There are many different types of fat out there, some of which come with a wide spectrum of health benefits. One specific type of fat that is proving to be extremely beneficial for our bodies is medium chain triglycerides (MCT). One specific benefit is MCT’s ability to help you lose weight. Fats are not usually […]

Hemp oil is high in fatty acids and has a composition similar to skin lipids. It makes a superb natural moisturizer, excellent for dehydrated skin and nails. It is said to increase skin elasticity and water retention capacity and it is safe to apply directly onto the skin. Combined with proteins, lipids (fats) form a […]

Until recently, there has been a lot of confusion about fats; which ones are alright for consumption, and how much of the good ones you should be incorporating into your diet. Most experts agree that our diets are rich in omega-6’s and deficient in 3’s, which creates a disease-friendly, chaotic environment within our bodies. According […]

I have recently made it a habit to check every label before consuming a product, which has led me to some significant research and conclusions about the way we eat here in America. If I had a penny for every time I asked myself “What the heck is that?” after reading a list of indecipherable […]

Have you ever taken a look inside your medicine cabinet, and wondered which medications you were taking that are really necessary, and which could be easily replaced by a natural remedy? Many Americans are beginning to do this, and are finding that often they are able to replace multiple medications with just one natural supplement, […]

Good health has been in the spotlight lately, and it seems people everywhere are starting to take preventative measures against diseases that are plaguing our society. One of the best ways to do this is to juice! Not just a “weight loss fad” anymore, juicing has a whole bunch of health benefits just waiting to […]

There are many different ways to boost your metabolism, from drinking a glass of water before each meal to eating more meals with a smaller portion size. But did you know there are certain foods that you can incorporate into your diet which may help to speed your metabolism in a healthy, natural way? Tumeric […]

I was at a friend’s house recently, and she offered my daughter and I a squeezy-pouch that contained chia seeds, a food that I was oblivious to until this moment. If you’ve had them before, then you know that when soaked in any liquid, they turn into a gel-like substance that mimics the liquid’s taste. […]

There are many who enjoy a cold beer after a long day’s work and the kids are asleep. Some might even enjoy two, on a bad day. But did you know that there is a micronutrient contained in hops (the main ingredient in beer) that has the potential to help those with metabolic syndrome, high […]

The fact that nature has an answer for most medical problems is no secret. People are becoming aware that there are options other than prescription medications; they just aren’t sure where to begin! One of the best kept secrets of natural medicines is black cumin seed oil. The list of medications that this seed can […]

Most who are dealing with blood sugar issues turn to prescription medications, which have a multitude of unwanted side effects. But something that people are learning is that nature has an answer, and in this case it lies in herbs and spices. According to an article titled “Top 5 Herbs and Spices That Help Lower […]

Apple cider vinegar has a multitude of uses from salad dressing, to beauty treatments, to household cleaning. I have used it as an astringent for my skin, and clarifier for my hair for years. It is more effective than any other product I have used for these purposes, leaving me with an even skin tone, […]

In addition to exercising your brain by thinking, consuming the right food also can contribute positively to maintaining a sound mind as the years advance. Of course, everyone’s mental capacity declines to some degree as they progress through their senior years, but eating the “brain foods” on the list below may substantially lessen the decline, […]

There is a long tradition of cooking with hemp in many regions of the world, which unfortunately has been seen in a negative light in recent decades due to its association with marijuana. Hemp does not contain the psychoactive ingredient found in marijuana and is very beneficial for overall health. Adding hemp seeds to one’s […]

When you have a lot to think about, to reflect on, to contemplate, and to plan for, you need a clear head and a stable heart. The last thing you need at these times are chemicals racing through your blood, unnaturally changing your body chemistry, manipulating your true feelings, making you worry about simple fixes, […]