Many of the vegetables that are part of a healthy diet belong the genus Allium. These include onions, garlic, shallots, scallions, leeks and chives. These vegetables are also known for their anti-cancer properties, which have been reported by numerous studies. In a recent study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, researchers from Iran investigated … Continue reading Researchers explore the anti-cancer potential of a local onion from Iran
A crash course in intensive gardening
Gardening is a work-intensive practice, but one that is worth all the hard work and time you invest in it. After all, who is going to say no to a hobby that gives you a workout and yields the literal fruits (and vegetables) of your labor? In uncertain times like the current public health crisis, there is … Continue reading A crash course in intensive gardening
A crash course in food choices for long- and short-term survival
With government lockdowns being enforced across America because of the coronavirus pandemic, preppers across the country understand the importance of storing enough food in their stockpiles for short- or long-term survival scenarios. It’s ideal to prepare for this scenario while you still have access to basic supplies. First, finalize your plan for short- and long-term stockpiles, then … Continue reading A crash course in food choices for long- and short-term survival
Why Don’t Doctors Prescribe Magnesium
Almost ten year ago Dr. Mark Hymen wrote, “I find it very funny that more doctors aren’t clued in to the benefits of magnesium, because we use it all the time in conventional medicine. But we never stop to think about why or how important it is to our general health or why it helps our bodies … Continue reading Why Don’t Doctors Prescribe Magnesium
Research suggests that medicinal herbs green chiretta and ashwagandha are good sources of phytochemicals
Since ancient times, various herbs have been used by traditional healers to treat ailments that afflict both humans and animals. The medicinal properties of these herbs come from their phytonutrient content, which they produce to either aid in metabolism or as a byproduct of the said process. Phytonutrients are mainly classified into carotenoids and polyphenols. Carotenoids are … Continue reading Research suggests that medicinal herbs green chiretta and ashwagandha are good sources of phytochemicals
China now facing its own food crisis… is a food collapse also coming soon to the USA?
As the state-run media in communist China boasts about its alleged success in overcoming the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19), reports are beginning to emerge about another major problem that’s brewing there: mass food shortages. Rumors are swirling, which the government denies, of course, that food supplies are dwindling. Because much of the country was shut down for … Continue reading China now facing its own food crisis… is a food collapse also coming soon to the USA?
A crash course on food drying for preppers
If you want to avoid starvation when SHTF, you need to have a well-stocked pantry of nutritious meats and organic produce for long-term storage. The problem is that a lot of food won’t last for very long without undergoing some sort of food preservation technique. Fortunately, drying is one of the best food preservation methods … Continue reading A crash course on food drying for preppers
Exploring the benefits of chicoric acid: How can this antioxidant be used in functional food?
Chicoric acid is a useful plant compound that is present in the roots of many plants, especially those that grow in the Mediterranean region. These plants have been used as alternative medicines or as food supplements for many years. The most abundant sources of chicoric acid include the roots of the flowering herbs, chicory (Cichorium intybus) and purple … Continue reading Exploring the benefits of chicoric acid: How can this antioxidant be used in functional food?
Boost your immune system with dietary selenium and vitamin D
The coronavirus pandemic has taken the world by storm with over a million confirmed cases across the globe. The United States stands on the forefront of this global pandemic as data from the Johns Hopkins University shows the U.S. has 368,449 confirmed cases and 10,993 deaths – and the numbers are still growing rapidly by the day. On the brighter … Continue reading Boost your immune system with dietary selenium and vitamin D
It’s now clear that Fauci is trying to DEPRIVE America of a coronavirus cure
Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) task force head Dr. Anthony Fauci doesn’t want Americans taking hydroxychloroquine, or chloroquine, to treat the virus, and many people are wondering why not? One of them is White House economic advisor Peter Navarro, who reportedly exploded at Fauci the other day for trying to downplay the benefits of this extremely inexpensive generic drug for malaria, while … Continue reading It’s now clear that Fauci is trying to DEPRIVE America of a coronavirus cure
