Diet & Nutrition

Clay has a long history of use for healing internal and external illnesses. Bentonite is a clay made from a substance mined in Wyoming and Montana. According to Botanical.com, Bentonite contains a collection of metals–silica, aluminum, iron, sodium, titanium, magnesium–plus…
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Raw apple cider vinegar is touted as an aid to weight loss and a potential complement to traditional diabetes treatment. But these uses require ingesting the vinegar. Used externally, the vinegar my also be helpful for a number of ailments….
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Every water source contains impurities such as metals, harmful contaminants and bacteria. In the United States, the Environmental Protection Agency, the organization responsible for regulating the contaminant levels and safety of drinking water, recommends that all water be purified before…
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Overview A woman may be confused as to what she should eat while she is pregnant. Making smart, healthy choices, getting the proper amount of calories and nutrients and avoiding a few foods while pregnant can ensure that the mother…
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Aloe vera juice has been a resident of the medicine cabinets of holistic healers for centuries but only entered the mainstream a couple of decades ago. Aloe has uses both as a drink and as a topical preparation and is…
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Overview The basic ingredients in broccoli casserole are broccoli, mayonnaise, cheese, cream soup, eggs and butter. Broccoli casserole has pros and cons when it comes to nutrition. The most nutritious way to approach broccoli casserole is to find ways to…
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The body needs some sodium to remain healthy. Sodium must be present for the heart, nerves and muscles to function properly. It plays a role in digestion and helps the body retain adequate levels of water. However, if the level…
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Perimenopause–the time leading up to menopause–can be a period of bothersome and sometimes troubling changes in a woman’s life. You may experience mood swings and insomnia, hot flashes, skin problems and bloating. It is best to accept these as a…
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Overview Niacin, taken to lower triglycerides and low density lipoprotein cholesterol—the “bad” cholesterol—has as its most common side effect a reddening of the face and neck often accompanied by feelings of warmth, tingling, burning and itching. Using a slow-release form…
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Overview Noni juice is good for your health, due to its richness in fiber, carbohydrates, protein and vitamins, according to nonijuicefacts.com. Every part of the Noni fruit, including the pulp and its juice provide high nutritional value, medical benefits and…
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Overview A botanist travelling with the famous English explorer Captain James Cook was the first to describe the use of kava kava in the late 1700s. The words kava kava denote the plant, roots and a beverage made from the…
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Candida albicans is the most common organism in vaginal candida and the second most common cause of all vaginal infections. Candida is considered a normal healthy part of the vaginal flora. The problem arises when diet, lifestyle or infectious agents…
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Overview Acai berries are native to Central and South America. Approximately equal in size to a blueberry, the acai berry consists predominantly of an inedible seed that is discarded to leave the skin for use in different acai products. There…
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If you want to get fit, an endless number of plans promoted by celebrities, trainers and others in the get-fit business are available. All those choices can make picking a good, healthy program overwhelming. Because everyone is different, no single…
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Overview For many Weight Watchers members, one of the best parts of the program is the ability to track points online. Weight Watchers eTools, which is either an online component to the full Weight Watchers meetings or an online-only membership…
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Overview Bell peppers, also known as capsicum, are a low calorie and vitamin rich vegetable ideal for adding some spice to dishes like fajitas or as a dipping item on a vegetable platter. An extremely good source of vitamin A…
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Caffeine is a stimulant found in many foods and over-the-counter medicines. Caffeine withdrawal occurs when a person stops ingesting caffeine after a period of frequent use. Symptoms may be mild to severe, and include headache, fatigue, irritability and cravings for…
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The seeds of Foeniculum vulgare, more commonly known as fennel, are used as a cooking spice and as an herbal medicine for relieving gastrointestinal problems, sore throats and coughing. Fennel was once an official drug in the United States for…
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Flaxseed oil contains essential omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, as explained by the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC). Omega-3 fatty acids reduce inflammation and help prevent diseases associated with inflammation, such as heart disease and arthritis. Flaxseed oil has…
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Caffeine, an alkaloid, primarily acts as a central nervous system stimulant. Ninety percent of competitive athletes consume it, with 60 percent consuming it for the purpose of enhancing performance. The benefits of caffeine include increased work output, speed, arousal and…
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Shea tree grows wild in central and western Africa with no special needs for nourishment. Almost all parts of the tree, such as roots, bark, leaves, fruit seeds and oil have some practical use. Because of the healing properties the…
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Overview Traditional broccoli casserole has broccoli, mayonnaise, cheese, cream soup, eggs and butter. Broccoli casserole can be a healthy side dish and even a vegetarian entrée, but like many classic dishes, it hits both high and low notes when it…
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As the body’s largest organ, your skin plays the vital role of protecting your muscles, bones, circulatory system and all your internal organs. Comprised of three layers, the epidermis, the dermis and a layer of subcutaneous fat, your skin is…
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Coffee is one of the most popular beverages around the world, consumed as a social pastime as well as for its stimulating effects. Some of its desired stimulating effects can also bring with it some unwanted side effects. It increases…
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Overview According to distributers that sell the Hoodia Patch, the product works by delivering the active ingredients directly into the bloodstream. Because it does not have to be digested, the implication is that the patch works more quickly than capsules….
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Overview Fennel is a white, bulbous vegetable with large green stalks. It is among the 130 foods listed as the world’s healthiest by World’s Healthiest Foods.org. Traditionally associated with foods of the Mediterranean region, fennel is member of the Umbelliferae…
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According to “Krause’s Food, Nutrition, and Diet Therapy”, foods we eat affect the acidity and alkalinity of urine. Foods high in chloride, phosphorous and sulfur increase acidity, while foods high in potassium, calcium and magnesium increase alkalinity. Highly acidic urine…
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You must burn more calories than you consume to lose weight. It doesn’t matter where calories come from when you’re trying to lose weight, according to the Mayo Clinic. The calories from a soda are equal to the calories from…
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Overview Elderberry has enjoyed a long history as a natural treatment for the flu as well as for coughs, colds, sinus infections, fever and other ailments. According to a study conducted by Hadassah University Hospital in Jerusalem published in the…
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Milk thistle, a popular medicinal herb, has been used for centuries as a holistic treatment for cirrhosis, hepatitis, gallbladder diseases and other disorders affecting the liver. Modern botanical medicine frequently use milk thistle extract, which contains standardized quantities of medicinally…
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