You might not want dandelions (Taraxacum officinale) dappled across your lawn, but you definitely want to make them a part your healthy diet. For centuries, the sunny yellow dandelion flower, greens, and roots have been embraced around the world for its culinary and medicinal uses. Dandelion root contains several compounds beneficial to health, including the …
If you pay even a little attention to food industry news, you know there's been huge concerns over Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) in our food supply. It's estimated 70% or more of America's processed grocery products contain gene-altered ingredients. Since at least the 1990's, we've been consuming genetically modified enzymes primarily in breads, cheeses, sodas, …
Detoxification is a natural process that incorporates resting, cleansing, and nourishing the body from the inside out. Toxins are known substances harmful to the body. By eliminating them then fueling your body with healthy nutrients, you can create a healthier life. A planned period of detox can strengthen your body's natural “Detox Team,” leading to …
Devil's claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) is indigenous to southern Africa where, for thousands of years, tribes prepared the herb as an internal remedy for migraine and gastrointestinal problems and to reduce fever. Salves were also prepared to heal skin conditions. Today, devil's claw is a scientifically validated remedy for pain and inflammation associated with degenerative joint …
Naturally sweet cinnamon revives our senses with its wonderful aroma and can enhance health with its medicinal properties. Cinnamon was first used in China (2700 B.C.) to treat fever, digestive, and menstrual problems. Indian healers used cinnamon to treat gastrointestinal complaints, as well as sore throat and cough. Today, modern herbalists continue to use the …
Do you enjoy a no-sugar-added soda with dinner every night? What about a low-sugar, high protein ‘nutrition bar' after a workout? At the office, are you mindlessly grazing through the low-sugar or no-sugar added cookies? Do you read food label ingredients to see where the sugars are hidden? If you're regularly drawn to sweets or …
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Meet onion's delicate cousin! Known for its delicate, meaty, onion-like flavor, shallot, a member of the onion family, adds flavor to dishes worldwide. Shallot (Allium ascalonicum) most likely originates from Southeast Asia, spreading into India and the Mediterranean region. Typically, it's used as seasoning for foods, food industry products, and medicine. Shallot contains carbohydrates and …