If you’ve always wanted to try growing garlic, now is a great time to start. Here’s everything you need to know about how to grow garlic, from clove to harvest. You probably think of garlic as a fall crop, but it turns out that you can plant in the spring, too. If you’re planning a spring planting, wait until […]
The avocado is an unusual fruit. Unlike most fruits, it’s rich in healthy fats and is often used to produce oil (1). While avocado oil is not as well known as olive oil, it’s just as delicious. Avocado oil also has numerous benefits, largely related to its content of antioxidants and healthy fats. Avocado oil […]
There is no shortage of weight loss advice on the internet. Although some weight loss tips are good, others are useless or downright harmful. Here are eight weight loss tips that you should ignore completely. Here are eight weight loss tips that you should ignore completely. 1. Always Eat Breakfast, Even if Not Hungry You […]
Salts have exploded with popularity. What once was a simple decision between iodized table salt or sea salt has become a sensory overload. Walk into Whole Foods to restock on salt and you’ll be confronted with a dazzling array of colors, textures and price points. But, what really differentiates specialty salts? Are expensive salts actually […]
Magnesium is an extremely important mineral. It’s involved in hundreds of chemical reactions in your body and helps you maintain good health. Unfortunately, many people don’t reach the recommended daily intake of 400 mg (1). However, eating foods high in magnesium can help you meet the daily requirement. Dark chocolate is as healthy as it […]
You may be focused on getting enough iron, calcium and protein, but do you ever think about zinc? The essential trace mineral is responsible for proper immune function and cell growth and can cause serious issues when not fully present in our daily diets. Zinc deficiencies are most common in older adults, vegetarians and pregnant […]
Sprouts truly are the best locally-grown food, yet not enough people eat or grow them. Considering there many health and environmental benefits, it’s time to consider adding sprouts to your diet. Sprouts truly are the best locally-grown food, yet not enough people eat or grow them. Here are 10 reasons to eat more sprouts: 1. […]
Fruits and vegetables are good for your body. Some of them even help fight chronic diseases, such as heart disease and cancer (1). Interestingly, a method called “juicing” has become increasingly popular in recent years. This involves extracting the nutritious juices from fresh fruits and vegetables. This is a detailed review of juicing and its […]
Many Americans are working to reduce their exposure to harmful chemicals and toxic ingredients. Few industries have faced more criticism for their ingredients than the cosmetics industry and lately, it seems that more and more brands are releasing organic or all-natural personal care lines. Few industries have faced more criticism for their ingredients than the cosmetics industry. […]