Isn’t it wonderful when something that tastes so yummy is also good for you? That’s what you get when you enjoy the delicious, sweet flavor of berries. The pigments that give berries their deep red, blue, black and purple hues are powerfu... Read more
Q: Does cranberry juice help prevent bladder infections?
A: Maybe. Cranberries contain two compounds that seem to prevent bacteria from sticking to cells in the kidney, bladder, and other parts of the urinary tract. The effect o... Read more
Packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, fruit should be part of any healthy diet. As a diabetes educator, some of the most frequent questions from my clients have to do with fruit. Can I still eat fruit? How much fruit should I eat? What are the b... Read more
If you’ve ever made a fruit salad, you probably know that squeezing lemon juice onto the apples, pears, and bananas will keep the fruit from turning brown. This brown color happens because of a process called oxidation—a reaction be... Read more
It’s 10 a.m., and your stomach starts that familiar growl, so you’re tempted to grab a snack. Trouble is, those hunger pangs tend to come at a time when you’re busy, so you’re likely to absentmindedly reach for something quick... Read more
Has anyone had experience with juicing to lose weight and becoming healthier? How have your incorporated it if you have? do you juice one meal, two or all day? thanks... Read more
I sat in the sauna this morning for 20 minutes before my class. What are the benefits if any? Does it matter if you go before or after a class? How long should you sit in the sauna?... Read more
Is it better to consume1/2 cup of orange juice or a medium size orange? I would assume it would be the orange because you are consuming all of it and getting the benefits of all the nutrients.... Read more
I am tracking my food intake and have no idea how to track juices and smoothies. Should I weight the fruits and veggies 1st and then track the output? I'm concerned that just tracking the fruits and veggies that I'm juicing will give a skewed carb co... Read more
Cranberry juice is a good alternative to soft drinks and it can be good for you.Research has shown that cranberry juice can lower the risk of urinary tract infections and can shorten the length of an established infection.It does this by increasing t... Read more
For anyone struggling with weight issues due to insulin resistance, diabetes, PCOS, and hypoglycemia. Diet Health Benefits also help reduce HBP, Cholesterol, Triglycerides, & Liver Enzymes.
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As holiday time approaches, many of us will be planning our menus for the dinner table. Cranberries are a favorite in many families. Have you ever wondered whether cranberries are as nutritious as some say or if they are just part of the tradition? L... Read more
Today is Eat a Cranberry Day! Don't wait for Thanksgiving to gobble up these tart, tasty berries. As Tanya wrote recently, you don't need to cranberries are more than just a holiday tradition. Packed with antioxidants and proven (in their purest form... Read more
Okay, I have all of 5 minutes before I board my plane to the wonderful world of the USA...so I will make this short.
I felt a bladder infection coming on last night. So I went to the store and bought a 2L bottle of 100% juice cranberry juice at... Read more
