Wine tasting seems to be more engaging for the brain than any other human behavior. Or, at least this is what findings of a US neuroscientist indicate. Yale neuroscientist, Gordon Shepherd, notes that from the first view of a wine bottle to its manipulation in the mouth and then the […]
Detoxes and cleanses have become one of the most popular wellness options in the last decade. A lot of them are inspired by traditional practices in both alternative and complementary medicine. Whether it’s cleansing the skin or the gut, there’s an idea that periodical detoxification of the body using healthy […]
Kratom or Mitragyna speciosa is a tree from Southeast Asia. In recent years, it’s gained a lot of popularity in the West, with some proponents claiming that its leaves have amazing healing properties. Though the science on its promoted benefits is low, some evidence seems to be supportive of such […]
In tropical parts of the planet, consuming guava tea is a daily ritual. And, this comes as no surprise considering the abundance of nutrients and deliciousness that this tea has to offer. Guava leaves, the young ones, are brewed to prepare this nutrient-rich and yummy tea. Although it’s most popular […]
Sprouted grain bread is bread made from whole grains that have started sprouting or germinating. These grains are actually seeds. With adequate warmth and moisture, these seeds from whole grains will start to sprout into a plant. Sprouting has several benefits in terms of nutrition when compared to the bread […]
Endorphins are our natural painkillers. The hypothalamus and pituitary gland secrete them to alleviate stress and pain. Known as peptide hormones, endorphins help us reduce pain and make us feel good. Their name comes from the term known as endogenous morphine. Endogenous because they’re made in the body and morphine […]
Most people want a flat belly; however, there is good and bad news when it comes to our fat-free belly. The good news is that you can have a flatter belly without having to do endless crunches and situps. In fact, we’ll share seven tricks that don’t include boring sit-ups […]
Americans spend billions on OTC acne treatments yearly; however, no matter how expensive the masks, creams, and scrubs are, they can’t fix an acne breakout if the inside is the director. Skin is the body’s way of communicating with us and when we fail to pay enough attention to the […]
Algal oil is an oil derived from algae. It’s rich in DHA which accounts for 97 percent of the omega 3s in the brain. But, not a sufficient number of Americans get the needed amount of this pivotal fatty acid. Algal oil is a plant-based, marine oil that doesn’t originate […]
Kerson fruit is a delicious berry-like fruit that reminds of cherries and it comes from a fast-growing tree. Known as Muntingia calabura, Kerson fruit originates from Latin America and Asia. The American name for it is the strawberry tree. More and more research is discovering the benefits of consuming these […]