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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Do Statin Drugs Actually Alter The Effects Of Exercise?

For those struggling with dangerously high cholesterol, statin drugs were once thought to be practically a life-saver. One in four Americans over the age of 45 are currently taking statins, a medication designed to lower cholesterol levels. For years now … read more »

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How To Prevent Painful Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are formed when substances present in the urine such as calcium, oxalate, and phosphorus become highly concentrated.  In the human body, food is used for energy and tissue repair.  After the body has used what it requires, the … read more »

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Why No One Should Ever Eat Wheat

We are a wheat-loving nation. Breads, pastas, baked goods, you name it, we are a people who just can’t say no to their carbs. Yet we are also a fatter, sicker and far less-healthy nation than most of the rest … 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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