The “Forbidden Rice” – A Superfood Rich In Antioxidants

Black rice, also known as Forbidden Rice, is nutritious and loaded with antioxidants.  It contains fiber and minerals, and has more health benefits than brown rice.  Indonesian black rice and Thai jasmine rice are common varieties available in markets.  In … read more »

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3 Easy Resolutions to Keep You Healthy in 2014

It’s a brand new year and people have begun thinking about or are already working on their New Year’s resolutions. Unfortunately, many of the resolutions we make are either too lofty or simply forgotten about before February opens its doors. … read more »

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The Medicinal Benefits Of Cactus – Helping To Prevent Both Diabetes And Cancer

Natural products and health supplements have increasingly been used by the medical community and general population in recent years for improved well-being and overall prevention of diseases. Many common plants have now become a valuable source of nutraceuticals due to … read more »

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Drink Your Green Tea – It’s Not A Passing Fad

Not so many years ago, the only place you heard of green tea was when it was offered to you in tiny cups at Chinese restaurants. Today, however, it seems that everywhere you turn people are telling you to drink … read more »

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Discovering The Many Health Benefits Of Clove Oil

Cloves are native to Indonesia and have been consumed for thousands of years in several Asian countries.  Cloves are flowers of the evergreen tree Eugenia arena, which are picked before they bloom completely.  They are ready for use when the … read more »

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Why Diet Soda Is So Dangerous

The earliest diet sodas hit the shelves in the 1950’s and were marketed to diabetics. Jump ahead to the 1960’s and 70’s and Tab, Diet Rite and Fresca hit the scene. These three sugar-free beverages marked the beginning of the … read more »

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