Vegetable juice is not an uncommon thing. Carrots, cucumbers, broccoli, and celery are just a few of the many vegetables that are used to make potent health drinks. But recently, another leafy green has made it to the list of juice-worthy vegetables, and this time, it’s a rather unusual one: cabbage. While it doesn’t sound as appetizing … Continue reading 9 Healthy reasons to make cabbage juice
Keto dessert recipe: This delicious low-carb cheesecake will satisfy your sweet tooth
Most people dread diets, especially those who think that dieting means you’re no longer allowed to eat your favorite snacks and treats. But thanks to this keto-friendly recipe, you can occasionally eat a slice of low-carb cheesecake. What is the ketogenic (keto) diet? The keto diet can be physically grueling, especially for those who regularly eat meals that are … Continue reading Keto dessert recipe: This delicious low-carb cheesecake will satisfy your sweet tooth
Baking soda and lemon juice: A great combo for skin and gut health
People swear by different home remedies for common health complaints. Popular ones include ingredients like baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) and lemon juice. But can these remedies effectively address acne or digestive issues? Research suggests that when used together, baking soda and lemon juice offer various health benefits. pH levels: Acidic, alkaline, and neutral solutions The use of baking soda in … Continue reading Baking soda and lemon juice: A great combo for skin and gut health
10 Reasons to use apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is often used in various home remedies. Why exactly is it good for you? ACV contains acetic acid, probiotics, and other nutrients Apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid, its key ingredient which has a pH of 2.5. Acetic acid is useful for the transportation of minerals (e.g. calcium), the digestion of protein, and the … Continue reading 10 Reasons to use apple cider vinegar
13 Nutritious fruits that can help relieve constipation
A person with constipation has difficulty emptying their bowels and the condition may cause pain and discomfort. To relieve constipation, drink lots of water and eat fiber-rich fruits like apples and pears. The signs and symptoms of constipation If you have constipation, you suffer from irregular and tough bowel movements, which can cause lower abdominal discomfort. Constipation can … Continue reading 13 Nutritious fruits that can help relieve constipation
Improving digestion: 11 gut-friendly foods
Your digestive tract is crucial to your overall well-being because it is responsible for absorbing nutrients and eliminating waste from the body. If you suffer from digestive issues like abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, or diarrhea, eating gut-friendly foods like apples and chia seeds can help relieve your painful symptoms. Other conditions, such as Crohn’s disease, heartburn, irritable bowel syndrome … Continue reading Improving digestion: 11 gut-friendly foods
Reduce inflammation and improve your mood with these healthy, fermented foods
Did you know that probiotics or “good” bacteria can do more than boost your digestive health? If you suffer from inflammation, you can ease your condition by consuming certain kinds of fermented foods. According to Ali Miller, a registered dietitian and author of “The Anti-Anxiety Diet,” you can improve your gut health and mood and energy levels … Continue reading Reduce inflammation and improve your mood with these healthy, fermented foods
7 Reasons to start adding Amaranth greens to your diet
Amaranth is a diverse and colorful plant offering a bevy of healthful benefits. Flour made from its seeds has more protein than most others, and amaranth pasta is also a tasty alternative to your typical wheat pasta. Amaranth is in the superfood category, as it is full of fiber, rich in magnesium, copper and calcium and … Continue reading 7 Reasons to start adding Amaranth greens to your diet
Kombucha is on the rise, but what are its health benefits?
Kombucha is a popular health drink that’s full of probiotics. Drinking kombucha tea helps improve digestion and boosts heart health. But what exactly is kombucha and how is it made? Kombucha and SCOBY Kombucha, a sweet, effervescent drink that’s full of probiotics, is made from SCOBY (symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast). To make kombucha, SCOBY is added … Continue reading Kombucha is on the rise, but what are its health benefits?
Get rid of your gastric ulcers NATURALLY with snake gourd
Research has found that snake gourd (Trichosanthes cucumerina), a plant common to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, has gastroprotective activity, which can prevent damage caused by conditions such as gastric ulcer and similar conditions. In the study, the team from Sri Lanka looked at two things: The mechanism behind the plant’s ability to protect the stomach … Continue reading Get rid of your gastric ulcers NATURALLY with snake gourd
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