6 Truths About Corn That May Shock You
Millions and millions of acres in the United States are dedicated to corn, because frankly, America has a love affair with corn. And that’s not surprising, since corn goes back through the ages. But the truth is, most corn grown in America is not for human consumption. Instead, it’s reserved for animals and even automobiles. Some naturally finds its...
These 6 Nutrients Are Scientifically Proven To Boost Hearing
Our hearing is just one of those things we take for granted, up until the day when it begins to decline. A lifetime of loud noises, ear infections, poor diet and other adverse lifestyle factors can all contribute to hearing loss, and by the time it starts to go it’s often already too late to reverse. Luckily, our hearing health...
17 Conditions Remedied By Pineapple
When you think of a pineapple, what comes to mind? Piña coladas perhaps? Cue the song!) Or Hawaiian pizza? This juicy tropical fruit deserves more credit than just being the ingredient of a sweet vacation cocktail or a midnight snack. Originating in Brazil and Paraguay, pineapples were first brought back to Europe in the fifteenth century by Christopher Columbus. Since...
How Does Cinnamon Lower Blood Sugar and Help Diabetes?
Cinnamon may help support blood sugar management by increasing sensitivity to insulin, decreasing blood sugar levels after eating, and lowering the risk of complications related to diabetes. Diabetes impairs the body's ability to regulate blood sugar, which can lead to long-term complications like kidney disease, nerve damage, and heart disease. Treatment frequently includes insulin injections and medications. However, many people are...
5 Vegetables and Fruits You Should Be Eating This Fall
Although abundant summer produce frequently steals the spotlight, the autumn months — September, October, and November — produce many delicious and nutrient-dense vegetables and fruits. Here are five fall fruits and vegetables that pack a powerful nutritional punch and are versatile and delicious: pumpkin, sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, cranberries, and butternut squash. Pumpkin Pumpkin isn’t only an ingredient in our favorite fall...
Prices for Eggs are Higher — Here’s Why You Should Continue to Eat Them and Make Them Last Longer
Eggs are compact, portable nutritional powerhouses. They are chock full of six grams of protein each. They are "versatile and relatively easy to prepare," said lead scientist at the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University, Alice Lichtenstein. They have also recently become much more expensive. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, egg...
September is Better Breakfast Month — Why Coffee Doesn’t Count and Other Ways to Make the Most of Your First Meal of the Day
September is Better Breakfast Month, encouraging people to "brush up on their breakfast skills," prioritizing this day's first meal. Of course, consuming a balanced, nourishing breakfast can be a challenge for many individuals because of busy schedules, lack of motivation, or early school drop-offs. However, use this month as a reminder of the importance of fitting in a nutrient-packed,...
Forget Fats, Carbs, and Protein — Forgotten Nutrient in Food “Can Slash Colon Cancer by a Third”
Although it's traditionally associated with bloating and flatulence, research shows increasingly that dietary fiber is a lifesaver and one of the unsung heroes of nutrition. Only 24 grams daily — equal to about five portions of fruit daily — has been tied to a 30 percent lower risk of colon cancer. Registered dietitian Jerlyn Jones, based in Atlanta, said: "We don't...
Lower Your Blood Pressure With This Diet
If you have hypertension (high blood pressure), it’s advantageous to eat meals low in trans fat, saturated fat, salt (sodium), cholesterol, and added sugars. Of course, this dietary advice is good for everyone despite blood pressure levels. Salt intake is the biggest thing to watch out for for individuals with high blood pressure. Too much sodium or salt can cause...
Don’t Make This Mistake When Choosing a Laxative…There’s a Better Way to Go
If you find yourself experiencing constipation - never a comfortable feeling - you may want to think twice before reaching for the over-the-counter laxatives. A press release by the FDA warns of the potential dangers of these drugs, which have been linked to 13 deaths. The FDA states that the danger of laxatives, specifically those containing sodium phosphate, occurs when...
