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

Shiny hair, stronger nails: Add these 8 biotin-rich foods to your diet

If you are losing hair faster than normal, you might be one of those rare individuals who suffer from a deficiency of biotin. This is easily remedied, however, by eating foods that are naturally rich in this B vitamin. Also known as vitamin B7, biotin supports the healthy growth of hair, skin, and nails. It is taken … Continue reading Shiny hair, stronger nails: Add these 8 biotin-rich foods to your diet

Fight Parkinson’s with these 6 alternative treatments

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects movements. Treatment for this condition focuses on managing its symptoms. Here are six alternative treatments that might help people with Parkinson’s disease. Acupuncture: A traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture enhances the appetite, promotes relaxation, boosts energy levels, promotes better sleep, and combats stress – all of which are beneficial to everyone, especially … Continue reading Fight Parkinson’s with these 6 alternative treatments

Study: The Mediterranean diet benefits adults of any age

As you age, you need to be more careful about your health. According to a study published in the British Journal of Nutrition, the best way to maintain your overall well-being is to follow the Mediterranean diet. This particular diet can benefit everyone, especially the elderly. Why is the Mediterranean diet good for you? Data from this … Continue reading Study: The Mediterranean diet benefits adults of any age

10 Medicinal herbs that every prepper needs when SHTF

Herbs aren’t just used to enhance the flavor of food. When SHTF, preppers know which medicinal herbs can be used to address different health complaints like headaches or a sore throat. It’s easy to grow various kinds of medicinal herbs in your garden or on your patio. Even if you live in an apartment, you … Continue reading 10 Medicinal herbs that every prepper needs when SHTF

Natural treatments for bronchitis may be found in Kampo medicine

Medicine has indeed developed by leaps and bounds, which is great, for the most part. However, it also means that more “modern” forms of medicine, such as Western medicine, have become the norm in healthcare, with more traditional approaches being labeled as “alternative” or worse, shunned altogether. It’s unfortunate, really, since they are still as … Continue reading Natural treatments for bronchitis may be found in Kampo medicine

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

Aged garlic is incredibly good for your heart

The greatest bane of health and life in the United States can be prevented by consuming a common kitchen herb. Heart disease can be avoided by eating aged garlic, which contains natural compounds that support the healthy functions of the cardiovascular system. Aged garlic exerts a number of beneficial effects that benefit the heart directly and … Continue reading Aged garlic is incredibly good for your heart

Discover the benefits of biotin, a little known B-vitamin that can give you that natural, healthy look

If your hair is dry and brittle or if your skin is red and itchy, you may have a biotin deficiency. But what is the B-vitamin called biotin and why is it good for your hair and skin? Biotin is also called vitamin B7. As a water-soluble B-vitamin, biotin doesn’t get stored in fat tissues. Additionally, water-soluble vitamins are quickly … Continue reading Discover the benefits of biotin, a little known B-vitamin that can give you that natural, healthy look

Mediterranean diet linked to lower depression risk, according to study

There are various diets that can promote weight loss or prevent different diseases, but experts still consider the Mediterranean diet to be one of the healthiest. According to a study, this particular diet is also linked to a lower risk of depression. The study, which was published in the journal Molecular Psychiatry, was conducted by researchers from Deakin University, University … Continue reading Mediterranean diet linked to lower depression risk, according to study