With summer in full effect, it’s the perfect time to introduce smoothies into your diet. Smoothies are an excellent way to nourish your body with vitamins and minerals. It can be challenging consuming your recommended intake of 7-8 servings of fruits and vegetables daily. However, smoothies are so quick and easy to make that blending a few vegetables and fruits help ensure you are reaching your daily nutritional intake. You can take your smoothies to the next level by using chilled tea as a base for additional health benefits. The smoothie recipe below is so refreshing on a hot summer...
Often many people discover the hard way that a healthy diet and lifestyle could have prevented a disease. However, even with a health scare or diagnosis it’s never too late to start eating a wholesome diet, with plenty of dark green leafy vegetables. A perfect example of this is if you’ve been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. Like many people who receive Type 2 diabetes diagnosis it can be quite frightening and unexpected. Type 2 diabetes is when your pancreas does not produce enough insulin (a hormone that regulates blood sugar level by helping the body...
Turmeric has been used for centuries to treat a variety of health conditions across India and China. Results from several recent studies are leading to scientific evidence on the benefit of turmeric in helping cure indigestion. One double-blind, placebo-controlled study found that turmeric reduced symptoms of bloating and gas in people suffering from indigestion. Curcumin, the active compound in turmeric, stimulates the gallbladder to produce bile, which helps to improve digestion. In Germany, turmeric has been approved for use in treating digestive problems. So, next time you feel bloated reach out for the turmeric in your spice rack instead of TUMS! Or, if...