Eating foods high in potassium — such as fruits, vegetables, grains and roots — may help lower blood pressure levels, a recent analysis revealed. According to the review, higher dietary potassium intake was associated with significant reductions in blood pressure regardless of sodium intake. Data also show that high potassium consumption curbs blood pressure by … Continue reading Who needs meds? Simple potassium may lower blood pressure more safely than prescription drugs
Apple peels documented to kill cancer cells
The old adage, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away,” rings truer than ever when examining the scientific evidence showing that eating apples can help kill cancer cells. While apples themselves are known to have many disease-fighting benefits, mounting evidence shows you shouldn’t remove the peel from the apple before consuming it or you could be … Continue reading Apple peels documented to kill cancer cells
CoQ10 helps relieve symptoms of congestive heart failure, prevents premature death in patients
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is one of the most popular dietary supplements in the United States. Extensive studies suggest that the antioxidant properties of CoQ10 can be utilized for the treatment of cardiovascular conditions. A recent review published in Circulation: Heart Failure found that CoQ10 supplementation can reduce the risk of premature death in patients with heart failure. CoQ10 supplementation … Continue reading CoQ10 helps relieve symptoms of congestive heart failure, prevents premature death in patients
Gardening hacks: High-yield strategies to make the most out of your space
You don’t need a large plot of land to have a garden with a high vegetable yield. For productive gardening, you just need to figure out which strategies are best for your garden space. Here are seven high-yield strategies that can help you maximize your garden space. (h/t to GoodHousekeeping.com) (1) Use raised beds with rich soil. To … Continue reading Gardening hacks: High-yield strategies to make the most out of your space
Researchers identify 3 antioxidants that help minimize inflammation in heart failure patients
Antioxidants protect your cells from damage caused by harmful molecules called free radicals. According to a study, three antioxidants, namely vitamins C and E and alpha-lipoic acid, help reduce inflammation in patients with heart failure. The findings of this double-blind, crossover study were presented at Experimental Biology 2019 in Orlando. Free radicals and heart health When free radicals accumulate in your body, they cause oxidative … Continue reading Researchers identify 3 antioxidants that help minimize inflammation in heart failure patients
Is this the most powerful superfood on the planet?
In the wake of a dirty food industry, a corrupt and inept health care system, and government leaders who could not care less about the state of the environment, nearly every living thing on planet Earth has become tainted, nutrient deficient, and diseased. However, there is good news as organic farmers, natural health professionals, and a … Continue reading Is this the most powerful superfood on the planet?
Natural Appetite Suppressants: The Best Ways to Eat Less & Lose Weight
Source: Natural Appetite Suppressants: The Best Ways to Eat Less & Lose Weight by Dr. Edward Group If you're looking to lose a few pounds or need a little metabolic boost, you may have considered using appetite suppressants. Appetite suppressants are substances that reduce your food cravings. But do they work? Many over-the-counter stimulants claim to … Continue reading Natural Appetite Suppressants: The Best Ways to Eat Less & Lose Weight
Vegan Diet: Best Vegan-Friendly Foods & Diet Plan
Source: Vegan Diet: Best Vegan-Friendly Foods & Diet Plan by Dr. Edward Group Whether it's for health reasons or an ethical choice, the decision to shift to a vegan diet can feel empowering. For some of us, it is no easy feat to give up all animal products. Yet a vegan diet can be fantastic for … Continue reading Vegan Diet: Best Vegan-Friendly Foods & Diet Plan
Quercetin, a flavonoid found in many foods, has anti-aging and anti-cancer properties
Many plants, including fruits and vegetables, are known for their medicinal properties. These properties come from active compounds called metabolites that plants produce either through metabolism or to aid in that process. Plant metabolites exhibit different activities; while some are able to fight inflammation or kill microbes, others can effectively halt oxidation and delay cellular aging. According to … Continue reading Quercetin, a flavonoid found in many foods, has anti-aging and anti-cancer properties
Zinc Orotate: Benefits for Your Joints, Liver, & More
Source: Zinc Orotate: Benefits for Your Joints, Liver, & More by Dr. Edward Group We’ve all heard about zinc — the trace element that gives our bodies a healing boost and supports our physiology. But have you heard of zinc orotate? Its small size enables it to pass through cell membranes easily. This means it’s more … Continue reading Zinc Orotate: Benefits for Your Joints, Liver, & More
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