Turmeric is known for its rich, yellow color and its myriad of culinary uses.  The old-world spice has been coveted for centuries, with evidence indicating that it may have even been part of ancient Chinese medicine a thousand years ago. Recently, however, this traditional culinary staple is gaining recognition for its amazing health benefits.  Some […]

Due to the increased demands of our fast-paced modern life, people are working more hours and spending less time looking after their family’s health. Although most people understand the adverse effects of such a work orientated lifestyle, most of us don’t seem to be able to balance work, life, and health. A recent study conducted […]

The world’s largest online shopping “mall” may have its talons hooked into you, controlling your mind and your finger tips every time you think of purchasing just about anything you want delivered to your front door or the front porch of your gift-receiving friends and relatives–and that’s just how Jeff Bezos wants it. The founder […]

Carotenoids are some of the most well-known compounds in the world of fruits and vegetables. These pigments are synthesized by a variety of plants, and are also what give many foods their signature color. Warm yellows, bright oranges and bold reds are all attributed to the presence of these potent pigment compounds. Carrots, peppers, tomatoes, […]

Childhood obesity is undoubtedly one of the biggest and fastest growing problems of the 21st century. According to the American Heart Association, about one in three American kids and teens is overweight or obese. A new study, published in the journal Pediatrics, found that food advertising that children view while watching their favorite shows can […]

President Obama’s pen has stayed so busy signing executive orders (EO) that it’s surprising it hasn’t yet run dry, and as his days in the Oval Office wind down, he has added another one to his lengthy list of such orders. The recent “Advancing the Global Health Security Agenda to Achieve a World Safe and […]

It’s become increasingly difficult to find the truth in modern news media, with so many of the typical outlets being biased, deceptive, manipulative and dishonest. Thus, it isn’t too surprising that the website Politifact is decisively pro-vaccine and pro-GMO. The organization says it fact checks what politicians and others with political opinions say, and then uses its “Truth-O-Meter” […]

Over the past week, eight food recalls have been issued because the products may contain contaminated milk powder. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reported a series of related recalls in fear of Salmonella contamination. The contaminated milk powder products in question, made by Valley Milk Products, include Valley Milk’s High Heat Nonfat Dry Milk […]

Not all honey is created equal. While the benefits of raw, unprocessed honey have been well-documented over the centuries, Australian researchers have found one type of honey, called Manuka honey, to be better than all known antibiotics. Manuka honey is produced by bees that forage on the nectar of Leptospermum Scoparium, or New Zealand’s Manuka […]

Olive oil is a kitchen staple that’s touted for its myriad of health benefits. It’s considered a major component of the Mediterranean diet, and its monounsaturated fatty acids are heralded for being a healthy source of dietary fat. Countless studies have examined the potential health benefits of olive oil, uncovering many advantages to its consumption. […]

The entire organic community of the United States just won a massive victory that many may not yet even realize. Even though the DARK Act was passed by Obama and some Senate goons to prohibit labeling of GMOs nationwide, the US Court of Appeals just passed a law that enables states and counties to completely […]

Big Food is at it again, fooling us with false advertisements to make us buy food we don’t want to consume. Most of today’s consumers are increasingly health conscious and want to avoid products that contain health-damaging ingredients. High fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is one of the substances that has made a bad name for […]

What do you do when life gets you down? A lot of people who experience unhappiness, brain fog or mood swings think that antidepressants are the only answer, while those suffering from fatigue often end up chugging vast quantities of caffeine or seeking prescription meds. What these people often fail to realize is that nature […]

Ice cream for breakfast, is it too good to be true? According to Yoshihiko Koga, a professor at Tokyo’s Kyorin University, it’s not. He claims that people who eat ice cream for breakfast have faster reaction times and are better at processing information, Excite News reported. Professor Yoshihiko Koga is an expert in psychophysiology which […]

National Steak and Poultry, an Oklahoma-based company, has recalled nearly 2 million pounds of under-cooked, ready-to-eat chicken products due to bacterial concerns, the Unites States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety Inspection has announced. The chicken products are sold as fully cooked and ready to heat and serve. The possible under-cooking of the concerned chicken […]