In the US, we enjoy practically unlimited access to any food any time of the year. Although it's nice to have watermelon in February and asparagus in August, many people don't even know that foods have a season, let alone what foods are in se... Read more
When it comes to fruits and vegetables, most of us stick with what we know: carrots, cucumbers and celery at lunchtime; corn, peas and green beans for dinner; bananas, apples and oranges for breakfast or snacks. To keep healthy eating fun and excitin... Read more
Pests can invade, destroy, and annoy both the garden and the gardener. While bugs are an inevitable (yet sometimes rewarding) presence in your garden, you don’t need harmful chemicals to ward off these little visitors. Many tried and true organ... Read more
Switching from processed to whole grains is one of the simplest changes you can make to help your health. Whole grains have more protein and fiber than their stripped-down counterparts, which means they'll help you stay fuller longer. That's... Read more
When you're living with chronic heartburn/GERD, cooking and enjoying a meal can be a challenging and often anxiety-filled experience. However, although there are many foods and cooking techniques that can set off heartburn, there are also plenty... Read more
Do you take Vitamin D for weight loss? Every morning I take 2,000 iu of Vitamin D . Vit. D seems to help with weight loss , also the immune system, bones, heart etc.How much Vit D do you take ? 252... Read more
193 I have been takeing 2000 iu of Vitamin D daily for a year! Not sure if that's to much ? Does anyone know the answer? Is it true that it helps with weight loss?... Read more
I did some research and found that the top 5 nutrients for energy is Potassium, Iron, Magnesium, Zine, and Vitamin E. No matter what I seem to eat though, I just can't reach those goals for the day. Sodium (tracking just for general purpose) seems... Read more
I think the answer is "no, there's no harm" but I wanted to ask here. I am not looking to get pregnant but know prenatal viatimins are loaded with a ton of good stuff for a woman's body..is there any harm for an average 33 year old woman to take pren... Read more
Cherry tomatoes make great guilt free snack! When I open the fridge door looking for something to munch on, they are the first thing I see. They have a nice bright flavor that prevents me from grazing deeper in to the depths of the fridge. Plus, it... Read more
Diabetic people have low vitamin C levels. Vitamin C may reduce glycosylation. Vitamin C lowers sorbital in people with diabetes. Sorbital is a sugar that can accumulate and damage the nerves eyes and kidney of people with diabetes. C helps the hear... Read more
To help increase your immunity this cold and flu season, give yourself an extra boost of vitamin C (no supplements required!). This antioxidant is found in a wide range of foods from potatoes to bell peppers. Check out these 5 delicious, vitamin-C ri... Read more
Quick, easy and delicious ways to save calories (and sometimes money)!Add fiber, cut the fat and stretch the portions of tuna, chicken or egg salad!Tuna salad: 205 calories; 10.6 g fat (serving is half a can of tuna)Chicken salad: 239 calories; 11.4... Read more
