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Beans: A little goes a long way

Beans: A little goes a long way

The musical fruit. Beans are a very healthy type of food that is affordable and versatile. Different types are enjoyed by different cultures. Beans are classified as legumes and grow in pods that have beans inside. These pods come from… 0 Shares | | Posted in Fitness Nutrition, Food, Nutrition, Weight Loss
The Ultimate Modern Paleo Approved Food List

The Ultimate Modern Paleo Approved Food List

When the Paleo diet was first developed and introduced to the world, it was quite limiting. Lean meats, fish, seafood, veggies, fruits, and occasional nuts/seeds were all the foods that were allowed. Dairy products, legumes, starchy vegetables, alcohol, and rice… 0 Shares | | Posted in Fitness Nutrition, Food, Health, Nutrition, Weight Loss
Study: For Better Health and Weight Control, Eat More Beans and Lentils

Study: For Better Health and Weight Control, Eat More Beans and Lentils

It’s no secret that eating fiber-rich foods extends a host of health benefits to individuals, ranging from improved heart health to a lowered diabetes risk. In fact, multiple studies from the Harvard School of Public Health show that high total… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Food, Health, Health, Lifestyle, News, Nutrition, Recipes
10 Foods that are Natural Laxatives

10 Foods that are Natural Laxatives

Due to the generally poor American diet and a sedentary lifestyle, among other things, many people suffer from chronic or at least frequent bouts of constipation. This not only leaves you with an uncomfortable, bloated feeling, it can even increase… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Food, Health, Health, Lifestyle, News
7 Ways Fiber Assists Digestion

7 Ways Fiber Assists Digestion

Fiber experts say 30-50 grams of fiber per day is best. This helps the movement of food and other components in the intestinal system, commonly called the peristalsis action. This allows food taken in to be digested, broken down and… 0 Shares | | Posted in Chemicals, Environment, Fitness, Fitness Nutrition, Food, Food, Health, Health, Holistic Medicine, Home, Lifestyle, Medicine, News, Nutrition, Nutritional Medicine, Personal Care, Science, Science & Tech, Water, Weight Loss
Why Mason Jars are amazing… and not just because they look pretty on Pinterest

Why Mason Jars are amazing… and not just because they look pretty on Pinterest

We use them for DIY projects, for sipping on a smoothies or in place of a vase for a beautiful flower arrangements and have kept a close eye as the beloved Mason Jar has become widely popular among social media … 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Health, Health, Holistic Medicine, Home, Nutrition, Nutritional Medicine, Personal Care, Recipes
Treat Your Constipation Naturally with These Fiber-Rich Whole Foods

Treat Your Constipation Naturally with These Fiber-Rich Whole Foods

Dietary fiber is an essential nutrient that is best-known for helping our bodies to normalize bowel movements by sweeping the intestines of accumulated matter. However, fiber also has numerous other uses in the body. It binds itself to cancer-causing toxins… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Health, Nutrition