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You may hear the word “natural” and think that it must be healthy, after-all, it is “natural”.  Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case.  Some ingredients are added to processed foods as well as vitamins and minerals as binders, colours, excipients, fillers, flavors and sweeteners.  Sometimes these natural ingredients can cause problems in the long run ...click here to read more

Category: Heart Health, Weight loss, Diabetes Meal: Lunch, Dinner Main Ingredients: Boneless Chicken, Prunes Servings: Makes 8 Healthy meals with cinnamon usually have a warming quality, and this stew is no exception. Let it braise for several hours to develop the flavors. Ingredients: 1 large butternut squash, peeled and cubed (about 8 cups) 1 cup ...click here to read more

Category: Heart Health, Weight loss, Diabetes Meal: Lunch, Dinner Main Ingredients: Apples, Cinnamon Servings: Makes 1 Skip the packaged containers of applesauce that often contain lots of sugar and, therefore, calories. Make your own in a snap. Serve at healthy meals that include roast lean pork or turkey or with a sandwich at lunch. Ingredients: ...click here to read more

Go easy on the beer drinking…that’s what we’ve always heard, but some evidence seems to suggest drinking in moderation has some health benefits. Drinking a lot of beer comes with a price; not just a price tag, but a health price. It can cause serious health damage including high blood pressure, cirrhosis of the liver, ...click here to read more

There are many variations of it, that much is certain, but if there is one thing that you absolutely need to function and survive, it’s this: Water. Water is the fluid of life, literally. You can’t function, and you can’t exist without it. The pure kind, not the many variations sold with loads of added ...click here to read more

Today we hear a lot about toxins. There are many chemicals in the air and in the work-place. We are also exposed to chemicals through drugs, and refined foods we eat. This leads to obvious stomach problems for some people, while others simply have a gut full of toxins without really knowing it. Toxicity has ...click here to read more

From time to time people get sick. A little rest and relaxation usually gets them back on track; feeling better. When symptoms don’t seem to dissipate after a few days in bed, it just might be time to take a closer look at what the problem is. Physicians say in some cases common symptoms are ...click here to read more

If you’re like millions of Americans, weight loss may be one of your top priorities.  The weight loss market in North America is booming as over 35% of Americans are obese according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).  When researching natural weight loss remedies, you may have come across a supplement containing ...click here to read more

There are so many anti-aging tips and tricks on how to deal with your skin as you get older. There is also a great deal in terms of products perfectly willing to take your money to give you hope of looking younger faster, or shaving years off of your appearance. While you may have tried ...click here to read more

A major route to good health primarily involves eating healthy diets and engaging in regular exercise, two activities that are associated with the absorption of vitamins and minerals and burning of calories to prevent weight loss.  For some individuals struggling with the problem of excessive weight or diabetes, finding the right food items to include ...click here to read more

Category: Heart Health, Weight loss, Diabetes Meal: Breakfast Main Ingredients: Low-Fat Greek Yogurt, Frozen Bananas Servings: Makes 6 Healthy meals in the morning don’t have to be time-consuming. Whip up a cinnamon smoothie to benefit from the spice’s antioxidants while giving yourself nourishing energy for the hours to come. Ingredients: 2 cups low-fat Greek yogurt ...click here to read more

Over two thirds of Americans are overweight or suffering with obesity and approximately 45% of women are currently on diets. Many diets involve restricting beloved food items and ignoring important hunger signals and the consequent feelings of deprivation can make it nearly impossible to stick to the diet. As a result, many people on diets ...click here to read more

It is a stigma that might be more than a little taboo to speak about openly. There has been many theories on whether or not there could be an actual tie between people who are suffering from obesity and the intelligence of these people. There appears to be more research in favor of the stigma ...click here to read more

You would have to go a long way not to have heard of the infamous Dr. Mehmet Oz, with his televised program and website being a regular go-to resource for thousands of people. So when the popular TV doctor came to the forefront with his newest discovery, it came as no shock that many copy-cat ...click here to read more