Here’s the thing. I know you know it’s summer. All you’ve got to do is take a look at the thermometer and you can tell the temps are high and the sun is shining brightly. And, here’s the thing about...
Osteoporosis continues to plague millions of Americans. The condition leaves many unable to move properly and exposes them to an increased risk of fractures and poor health. The good news is there are several new treatments being developed which might...
Here in North Carolina (and probably along much of the East Coast), once summer rolls around, you’ll see roadside signs advertising a “free-for-all” on berry picking. The hand-painted signs on pieces of plywood signify summer’s here, and it’s time to...
One of the most abundant summer crops in backyard gardens are green beans. Hanging from their stalks, these legumes have been bred intentionally to be both easily digestible (unlike other beans) and extremely palatable. Yes, grandmothers love making grandchildren eat...
You might have noticed beet juice seems to be in all of these healthy vegetable juice blends. There’s good reason for that. Beets are an absolute powerhouse in the vegetable world. In all reality, there’s not much that beats beets....
You’ve likely heard the news reporting on how antibiotics are becoming more ineffective. And, it’s a real threat. Antibiotics are slowly becoming useless fighting some infections. Everyone needs to be concerned about the overuse of antibiotics, because it’s creating new “super-bugs”,...
There’s plenty of reason to love avocados. First, they’re one of the only fruits to contain fat; healthy monounsaturated fats which are absolutely necessary for superior health. Secondly, they’re loaded with a wide variety of nutrients. Rich in Vitamin A,...
New research published in The Lancet has made an interesting discovery. If you have a weak grip, you might have an increased risk of heart disease. Bear in mind, this does not speak to a “weak” or “strong” handshake, but the...
Perhaps you’ve heard of the ketogenic diet. The ketogenic diet isn’t necessarily new, as diets like the “Atkins diet” and the “South Beach Diet” rely on ketosis for weight loss and to help regulate BMI. But, it’s becoming increasingly popular now...
