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What is GI and why is Low GI Good?
Nov 27, 2008
GI is a term that is being thrown around a lot lately – especially a low GI diet. But what exactly is Low GI and why is it so good for us? What is GI and why is Low GI Good? GI stands for the "Glycaemic Index", and it is a ranking from 1 to 100 that...Coffee: Good or Bad?
Nov 25, 2008
Coffee is one of the most commonly consumed beverages but is it really as bad as people would say it is. Actually, coffee has several health benefits. Read this article to learn more. Is Coffee Acidic? Acidity is identified by the effect that the consumed...All About Whey Protein
Nov 04, 2008
Whey is a great source of minerals and digestive bacteria. It is great for fermenting vegetables and for recipes such as kimchi, sauerkraut, and beet kvass. You can also drink it when you have an upset stomach. Whey protein and products provide...Colloidal Silver: All You Need to Know
Oct 23, 2008
Colloidal silver is a powerful, natural substance that can be used for all sorts of conditions. In fact, it is one of the strongest natural antibiotics known to man. Read on to find out more. What are Colloids? Colloids are the smallest biological...High GI Foods & Cancer: What's the Connection?
Oct 19, 2008
You've heard of the health benefits of following a low GI diet but now new research shows that a low GI diet could be more important than ever before. What is the GI? The GI is the Glycaemic Index of food, and it is a score that is applied to different...Health Effects of Caffeine
Oct 08, 2008
Most people love their coffee but have you ever thought about the health effects of the caffeine it contains? We've taken a look at caffeine to find out just what it does to your body. Caffeine is a drug, and it comes from the leaves, beans or nuts...Natural Therapies for Osteoarthritis
Oct 05, 2008
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis that causes pain, fatigue, immobility and a loss of interest in life. Many people turn to natural therapies to help manage the condition. Read on to learn more about the symptoms of osteoarthritis...Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatments: Things to Remember
Oct 03, 2008
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that many people suffer from. Conventional medicine is not the only way to successfully manage the condition – there are several natural therapies that can help. Read on to learn more. Symptoms of rheumatoid...High GI Foods & Heart Disease: What's the Connection?
Oct 01, 2008
You may have heard nutrition experts extol the virtue of low GI diets, and how they can benefit our health. Well, now new research is showing that a low GI diet can actually reduce our risk of heart disease. Read on to learn more. What is the GI? The...Nutrition 101: What is Selenium?
Sep 25, 2008
Selenium is an essential trace mineral that is required for a number of functions in the body. Read on to find out more about its properties and how you can ensure that you are getting the right levels. What is Selenium? Selenium is an essential mineral...Quercetin
Sep 24, 2008
Quercetin is a valuable flavenoid that performs a raft of functions in the body. It is found in a variety of foods yet little is known about this chemical. Read on to find out more. What Quercetin Does Quercetin is a phytochemical that is part of the...Coconut Oil
Sep 18, 2008
Coconut oil is a functional food, which simply means that it is a food that provides health benefits over and beyond the basic nutrients in the food. While it has gotten a bad rap in the past, coconut oil is now being promoted as a healthful food. Find...Lectins and Your Health: Everything You Need to Know
Sep 17, 2008
Heard about lectins, lectin-free diets, and want to know what all the fuss is about? Lectins are a naturally occurring protein found in foods that you are likely to have in your fridge or pantry. These include members of the bean family (legumes), many...Breakfast Like a King: Importance of Starting the Day Right
Sep 12, 2008
We've all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day but not all of us eat the breakfast that we should, usually due to time constraints in the morning. Read on to learn why we need to make time and exactly why breakfast is so important.A Simple Guide to Healthy Oils
Sep 09, 2008
Oil has long been maligned as an evil part of the diet – something to avoid at all costs, but did you know that there are some healthy oils that are good to include in your diet? These are polyunsaturated oils that are high in omega 3, 6, and 9 fatty...Nutrition 101: What are B-Vitamins & What Do They Do?
Aug 28, 2008
B vitamins are a group of water-soluble micronutrients that play a crucial role in cell metabolism. All B vitamins except for vitamin B12 (which is made by animal cells) can only be acquired through a variety of foods because they are not stored in...Nutrition 101: The Basics About Vitamin E
Aug 26, 2008
What is Vitamin E? Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin that exists in eight different forms, with each form having its own biological activity. There are four tocopherols – alpha, beta, delta, and gamma – and four tocotrienols – also alpha, beta, delta, and...Why Juice?
Aug 16, 2008
Fresh juices are an excellent way of obtaining valuable nutrients but not all juices are created equal. Read on to learn more about juices, and how to choose the best type. Why Juice? Fresh juice is perfect for today’s busy lifestyle as it contains...Fructooligosaccharides (FOS): What You Need to Know
Aug 14, 2008
Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) are a carbohydrate that many feel should become a greater part of the diet. What Are Fructooligosaccharides? FOS are starches that the human body is unable to fully digest. Technically speaking, they are chain polymers...Natural Hangover Cures
Aug 11, 2008
It’s the holiday season, and that usually means parties galore as friends and family get together to celebrate. However, what do you do if you celebrate too much and you end up with the dreaded hangover the next day? Well, the good news is that there...
