There is a lot of controversy surrounding dairy consumption, with extensive research on both sides of the spectrum. While consumption in moderation may not be terrible, most people consume way more than they should. In fact, many doctors, scientists and other nutrition specialists are beginning to advise people to steer clear from dairy altogether. Dairy…
Yoga is great for many things. It helps to increase muscular endurance and flexibility, reconnect your body and mind as well as improve balance. #1: Downward Dog + Leg Lift Downward dog is a standard pose in any yoga routine. It in itself can help your balance, but if you want an extra challenge, try…
Coconut water: A delicious, refreshing beverage that’s also incredibly healthy. It’s full of antioxidants, amino acids, enzymes as well as a plethora of essential vitamins and minerals. It’s best to drink fresh coconut water if you live an environment where it exists, otherwise fresh coconut water found in cartons and sometimes bottles is the next…
Kombucha sounds like a foreign drink from a foreign land. Its opaque colors and disarming smell may alarm you at first, but rest assured that there is a myriad of health benefits packed into a single bottle of kombucha. There are many different flavors of kombucha ranging from fruity to sour. Kombucha originated in Northeast…
Raw diets can include a variety of things. Many people assume that the category of raw food only includes fruits and vegetables. However, those who consume a primarily raw diet are able to eat a wide variety of foods including fish, fermented foods, sprouted grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, eggs and some people even eat raw meat…
Vegan diets have been around for ages, and have really begun to grow in popularity the last five to ten years. There is a lot of controversy surrounding those who choose to eliminate animal products from their diet, from doctors and “meat-eaters” alike. However, there are several proven amazing health benefits of a vegan diet….
Back pain can hinder almost every daily activity from driving to even walking. Thankfully there are many stretches you can do to help ease the pain. #1: Knee to Chest This stretch can help to realign your pelvis as well as stretch your lower back. How you do it: Lie on the floor, or an…
Nutritional yeast: is it good for you or not? The answer is yes! Nutritional yeast has many dietary and health benefits. It also contains many antiviral and antibacterial properties in addition to the nutritional aspect. One major benefit of this superfood, is it is one of few foods that contain a whole spectrum of B…
This recipe for healthy vegan banana pancakes is a great way to start your day right. If you prefer to use non-vegan or regular flour you are welcome to substitute where applicable. To begin, heat up a skillet with oil of your choice over medium-low heat. Olive oil or coconut oil are two healthy options….
Ideally, in a healthy diet you would eat only whole unprocessed foods. However, that is not always an option. Whether on a budget, pressed for time or even traveling, eating solely whole unprocessed foods 100 percent of the time is unrealistic. When choosing processed, prepackaged or canned food of any sort, try to avoid these…
There is no better time to boost your immune system than now. Your vegetables are number one during a time like this. Covid19 has many negatives but there are some positives – we can all change our eating habits for the better. Earth’s gift to us humans in terms of nutrition and health are vegetables…
A common condiment in the average household, great for pies and coffee, it is also extremely beneficial for your health. Various civilizations around the world have been using cinnamon medicinally for centuries. Cinnamon is derived from the bark of Cinnamomum trees. Studies have shown that the health benefits of cinnamon can be found in all…
