Tabbed as an “it” health food of the 21st century, kefir is a probiotic drink that contains many bioactive compounds, including up to 30 different strains of “good guy” bacteria. These probiotics, such…

Ashitaba, a green leafy plant, has been consumed for its medicinal benefits for over 400 years. This Japanese herb is packed with nutrients, including a variety of antioxidant called chalcones. Although research…

If you make an effort to choose the healthiest breads possible, or even to make your own bread at home, then sprouted grain breads (such as Ezekiel bread) are probably at the…

You may come across sunflower oil among the vast display of cooking oils in the grocery store. If you’re wondering whether or not sunflower oil is good for you, you’re not alone.…

When May rolls around, it’s that time of year again. Those coiled tips of the ostrich fern, called fiddleheads, are finally available and ready to be consumed for their earthy, nutty flavor.…

With sourdough bread perhaps more popular than it’s been in quite some time, ever wonder: Why is sourdough bread good for you? It helps to take a look at old-school bread vs.…

According to a 2016 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study, one out of three American adults does not get enough sleep on a regular basis. For millions of people, melatonin might…

Do you feel guilty after adding mayonnaise to your favorite sandwich or dip? If so, you’re not alone. There’s plenty of curiosity about whether or not mayonnaise nutrition is bad for health,…

You don’t have to be a perfectly healthy eater all the time to lose weight and improve your health in other ways. The slow carb diet is one example of a flexible…

Magnesium plays a central role in just about every bodily process, from the synthesis of DNA to the metabolism of insulin. Low levels of this crucial mineral have even been tied to…