Category Archives: Functional Foods

You’ve probably heard the hype around superfoods – these are items that are high in vitamins, nutrients, and antioxidants. These foods are hailed for the benefits they can offer your body, but it’s hard to know which foods are worth buying and which really don’t live up to the hype. The below eight foods are ...click here to read more

When you hear about healthy foods, many of them don’t really seem appetizing. Or they’re an exotic food that you either can’t get or is really expensive. Healthy eating shouldn’t be complicated, so we have compiled a list of simple everyday foods—some which you may even already be eating—that are packed with antioxidants and go ...click here to read more

There is nothing better than eating your favorite flavor of ice cream on a hot summer’s day. Ice cream in general is typically the go to guilty pleasure for the majority of people. Some would argue that the fat content in ice cream directly relates to how tasty it is. However, a new study from ...click here to read more

The secret to longevity and long-lasting health is enjoying your life and staying happy. Of course, some hard work is required to take care of your health and set yourself on the right path, but in doing so, you should not forget to have fun. And that includes enjoying good food. You’ve probably noticed that ...click here to read more

A review of some recent health fads has been published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology that identifies some of the cons associated with juicing, coconut oil, and gluten-free diets. Dr. Andrew Freeman, co-chair of the American College of Cardiology’s Lifestyle and Nutrition Work Group, explained the need for this review: “There ...click here to read more

High blood pressure is a growing problem in the U.S. If left untreated or managed poorly, it can contribute to serious health complications, leading to a heart attack, stroke, and even death. Many Americans take blood pressure medication to lower their numbers, but some patients don’t seem to experience much improvement despite the therapy. New ...click here to read more

We all have those days when we just can’t help but overindulge in unhealthy foods that we usually avoid. Sure, we know this is not the way to go, but sometimes life happens, and then next thing you know, you’re left feeling sluggish. Food is an integral part of our health, and although it’s okay ...click here to read more

September is whole grains month and fruits & veggies month, so we present our top articles that discuss the impact that whole grains, fruits, and vegetables have on heart disease, stroke, weight loss, cholesterol, glaucoma, and breast cancer. As the saying goes, “you are what you eat.” It’s important that we eat nutritious foods to ...click here to read more

Albeit a small organ, your liver holds plenty of responsibility performing over 500 functions on a daily basis. Some of those tasks include excreting bile for digestion, metabolizing fats, proteins, and carbohydrates, and detoxifying the body. For the most part, your liver doesn’t require too much assistance, but if you bog your liver down, you ...click here to read more

Inflammation is our body’s natural response to infection and injury as a self-protection mechanism. Based on this, inflammation may seem as a good thing. Unfortunately, inflammation can also contribute to negative health complications, triggering diseases or causing chronic pain. For this reason, inflammation should be controlled if you want to feel your best, and the ...click here to read more

Muscle pain and strength loss seem almost inevitable as we age, but continuing to maintain muscle mass is important for overall health. It keeps us strong, assists us in daily activities, and promotes healthy metabolism, which is particularly important for diabetics. But although building and maintaining muscle is important, it can be difficult due to ...click here to read more

You probably heard that if you want to improve your vision you should eat carrots, but a new study has shown that bananas are beneficial for your vision, too. Fruits in general can provide disease-fighting properties and should be part of your healthy eating routine – an apple a day keeps the doctor away, as ...click here to read more

You may have been hearing a lot about lemonade lately, which made you think about the refreshing beverage – yes, that’s right, we are talking about the beverage, not the cheating allegations. Lemonade is a summertime favorite as you may now be noticing with all the fast-food commercials pushing their “homemade lemonade.” But purchasing lemonade ...click here to read more

Your stomach is prone to many threats, as anything ingested through the mouth ultimately ends up in the stomach. Your stomach tries its best to break down all that enters, but sometimes it falls victim to ulcers, bacteria, and other health ailments that can compromise the stomach’s ability to perform its job. Research suggests that ...click here to read more