Almost all of the food processed in the US contains soy and/or soy protein. Soy protein (concentrated soy) is used to extend meat, emulsify food, and as a thickener. These uses have transformed the food industry. Food that never contained soy protein — smoothies, ice cream, frozen potatoes, and baked goods — may contain itContinue reading “Soy Protein: Hidden Ingredient, Hidden Danger”
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Don’t Eat Spinach or Kale Unless You’re Doing This Too
Whether it’s for a new years resolution, more energy, vitamins or just better health in general, adding more leafy greens to the menu is always a good idea. Spinach and Kale are in the spotlight lately with salads, breakfast bowls, smoothies, “Buddha Bowls”, omelets and more. But, you shouldn’t be eating these leafy greens unlessContinue reading “Don’t Eat Spinach or Kale Unless You’re Doing This Too”
Possible And Proven Benefits Of Cashew Nuts
Don’t you just love the crunchy and scrumptious taste of cashew nuts? For sure you do – right? Do you know their daily consumption can heal a number of health problems? Yes, you heard that right; cashew nuts are loaded with antioxidants, minerals, vitamins and other nutrients that are essential for the smooth functioning ofContinue reading “Possible And Proven Benefits Of Cashew Nuts”
Have You Ever Eaten Lotus Fruit?
For the modern Greeks, the lotus fruit is the Japanese persimmon, which looks a lot like a large, smooth, hairless peach. I’ve seen it growing in gardens in the province of Lakonia in the Peloponnese, Greece. Personally, I’m not a fan of this particular lotus fruit, it’s dry and leaves your mouth feeling as thoughContinue reading “Have You Ever Eaten Lotus Fruit?”
Is Coffee Good for Your Skin?
Drinking coffee is good for your skin, but it is even better for it if you use it externally. These days you can find many skin products containing coffee. Check out the list of ingredients on tubes and packaging before buying such items. You can use it to get rid of puffiness around your eyes.Continue reading “Is Coffee Good for Your Skin?”
Are Cosmetics Tested On Animals
The issue of animal testing for cosmetic development and the ensuring of cruelty free trials for makeup products is one that strikes a chord with many people. We will give a brief outline of some of the evidence to allow you the ability to make up your own mind and to feel confident that youContinue reading “Are Cosmetics Tested On Animals”
What Hair Products Should I Use?
Silky, thick, glossy and head turning hair. We all want it. But what hair products should you use to get it? Is there a way to ensure that our hair receives the right kind or care and attention? Is there one magical routine that works on everyone?… Whether your hair is thick, fine, coarse, wavy,Continue reading “What Hair Products Should I Use?”
Eating Your Curds And Whey
Nursery rhymes are frequently hundreds of years old and their meanings are not clear but simply repeated or sung by young children. In the case of “Little Miss Muffet” she is eating a centuries old version of traditional curds and whey, which is your basic cottage cheese, probably the food that this rhyme depicts. CottageContinue reading “Eating Your Curds And Whey”
Garlic in Your Food for Health
The link between food and health is often forgotten and the wonderful part about adding garlic to your food is it is so flavorful you forget it has preventative disease and medicinal healing properties. Garlic is one of the best sources of selenium, a nutrient noted by cancer researchers for its powerful antioxidant properties. FromContinue reading “Garlic in Your Food for Health”
Are You Making These Food Mistakes
There are a number of common food mistakes that costs dearly in money, health, and time. What are the major mistakes made? What changes do you need to make? Here are some food mistakes to avoid. 1. Last minute meal planning or no planning at all. The results: not knowing what ingredients to have and/orContinue reading “Are You Making These Food Mistakes”
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