Jul 12
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Four Ways in Which Gluten Is Making Us Fat and Sick

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It is estimated that up to 40 percent of the United States population suffers from gluten intolerance, and that number doesn’t appear to be shrinking. For this unfortunate minority, consuming foods that contain this notorious protein composite, such as wheat, rye, and barley, can lead to countless health issues ranging from bloating and fatigue to constipation and gastrointestinal distress. For the much smaller minority that suffer from the more serious autoimmune disorder, celiac disease, health…

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Jul 09
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Five Surprising Household Uses for Vinegar

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It would be difficult to find a household in the United States that does not contain at least one bottle of vinegar. Indeed, this strong-tasting liquid, which comes in many varieties but is primarily made from acetic acid and water, has been considered an essential ingredient in food preparation for centuries. Aside from being a condiment, it was used to pickle vegetables, make vinaigrette and other salad dressings, and flavor sauces such as ketchup, mustard,…

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Jul 05
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Pomegranates: Packed with Cancer-Fighting Seeds

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The pomegranate is one of the world’s oldest known fruits and has long been considered a symbol of health and fertility in its native Persia (modern-day Iran). It is also one of the most interesting fruits to consume: After splitting apart the pomegranate’s tough outer layer, a complex chamber of red seeds lies before you. These small seeds (and their juice) are the only part of the pomegranate that is edible, but – as numerous studies…

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Jul 04
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A List of Foods Rich in Fiber: From Chia Seeds to Legumes

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Dietary fiber is an essential nutrient that is best-known for helping our bodies to normalize bowel movements by sweeping the intestines of accumulated matter. However, fiber also has numerous other uses in the body. It binds itself to cancer-causing toxins in the colon, helps to stabilize blood glucose levels by absorbing sugar, and even helps to reduce total cholesterol by encouraging the liver to make more bile salts. Consequently, it is important that we eat…

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Jul 04
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Carrots: Colorful Taproots Packed with Vision-Boosting Carotenoids

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The carrot is a biennial plant that is native to Europe and southwestern Asia, but has been cultivated worldwide for over 2,000 years. It bears a crunchy taproot that is usually orange in color but can also be purple, red, white, or yellow. These taproots are commonly incorporated into salads, cooked meals, and even beverages. Carrots have long been associated with good health, and their deep, vivid hues are a testament to their impressive concentrations…

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