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Processed Foods – What exactly are we eating out of packages?

Processed Foods – What exactly are we eating out of packages?

Most foods are processed in some form or another which can make the term confusing. There are foods that are mechanically processed which don’t necessarily take away from the healthiness of the food, and then there are foods that are… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Health, Nutrition
Vegan processed foods – Misleading ideas of being healthy

Vegan processed foods – Misleading ideas of being healthy

Eating primarily plant-based with little to no dairy or meat products, is a diet suitable to those who follow vegan nutrition protocol. Cutting out animal products does have its share of health benefits. These include practically eliminating saturated fat from… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Health, Nutrition
Salt – Favor subtraction over addition

Salt – Favor subtraction over addition

Traditional table salt is composed of two minerals: sodium and chloride. Sodium has a bad connotation, one that equates to wreaking havoc on health. However, the body does need some sodium in order for the nerves and muscles to properly function. Sodium helps send electrical signals among… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Health, Nutrition
Pickles: Crunchy cravings

Pickles: Crunchy cravings

Pickles are a food that people either love or hate. Some can eat them straight out of the jar. We hear about pregnant women craving them. Besides their high sodium content, there are actually health benefits to eating these cucumbers.… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food
Root celery, the forgotten medicine

Root celery, the forgotten medicine

This vegetable used to be the staple food in Europe before potato arrived into the old world. In fact, the potato is the replacement of root celery. It is very healthy. This ´replaced´ vegetable is much more healthy than potato.… 0 Shares | | Posted in Health
8 Reasons Why You’re Thirsty All the Time

8 Reasons Why You’re Thirsty All the Time

Occasional thirst is one thing, but if you find that you’re constantly parched, it could mean that underlying health conditions are at hand. Here’s a closer look at what might be causing your excessive thirst. 1. Diabetes It’s estimated that… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Health, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Nutrition, Personal Care
Too much Salt and too little Potassium?

Too much Salt and too little Potassium?

Both salt and potassium are critical to your overall health. They are both crucial in the maintenance of normal blood pressure. A recent study published in the British Medical Journal (see References below) found some interesting data. The World Health… 0 Shares | | Posted in Health, Nutrition
Sodium, Calories and Fats in Pizza Damaging To Health of American Children

Sodium, Calories and Fats in Pizza Damaging To Health of American Children

It’s no surprise that pizza, laden with layers of cheese and greasy bowls of pepperoni, is not a healthy food choice. Sure, it satisfies cravings for carbs and cheese, but according to the Centers for Research in the Public Interest,… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Food, Health, Health, News, Nutrition
How To Balance Your Sodium Intake

How To Balance Your Sodium Intake

Salty Flavoring Adding flavor to food is necessary as many recipes include a variety of spices, salts, butters, and cheeses. Many people love the flavor of salt without even realizing they are consuming it. Others add salt to every food… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Personal Care
JELL-O No! Why This dessert is anything but healthy.

JELL-O No! Why This dessert is anything but healthy.

Jell-O It’s colorful, wiggly and fun. It is one of the most versitile creative foods on the market. You can make jell-o molds, jell-o shots, jell-o gigglers, parfaits, mix flavors, colors, it is essentially a fruit party in a box.… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Food, Health, Health, News, Nutrition, Personal Care