green mini-trees, broccoli is the superhero of vegetables, containing a powerhouse of nutrients beneficial for digestion, heart health, and the immune system. High in fiber and vitamin C, broccoli is a good source for potassium, vitamin A and B6. Research has established that these nutrients, along with other compounds in broccoli, have…
Healthy, Versatile Eggplant & Eggplant Caponata Recipe
A favorite in vegan and omnivore cuisine, eggplant can be baked, roasted, grilled, used as a pizza topping or in stir-fry recipes. It has a pleasantly bitter taste and spongy texture that may vary depending on the color/variety of eggplant selected. Dress your cooked eggplant with herbs, sauces, and condiments and you’ll be sure to…
Boost Breast Health with these Bust Musts
From the bare-breasted days of the cave woman, through the Renaissance and into the era of blonde bombshells, a woman’s bosom has been an icon representing both sexual prowess and vitality. But the breasts are also vulnerable. One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer and, each year, about 40,000 women die from…
Do You Know How To Reduce Toxin Accumulation?
Don’t let toxin accumulation hamper your health. There’s no denying it, toxins are everywhere in the modern world, from the air we breathe and the water we drink and bathe in, to the foods we eat and even in the materials that make up the world around us. Foods are covered in pesticides or processed with…
Why Massage Therapy Needs To Be Part Of Your Detox
Your body’s innate detox system can get sluggish for a variety of reasons such as lack of regular exercise, too little fluids or fiber in your diet, frequent colds, or high stress. A massage can rev-up your body’s natural detox process. Massage Therapy & Detoxificaton During massage therapy, the rhythmic strokes and pressure applied to muscles, tissues,…
How to Make Your Gut Happy
The foundation of good health starts with a healthy, happy digestive system. The gut is where many of the most important processes happen in the body such as eliminating toxins, absorbing nutrients, filtering out viruses and bacteria, and supporting the immune system. When our gut is in optimal shape, our body tends to be healthier…
Health Secrets of the Sweet Potato & Recipe
Sweet Potato is a powerhouse of nutrition. This vibrant orange tuber is rich in vitamins, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory nutrients, and blood sugar-regulating nutrients. The antioxidant Beta-carotene, which gives Sweet Potato its orange flesh, is necessary for your body to produce Vitamin A. We need vitamin A for eye health, for a strong immune system, and…
