High fructose corn syrup makes up more than 40% of calorie sweeteners in today’s foods and beverages. What is it exactly? It’s derived from corn, which is majorly cheap compared to other sources of sweeteners. It’s not only cheap, but abundant. And it’s really sweet, since it’s 55 to 90% fructose. Because it’s so cheap […]
How to Avoid the Bacteria and Viruses during This Year’s “Flu Season”
We all face bacteria and viruses on a daily basis, especially during the winter months. And with the Ebola fears now, this has become more and more important. It’s one thing to get the sniffles and achy joints. But it’s another thing entirely when it’s something that can, and often does, kill you! Some of […]
Should You Really Bother With Organic Food?
For starters, organics are more expensive to some degree, and they often don’t look as good as conventional fruits and/or vegetables. Also, they’re sometimes difficult to find. So is it really what it’s cracked up to be? Is it worth the trouble finding it, and the extra cost? In a word, YES. Just to be […]
Who’d Have Thought—the Coconut!?
Did you know that the coconut is the largest seed in the world? It’s a known fact that sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds are uncommonly good for us, and this other big seed, the coconut, is also good for us—in a major way! And that includes all parts of the coconut—the flesh, the oil and […]
How Your Lungs Affect Your Overall Health
If you’re interested in anti-aging, this is important. Even if you’re not, it’s STILL important! As we pack on the years, our lungs can become increasingly inefficient. Our lung capacity diminishes rather dramatically. And how does this affect our overall health? It’s because, for starters, diminished lung capacity is directly linked to diminished heart health. […]