Chia seeds were once something you could only purchase in a health food store. However, lately, they’re literally everywhere: from grocery stores to food trucks and restaurant menus. And, the reasons are justified. These black and white seeds may be tiny, but they’re a superfood rich in plenty of nutrients, […]
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Ginger Water Has Amazing Health Benefits & Here Is How to Make It
Hot and cool ginger water and ginger tea share a lot of similar benefits. And, both are made with ginger root and possess antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds that soothe the immune, cardiovascular, and digestive health. Ginger has been part of Chinese and Japanese cuisine for thousands of years and it’s […]
Lying in a Hot Bath Burns as many Calories as a 30-Minute Walk
Apparently, sleeping isn’t the only way our body burns calories while doing practically nothing. Namely, a new study concluded that a hot bath can help burn as many calories as a half-an-hour walk. The study done by UK’s Loughborough University researchers followed the blood sugar levels and energy expenditure of […]
Purple Potatoes: 5 Amazing Reasons to Start Eating Them Today
Without doubt, purple potatoes are considered the gem at the potato aisle. Like many other of its relatives, they’re native to the Andes Mountains in South America. Their outer skin is blue-purple to almost black. And, the inside flesh has an impressive purple color, even after it’s cooked. Some of […]
Why a Cup of Black Tea Is a Good Idea for a Healthy Heart & Gut Flora
Although green tea seems to be the king for the wellness sphere, which isn’t without reason, black tea also deserves all the attention it can get. According to studies, it’s the ideal pick for those looking to boost their gut health. Namely, researchers from the California University concluded that it’s […]
Chaga Tea: Unusual, but Health-Improving Drink
If you’re bored and tired of having the same tea over and over, it may be worth considering adding this highly healthy variant-chaga mushroom tea. Chaga has been consumed in Russia and other Baltic countries for hundreds of years as an immunity booster and to better the overall health. Nowadays, […]
By Eating this Popular Snack before Bed, You Will Balance the Blood Sugar & Lower Diabetes Risk
Did you know that by consuming a handful of peanuts when you’re craving a salty snack, you’re actually improving your health? Namely, recent research has found that eating a handful of peanuts in the evenings and nights prior to bed can help balance the blood sugar levels and minimize your […]
Lower Blood Pressure; Protect the Brain & Balance the Blood Sugar with Bilberries
Most of us are probably already familiar with blueberries; however, what do we know about their lookalikes, i.e. bilberries? It turns out that this small fruit is actually rich in an abundance of health benefits. Native to the US, Canada, Europe, and Asia, bilberries are tinier and darker than blueberries. […]
Drop Up to 11 Pounds per Week & Lower Your Blood Sugar & Cholesterol with this ‘Konjac’ Fiber Detox
Kellyann Petrucci, N.D. has made quite the name for herself thanks to the potent cleanses she created that help us heal and slim down. Petrucci said she’s always exploring ways to make them even more potent. This is why she started researching konjac, a root which grows in Asia. She […]
A Potent Folk Medicine Our Grandmas Swore by: Helps with Asthma, Bronchitis, Cough & Respiratory Disease
Nowadays, unfortunately, a lot of people struggle with respiratory diseases like asthma, bronchitis, and cough. These problems can be a result of some infections, smoking or allergies. This is why it’s important to know what can help us reduce these unpleasant symptoms naturally and safely. Today, we’re going to present […]