What are the best metabolism-boosting foods for weight loss? Trying to lose weight, or maintain a healthy weight, you may want to try some foods that boost your metabolism. We see claims online all the time for metabolism-boosting solutions, but could whole foods be part of that solution? Recent research…
The golden spice turmeric, native to Southeast Asia has been used for centuries for more than just cooking. Ancient medicine has lauded its beneficial effects for a long time. And now, research is verifying that this common spice can in fact help with many health conditions. The main antioxidant in…
You may have noticed more foods boasting their fiber content on the front label. Why the sudden interest in roughage? Recent research has shed light on the numerous benefits of dietary fiber. Over 70% of our immune system resides in our digestive tract, so keeping it healthy will in turn…
Humans have long been searching for the fountain of youth. And while we haven’t found that fountain just yet… we have discovered that there are populations of people that live for a very long time with great health. By studying these populations of the world’s longest-living people, there are a…
In recent years, we have all been hearing more about how our health is impacted by our GI tract, gastrointestinal tract, or gut. This pathway is responsible for processing our food and all the nutrients in it. It is also where almost 80% of our immune system operates and has…
Inflammation is a process that can drive certain conditions, like diabetes, heart disease, certain kinds of cancer, liver disease, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, and more (1, 2, 3, 4). Chronic inflammation can arise from stress, obesity, smoking, and even some dietary sources (5,6). Eating foods that tamp down inflammation may help…
Many of the foods we see in the market are more than meets the eye. What may seem like a humble fruit or vegetable actually contains a powerhouse of nutrition. Because of their high nutrient content, we call these “superfoods.” The following thirty foods are all rich in vitamins, minerals,…
Many of us have heard about the health benefits of dark chocolate. Grocery store shelves now have a larger selection of dark chocolate bars than ever before. Research has shown that certain types of chocolate, especially chocolate with a higher cocoa content, can improve your health. There are some truly…
Out of all Flat Tummy products, Flat Tummy Tea is notably the most popular one, and it’s a herbal tea. Flat Tummy Tea by Flat Tummy Co is a popular weight loss tea that promises to help you lose weight quickly. It has been touted by many celebrities and lifestyle…
Have you heard of thermic foods? We are all trying to choose the right foods to fuel our bodies the right way. We know certain foods are rich in specific nutrients. Need vitamin C? Grab an orange! Need more fiber? Have some oatmeal for breakfast. But did you know that…
Tea is one of the world’s most beloved beverages. From the Camellia sinensis plant, tea is consumed as green, black, or Oolong tea. The first green tea was sent from India to Japan in the 17th century. About 2.5 million tons of tea leaves are produced annually throughout the world….
One of the world’s most beloved fruits is the humble yet delicious banana. Its thick peel makes it the perfect, portable snack, chock full of nutrition. Originating from Southeast Asia, bananas are technically a berry and can be found in a variety of colors and sizes. Bananas have a firm…
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