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There’s no doubt that whole fruits and vegetables are a key component of a healthy diet. However, if you commonly peel your produce, you may be missing out on the most nutrient-packed part! Peels are commonly regarded as something to be thrown away (or hopefully composted). Only those with an easily chewable texture and mild … Read more
Resveratrol is a powerful plant compound that many people have heard of — mostly in association with grapes and red wine. It has become well-known for promoting heart health, but you may be surprised at the number of other health-boosting benefits resveratrol has. It supports your body from the inside out (like many plant compounds … Read more
The top 9 astaxanthin benefits such as combating wrinkles and age spots to fighting menopause symptoms, and how to best consume astaxanthin.
In a world that always seems to be going after the latest exotic superfood, the most nutritious plants are sometimes hiding right outside your back door— literally. Those who desire a perfect lawn or tend a garden might label these plants as “weeds,” but they have a lot more to offer than most people realize. … Read more
Sometimes it’s the simplest ingredients that pack the biggest punch. This holds true for garlic, lemon, and ginger— a trio that have potent health benefits separately and give your body an even bigger disease-fighting boost when combined into a “super tonic”. There’s nothing exotic about this trio (though ginger is technically a tropical plant). You … Read more
The ‘Holy Grail’ of eating well may be to consume healthy foods that leave you feeling full and satisfied after eating. This is perhaps the best way to both eat the right amount of food for your body and to avoid filling up on nutrient-less “junk” foods. In fact, foods that fill you up and … Read more
Triphala is an ancient herbal preparation that is a staple in Ayurvedic medicine. It is one of the most revered Ayurvedic formulas of all time and is made from a combination of plants all native to India. Like so many other ancient “remedies”, modern research is now confirming numerous traditional triphala benefits and discovering new … Read more
Whether you love or despise their flavor — and people tend to be firmly in one camp or the other — the health benefits of beets are truly outstanding. These deeply colored root vegetables are packed full of nutrients, antioxidants, and plant compounds that are incredibly beneficial for human health. They are one of the … Read more
The fruits and vegetables you eat today are not what they used to be. Research shows that decades ago, a tomato packed up to 50% more vitamin C, iron, and antioxidants than the same tomato at your grocery store today. Why? Modern farming prioritizes speed, size, and shelf life over nutrient density. Stripped soils, synthetic … Read more
Taking care of liver health is one of the most important – yet overlooked – keys to living long and well. Around ⅓ of all adults now have non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), a condition where excess fat accumulates in the liver. A great number of adults are not even aware they have this condition, … Read more