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Approximately 10 million Americans have osteoporosis. OP, as it is sometimes called, affects one in three women. Osteoporosis means that the bones have become porous. Putting it another way, the bones develop holes in them. Bone tissue is constantly subjected to...
Which is better, juicing or blending fruits? Which offers more benefits? Chewing a whole apple, apple sauce, or apple juice? A study revealed that juices that had been prepared by blending whole fruits had stronger antioxidant activities and contained larger amounts...
Discover evidence-based dietary strategies to improve prediabetes and type 2 diabetes.
Do you need an inexpensive food staple that will lower your cholesterol, provide satiety, and improve your blood glucose levels? All bean varieties are rich in carbohydrates, resistant starches, potassium, copper, phosphorus, manganese, iron, magnesium, and B...
This easy-to-make loaf offers protein, fiber, magnesium, calcium, and zinc. Both minimally processed soybeans and pecans have beneficial anti-inflammatory compounds. Enjoy this recipe from the Wildwood Lifestyle Recipe Files. Ingredients: 2 cups cooked brown rice 1...
You have seen it on Facebook postings, read it on the internet, heard it on the news: “Carbs are bad for you if you are trying to lose weight.” Pundits advocating a low-carbohydrate diet condemn the consumption of starches. They say that even whole grains sabotage...
Local heat can be applied in various forms, including fomentations, paraffin baths for the hands or feet, hot footbaths, hot compresses, and hot water bottles. Heat therapy is typically soothing and can provide psychological relaxation. It promotes local healing and...
Nearly 50% of Americans will be diagnosed with cancer of any site at some point during their lifetime, based on 2012-2014 data. Would you like to reduce your risk for cancer-related death by 31%? Engage regularly in aerobic and strength-building exercise. Evidence,...
You don’t have to get stuck in your anxiety. Change the way you think and tackle your anxiety with four steps. Anxiety disorders are the most common form of mental disease in the United States. In 2015 more than forty million Americans suffered from some form of...
Ingredients: 2 cups soaked cashews 2 cups of water 2 big cloves of garlic 3 Tbsp lemon juice 1Tbsp nutritional yeast 1 tsp salt Directions: 1. Blend all ingredients until creamy. 2. Taste and adjust flavors if needed.