You’ve probably heard that we should “eat a rainbow” if we want to be healthy, with the brightest-colored natural, whole foods often containing the most nutrients. When you put this advice in action, however, your plate probably leans more toward the red, orange, yellow and green parts of the spectrum given the number of foods … Continue reading Put some purple on your plate: Why you should eat more of these powerhouse veggies
Boost flavor and health benefits by adding herbs and spices to your meals
Spices and herbs are a part of every home chef’s flavor arsenal, but your favorite seasonings have a lot more to offer than just taste. Whether you’re talking about garlic or parsley, there are serious health benefits to be had through flavoring your food. Not only do herbs and spices contain an array of nutrients, … Continue reading Boost flavor and health benefits by adding herbs and spices to your meals
Poor man’s ginseng found to protect against liver damage
Poor man’s ginseng or Gynostemma pentaphyllum is an herb that is native to South East Asia. The ancient Chinese believed that it could prolong life so they called it the “herb of immortality.” But poor man’s ginseng doesn’t just promote longevity, it also treats damaged liver. In a recent study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, … Continue reading Poor man’s ginseng found to protect against liver damage
The 12 health benefits of osmanthus tea, a caffeine-free beverage
Osmanthus (Osmanthus fragrans) tea is a caffeine-free beverage. Various studies determined that this fruity and floral scented tea offers many health benefits, such as promoting weight loss and detoxification. Osmanthus is a flowering plant in the family Oleaceae. This plant is sometimes used as an ingredient in skincare products. Here are the 12 health benefits of osmanthus tea. It … Continue reading The 12 health benefits of osmanthus tea, a caffeine-free beverage
NAC is a powerful antioxidant that can stop cancer cell growth in its tracks
Antioxidants offer an alternative way of preventing the growth and spread of cancer. In particular, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) presents a powerful solution to combat the disease. In 2018, more than 1.7 million new cases of cancer were reported in the U.S. That number is expected to go up in the coming year despite billions of dollars and thousands of … Continue reading NAC is a powerful antioxidant that can stop cancer cell growth in its tracks
Pterostilbene Benefits: How Can It Improve Your Health?
Source: Pterostilbene Benefits: How Can It Improve Your Health? by Dr. Edward Group We've all heard about the much-touted health benefits of blueberries, grapes, and other berries, but you may not have heard of the unique compound they contain — pterostilbene. What are the benefits of pterostilbene for your health? As an emerging antioxidant that's getting … Continue reading Pterostilbene Benefits: How Can It Improve Your Health?
Polysaccharide extract from reishi mushrooms found to have hypolipidemic, antioxidant, and antiapoptotic properties
A new study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food found that polysaccharide extract from reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum) contains hypolipidemic, antioxidant, and antiapoptotic properties that work against obesity. In this study, a team of researchers at Hunan Agricultural University in China looked at the effect of reishi mushroom polysaccharides on obesity. The Chinese research team examined the … Continue reading Polysaccharide extract from reishi mushrooms found to have hypolipidemic, antioxidant, and antiapoptotic properties
10 Resveratrol Benefits for Heart, Mind, & the Fountain of Youth
Source: 10 Resveratrol Benefits for Heart, Mind, & the Fountain of Youth by Dr. Edward Group Propelled to fame from a multitude of studies on the phytochemical properties of plants, resveratrol more than lives up to its reputation. Experts have called this unique antioxidant a fountain of youth for its effectiveness against a variety of age-related … Continue reading 10 Resveratrol Benefits for Heart, Mind, & the Fountain of Youth
Red wine and onions? This unusual combination offers potent cardioprotective benefits
By now, we know that both red wine and onions are good for the heart. However, a new Taiwanese study expanded on that by saying that a red wine onion extract is even better at preventing the onset of cardiovascular disease. Red wine has long been studied for its antioxidant content. The grape-based beverage improves biomarkers that are … Continue reading Red wine and onions? This unusual combination offers potent cardioprotective benefits
Nine ways to experience the magic of Manuka honey
As far as sweeteners go, honey has been around for thousands of years and has been used as a food and a potent natural remedy. Unfortunately, like most foods produced today, the potency has been greatly diminished through various processing techniques and profitable short cuts that have left many honeys devoid of enzymes and nutrients and … Continue reading Nine ways to experience the magic of Manuka honey
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 