Food & Recipes
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Are sesame seeds a superfood? Check out these 20 health benefits
Sesame seeds may be tiny, but they have huge health benefits. They were worth their weight in gold during the middle ages, and for many good reasons. The more I learn about this precious seed, the more I want to share it with other people. I’m an enthusiastic eater of all sorts of seeds, but sesame seeds in the form of tahini and sesame oil are favorite ingredients of mine. Full of Great Protein Sesame seeds are full of high quality protein. Protein makes up 20 percent of the seed with 4.7 grams of protein per ounce. Helps Prevent Diabetes Sesame seeds contain magnesium and other nutrients. Sesame oil has…
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6 wonderfully simple Ayurvedic home remedies
Got a pain or problem? Give these simple Ayurvedic remedies a chance to work their magic. Aaah, My tooth Aches Chew on a clove slowly, letting the juice penetrate the affected area. Clove has been used since ancient times as a star treatment for dental problems. It contains a healing compound called eugenol that soothes inflamed nerves. But remember: your tooth is hurting because there is an infection somewhere. Clove will bring you relief from the pain, but do see a dentist soon. Never Can Say Goodnight Can’t sleep? You’re not alone. Thanks to the modern lifestyle, entire nations are groaning under a Sleep Debt that grows heavier by the…
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What the science says about effective herbal remedies for diabetes type 2 The world is growing fatter, and diabetes (type II), predictably keeps up with the development. What can be done?
While in 1958 only 1% of the US population were diagnosed with the disease, diabetes (type II) now affects around 10%. Diabetes is normally is a life-long disease, but you can help keep your blood sugar and diabetes under control with herbal remedies. The last few decades have witnessed huge advancements in herbal medicines and remedies (and the study thereof) as more people are putting money into the industry due to significantly lower side-effects than allopathic medicines. Here some of the most effective herbal remedies you can give a try. We have provided sources for all the claims and encourage you to research the topic thoroughly whenever the health of…
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8 little New Years resolutions for a healthier future
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Real or bunk? Everything there is to know about the ‘China Study’ diet I try to condense the science into an article, plus provide an example diet based on the book's conclusions.
While I loved The China Study because I’m a fact-driven and numbers-based person, this is not a book that everybody would be interested in reading. T. Colin Campbell takes dozens of pages to explain his authority, the organizations he’s worked with, and all of the various studies over the last 30-40 years that went into his assertion in The China Study. In The China Study he delves into the scientific relationships between protein, Afltatoxin, enzymes, and the effect that protein intake has on cancer initiation. T. Colin Campbell then explains a study involving various tests he performed on rodents that revealed the effects of giving one group of rodents a…
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A cardiologist’s 5-day pound shedding diet
The food we eat has a massive influence on our health. It can help us improve it — but also make it worse. Having several pounds in excess weight can increase the risk of numerous dangerous illnesses and diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer, so having a lean figure is something we should all strive for. There are some diets that are pretty helpful, but many of them don’t give the promised results and are also very expensive. That’s why in this article, we’re going to present you a diet from a famous European cardiologist and that is based on eggs and fruit. It’s very simple to follow because…
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Pressed garlic—and the other superfoods proven to boost vision and eye health Aging is one of the most common causes of vision loss, but some foods can reduce the chance of macular degeneration.
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4 ancient pieces of Japanese wisdom for staying slim and healthy
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A nutritious horseradish based smoothie for weight loss and bone strength Horseradish can help with weight loss, high blood pressure, breathing problems, bone strength, immunity, digestive tract functions, and heart health.
The other name for this drink is BALM. It contains horseradish, unpeeled lemon and honey. The best part here is the horseradish. Why is horseradish so good? It helps with weight loss, high blood pressure, breathing problems, bone strength, immunity, digestive tract functions and heart health. This root’s medicinal properties have been famous for thousands of years and is found just about everywhere in the world. It has many minerals and nutrients, fibers, also vitamin C, foliate, calcium, potassium, magnesium, zinc, and sinigrin oil which is a great glucosinolate. If you purchased a large root, just grate the needed amount and the rest can be refrigerated in aluminum foil net…
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Cayenne pepper: the magic spice that can mitigate heart attacks and rebuild the gut “If you master only one herb in your life, master cayenne pepper. It is more powerful than any other.”
What if there was a common household spice that could rebuild the gut wall to improve digestion, destroy cancer cells, stop a heart attack in its tracks, and was even useful for weight loss? I’m assuming you’d want to know more about it, right? The hot fruit of the cayenne plant (“capsicum annuum”) has been used as a superb culinary spice for centuries and may be the most valuable medicinal herb in the entire plant kingdom! High in vitamins A, C, B complex, calcium and potassium, studies have shown that cayenne can rebuild the tissue in the stomach and the peristaltic action in the intestines. Moreover, cayenne acts as a…
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Fat-burning coconut cookies you can eat for breakfast to boost metabolism
The breakfast is the most important daily meal, and if healthy and balanced, it can supply the body with the needed energy and nutrients for the entire day. Looking for a way to add some fun to snack time or perhaps a health-related excuse to have dessert for breakfast? These delicious coconut-flavored and protein-rich cookies will satisfy your cravings in no time without compromising your weight loss efforts or commitment to eating clean and high-quality food. You can have them at any time of the day without feeling bad about indulging – unlike your typical store-bought sweet snacks, these cookies are light, packed with health-promoting nutrients, and full of flavor.…
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Decade-long study shows obesity leads to cognitive decline All the studies lead in the same direction. Fat is bad for your brain.
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8 healthy and fast breakfast ideas for people with diabetes
We all know breakfast is the most important meal of the day. And people with diabetes certainly know they shouldn’t skip breakfast since their blood glucose levels might be low after not eating during the night. A healthy breakfast might help keep the perfect body weight which is one of the leading factors when it comes to diabetes management. So let’s jump right into it. 8 diabetes-friendly breakfast ideas coming right up: 1. Fruits and Almonds When you in a hurry, that does not mean that you cannot eat right. In this case, you need to eat fruits and almonds. Consuming almonds actually improves lipid profiles and glycemic control in…
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Pressed garlic—and the other superfoods proven to boost vision and eye health Aging is one of the most common causes of vision loss, but some foods can reduce the chance of macular degeneration.
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7 reasons our grandparents didn’t have food allergies—but we do Children keep getting frailer with each passing generation. Here are some of the things we are doing wrong.
Food allergies are seemingly worsening all the time, with children becoming frailer than each preceding generation. In other words, our grandparents didn’t have many food allergies, while we have them aplenty. Let’s explore some of the reasons for this. 1. They ate seasonal real food. In the 1900s, the food was fresh and preservative-free as it came from farms and small markets. Their diets were abundant in nutrients due to the lack of processed foods, allowing them to get the most of the food they consume. Needless to say, babies were fed on breast milk. 2. They didn’t play games with their body and metabolism. They ate food when food…
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8 little New Years resolutions for a healthier future
