Gardening is a great and cost-effective way to increase your intake of healthy plant foods, as well as increasing your family's self-sufficiency. But starting a garden can be daunting for people with limited experience. In particular, beginners may have trouble with the often months-long wait required before garden plants are ready for harvest.Such reluctant gardeners should consider … Continue reading Want to grow a garden with immediate results? Try these five fast-growing superfoods
This is why ancient Egyptians referred to Aloe Vera as the ‘plant of immortality’
In ancient Egypt, Aloe vera was known as the "plant of immortality," and it's easy to see why. In addition to its well known use as a first aid ointment for minor burns, cuts and scrapes, aloe is also useful for a variety of other medicinal and nutritive uses, both external and internal. Aloe vera is native to … Continue reading This is why ancient Egyptians referred to Aloe Vera as the ‘plant of immortality’
Why You Should Add More Purple Cabbage to Your Diet
Purple cabbage, commonly known as red cabbage, is a cruciferous vegetable that tastes delicious both raw and cooked. It is eaten as salads, coleslaw, smoothies, braised dishes and pickled treats. It surpasses green varieties in term of vitamin C and glucosinolates levels. It contains anthocyanins, one of the more than 6,000 members of the bioflavonoid family … Continue reading Why You Should Add More Purple Cabbage to Your Diet
Study finds CBD greatly slashes seizures in severe epilepsy cases
Finally, it seems that the mainstream medical community is beginning to appreciate the significance of medical cannabis and its many medicinal uses. Recent research has shown that a compound taken from the cannabis plant, known as cannabidiol, can help to reduce the frequency of seizures in children with a severe seizure disorder, known as Dravet syndrome. Dravet syndrome … Continue reading Study finds CBD greatly slashes seizures in severe epilepsy cases
Fermented Soy is Only Soy Food Fit for Human Consumption
Writings about the soybean date back to 3000 B.C., when the Emperor of China listed the virtues of soybean plants for regenerating the soil for future crops. His praises centered on the root of the plant, not the bean. These ancient writing suggested that the Chinese recognized the unfitness of soybeans for human consumption in … Continue reading Fermented Soy is Only Soy Food Fit for Human Consumption
10 ways to grow food on a budget
It is spring now, the perfect time to plant those crops, for homegrown, organic, non GMO and pesticide-free food. Gardening can be done anywhere, even sprouts on the kitchen counter. Growing your own food does not have to be expensive. In fact, you can re-grow plants from scraps of fruits and veggies in your kitchen. … Continue reading 10 ways to grow food on a budget
Pumpkin seeds shown to kill cancer cells, fight diabetes
As is typical for the season, the warm summer months seemed to have flown by in the blink of eye. But the upside is that now we get to enjoy fall, which means cooler weather, colorful landscapes and autumn's fun-filled festivities including Halloween and Thanksgiving Day. You've probably noticed retailers are already lining their shelves … Continue reading Pumpkin seeds shown to kill cancer cells, fight diabetes
7 Health Foods that Aren’t Healthy
Some foods like eggs for example, get a reputation for being unhealthy but are actually really good for you. However, just the opposite can happen as well, with certain foods and products being perceived as healthy when they really are not. Below are seven of the most common foods which people think are good for … Continue reading 7 Health Foods that Aren’t Healthy
Garlic, honey and apple cider vinegar: Powerful natural mixture against indigestion, obesity
Science is supposedly looking for miracle cures for all sorts of ailments, yet nature consistently provides the most powerful remedies anywhere on the planet. These solutions are also typically far safer and cost pennies on the dollar compared to steep costs for conventional medical treatments. Better yet, these down-to-earth treatments are usually simple and accessible … Continue reading Garlic, honey and apple cider vinegar: Powerful natural mixture against indigestion, obesity
Prebiotic vs Probiotic – What’s the Difference?
Source: Prebiotic vs Probiotic – What’s the Difference? by Dr. Edward Group You may have seen probiotic yogurt advertised as having “live active cultures.” This indicates that the yogurt contains living, beneficial organisms intended to help your body with digestion. Many people wonder if there’s any truth in that or if it’s just a marketing ploy. Well, … Continue reading Prebiotic vs Probiotic – What’s the Difference?
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