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Before there were packaged goods, processed foods, GMOs and an ongoing debate between organic or not, there was dirt, seeds, water and roaming animals. It may be hard to consider now, but the dawn of man produced hunters and gatherers and humans had to get their own food – not by heading to the supermarket. ...click here to read more

Fish, tomatoes, feta cheese, chicken and lots of olive oil. We have just listed a bunch of ingredients to make a special meal, but these all have something in common: They’re stapes of the Mediterranean diet. When you think of the Mediterranean you probably think of the coast of Greece. Blue and white colors span ...click here to read more

Feeling a little nauseous because you’re nervous about seeing your doctor? Really, who wants to be probed or prodded while wearing an ill-fitting gown? It doesn’t rate high on our list of favorite things, either, although we know it’s important. But how we feel about things can be revealed by our stomach. There’s an intimate ...click here to read more

We all know we should be drinking water throughout our day, but a lot of us are still grabbing a can or bottle of soda. It’s no secret that Americans like their soda. But sugary beverages – top-selling sodas included – have come under a lot of scrutiny in the last while because they’ve been ...click here to read more

As we age, the threat of developing Alzheimer’s disease increases. Although the cause of Alzheimer’s disease is still unknown, researchers are working diligently to uncover more information to combat this life-changing illness. What we do know is there are effective means to help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. And there is something you do ...click here to read more

Our diet requires a few simple things: Fat, carbohydrates and protein. In a perfect balance you’ll feel great, energized and receive all the essential vitamins and minerals. But when we don’t eat in balance, having too much protein for example, is when our bodies can go awry. Protein, found in many food groups and high ...click here to read more

If you’re going to talk about women’s health – and the best herbs for female health – you’ve got to talk about hormones! Whether it’s premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and herbal remedies for menstrual cramps in young girls, or natural herbs menopause could use for relief from night sweats and moodiness… hormones play a major role ...click here to read more

Ever turn on a water faucet only to find the water is lingering in the sink and not going down the drain? You have a clogged drain from buildup, and maybe other items which can make their way down a drain (but shouldn’t!). Well, picture this image with your arteries: Your heart is the faucet ...click here to read more

These days, modern medicine has improved so much that doctors are able to treat various diseases, prolonging lives. But there’s still no mechanism to stop the decline of the body as it goes through the natural aging process. As it turns out, though, all you might need is some good old-fashioned “housekeeping” for your brain ...click here to read more

Pain affects all of us at some point, but it seems the older we get the more pain we experience. Sure it’s easy to take a pill to combat this pain, but throughout the day you may be topping up to six pills! The damage these can do to your body isn’t good, so finding ...click here to read more

The fountain of youth has yet to be discovered, but our desire to stay forever young continues to grow. We live in a society where it seems like aging is an illness, so we take steps to prevent it at all costs. From expensive creams to even pricier procedures, anti-aging is a money-making business. The ...click here to read more

We’ve all been tempted by second helpings of a favorite dish, or head to the buffet spread at a restaurant for the third time – you want to get your money’s worth and try everything, right? But what if you felt compelled to wolf down plateful after plateful of food? A dozen donuts or a ...click here to read more

You’re not in a happy place if you’re overweight or obese – and neither is your body. In fact, how much you weigh, in relation to your height, your waist size (pinching more than an inch of flab?) and how many pounds you’ve gained since your mid-20s have a huge impact on your health. We’re ...click here to read more

One of the employees at Bel Marra Health just returned from a trip to India. He could not stop talking about the great food, totally different culture, crazy traffic, incredible color, the Taj Mahal, the thrill of an auto rickshaw ride, cows on the road… But he also raved about something I don’t often hear about ...click here to read more