As a prepper, you should know how to think outside the box. This is crucial, especially if you want to prep in an apartment with limited storage for your survival gear and supplies. (h/t to ThePrepperJournal.com) Limited space isn’t a problem for urban preppers The suggestions below apply to both urban preppers and those who want to prep … Continue reading Prepping on a budget: Tips and tricks for preppers with limited storage space
Soup’s on!: Study reveals drinking broth made from dry-cured ham bones has cardioprotective effects
Bone broth is nutritious, and it’s easy to digest when you’re sick. But according to a study, bone broth doesn’t just warm you up on a cold day or help you feel better when you have a cold; broth made from ham bone can also boost your heart health. The study, which was published in the Journal of … Continue reading Soup’s on!: Study reveals drinking broth made from dry-cured ham bones has cardioprotective effects
An apple a day keeps the doctor away – and constipation at bay
Apple juice can serve as an effective home remedy for constipation. Drinking a glass or two of the sweet juice will restore lost fluids, improve bowel movement, and serve as a natural laxative. Constipation is a common health condition of the digestive system. It involves difficult and irregular bowel movements that can cause discomfort and even … Continue reading An apple a day keeps the doctor away – and constipation at bay
What Exactly Are Lectins? The Best & Worst Lectin Sources
Source: What Exactly Are Lectins? The Best & Worst Lectin Sources by Dr. Jonathan Group You may have heard of gluten — and the dietary problems it causes — but have you heard of lectin? Known as an "antinutrient," lectin is a type of plant-based protein commonly found in seeds, grains, legumes, and tubers, like potatoes. As an antinutrient, … Continue reading What Exactly Are Lectins? The Best & Worst Lectin Sources
From kimchi to kefir, these are the best anti-aging foods you’ll find anywhere
The key to having a healthy mind and body is eating nutritious foods like fruits, nuts and seeds, vegetables, and lean meat. But did you know that certain superfoods even offer anti-aging benefits? Data suggest that diet significantly affects a person’s lifespan. Make positive lifestyle changes and consume more of these delicious and highly nutritious superfoods … Continue reading From kimchi to kefir, these are the best anti-aging foods you’ll find anywhere
Shiitake mushrooms are a powerful medicinal superfood
A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine found that a formulation of fermented shiitake mushroom with added rice bran can inhibit the growth of Salmonella typhimurium in infected mouse organs. In the study, researchers developed a novel antimicrobial food-compatible formulation. A team of researchers from Korea and the U.S. examined the effect of the formulation … Continue reading Shiitake mushrooms are a powerful medicinal superfood
Cucumber vs. zucchini – they’re both deceptively similar, but offer unique health benefits
Cucumbers are usually consumed cold or served in salads while zucchinis are often cooked or used for baking. Despite their differences, both plants share some similarities, especially when it comes to their nutritional profiles. Did you know that zucchini is classified as a vegetable while cucumber is classified as both a fruit and a vegetable? Nutritional … Continue reading Cucumber vs. zucchini – they’re both deceptively similar, but offer unique health benefits
Wild banana demonstrates significant potential as natural diabetes cure
In a study published in the Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, researchers from India evaluated the seeds of Musa balbisiana Colla. or wild banana – a species native to South Asia – for anti-diabetic potential. They also isolated an active compound called apiforol in the seed extracts, which showed potential as an alpha-glucosidase and glycation inhibitor. Phytochemicals were … Continue reading Wild banana demonstrates significant potential as natural diabetes cure
Coagulating, TOXIC canola oil and the “and/or” ingredient labeling trick – explained
You’ve seen it before, but did it register in your brain correctly? When you read the ingredients to a product and it lists the oils as such: “sunflower oil, safflower oil, and/or canola oil.” This means that canola oil may just be the ONLY oil used, if you decipher the tricky diction correctly. Why is … Continue reading Coagulating, TOXIC canola oil and the “and/or” ingredient labeling trick – explained
Burger King rolls out the genetically modified “Impossible Burger” made with questionable chemicals
Burger King is patting itself on the back for adding the “Impossible Whopper” to its menu in some locations, but what they’re not openly sharing is that the new meatless patty used in the sandwich is full of GMOs and made with toxins like MSG. Sure, it’s not meat – but it’s definitely a poor excuse for … Continue reading Burger King rolls out the genetically modified “Impossible Burger” made with questionable chemicals
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 