nutrition

5 Science-Backed Benefits of Arugula

5 Science-Backed Benefits of Arugula

Arugula has some weird common names, such as salad rocket, garden rocket, roquette and colewort. The benefits of arugula are definitely better than those names, and don’t worry: it doesn’t taste like rocket fuel. Arugula is from the plant family Brassicaceae (the “mustard greens” family), and you’ll recognize its relatives as cabbage, collards and cauliflower. […]

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    9 Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate

    9 Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate

    Who doesn’t like chocolate? The good news is that some of it is good for you. While most of society has heard that dark chocolate has health benefits, most don’t know what they are or how they work on your body. Truth is, dark chocolate is one of the best sources of antioxidants out there. […]

    9 Guilt-Free Healthy Alternatives to Candy

    9 Guilt-Free Healthy Alternatives to Candy

    Sweets are peeking at us from every grocery and drug store aisle. Chocolates, gummy bears, little fun-sized bars of sugar and fat in 20-pound bags. These will give you calories, but not a lot of anything else — except maybe health problems. Eating too much candy can increase your risk of diabetes, cavities, and obesity. […]

    14 Foods High in Soluble Fiber

    14 Foods High in Soluble Fiber

    We know we need fiber, but why? Our bodies cannot digest fiber, and that’s exactly why we need it. It passes through us undigested and helps us regulate sugars, keeping hunger in check. There are two types of fiber: insoluble fiber doesn’t dissolve in water and moves food through the digestive system, helping to prevent […]

    The 6 Best Plant-Based Sources of Vitamin D

    The 6 Best Plant-Based Sources of Vitamin D

    Are you getting enough vitamin D? Statistically, probably not. One billion people worldwide and 42 percent of people in the United States are vitamin D deficient — and most don’t even know it. The NIH recommends 600-800 IU per day, but it is recommended that vegetarians and vegans shoot for the top of that range. […]

    8 Best Non-Toxic Cookware Sets to Keep Your Food and Yourself Safe

    8 Best Non-Toxic Cookware Sets to Keep Your Food and Yourself Safe

    While Teflon has been used extensively in traditional pots and pans since the 1940s, studies have shown that switching to a non-toxic option is much better for your health and the health of the planet. But with so many options available, it can be hard to narrow down the best non-toxic cookware sets. In this […]

    6 Wellness Shots You Can Make at Home​

    6 Wellness Shots You Can Make at Home​

    If you’re a regular at the juice bar, you might recognize the 4-oz bottles of wellness shots offered alongside their full-size counterparts. These shots are essentially concentrated versions of healthful juices, and are meant to provide a burst of nutrients in a very small dose. The superfoods, spices, and other ingredients in the shots are […]

    The Best Healthy Energy Drinks and Coffees

    The Best Healthy Energy Drinks and Coffees

    If you’re like many busy Americans, you may feel the need for an extra boost of energy to stay focused and perform at your best throughout the day. Whether you experience the age-old 3 p.m. slump at your desk or you need an extra jolt to power through a morning workout, you may be looking […]

    8 Health Benefits of Aronia Berries

    8 Health Benefits of Aronia Berries

    Why would anyone want to eat something called a chokeberry? Well, they’re considered one of the best sources of antioxidants, which have a plethora of health benefits, that’s why. Aronia berries get their nickname because eating the small, darkly colored fruits raw can dry out your mouth, but they are often added to jams, teas, […]