The menstrual cycle - often associated with bloating, moodiness, cramps, and irritating hormonal breakouts - can be a frustrating time for many women. Fortunately, there are some simple dietary changes that can help reduce the severity of symptoms you experience each month. Read on to learn five [...]
Cobalamin, commonly referred to as vitamin B 12 , is the only nutrient not directly available in plants. This is because vitamin B 12 is synthesized by microorganisms, bacteria, fungi and algae, but not by plants or animals. Animals consume these microorganisms along with their food, so [...]
Vegetarianism can be said to have existed for about 5 million years. Our ancestor, Australopithecus Anamensis, fed on fruits, leaves and seeds, living in perfect harmony with the smaller animals, which they could easily catch for food. But these hominids were peaceful and did not hunt animals, [...]
The brain is one of the least understood organs in the human body. It is responsible for cognitive processing, stores our memories and helps regulate functions throughout the body. In fact, it's estimated that the brain processes around 70,000 thoughts a day! Brain health is related to [...]
Imbalances in your hormones are triggered by bad food. If you eat sugar, you will produce more insulin, more estrogen, and more testosterone. Any type of flour and sugar can lead to these imbalances. Dairy and gluten are often triggers for inflammation and hormonal imbalances. Xenobiotics or [...]
Detox - or Detox - is a popular buzzword. This usually involves following a specific diet or using special products that claim to rid your body of toxins, thereby improving health and promoting weight loss. Fortunately, your body is well equipped to eliminate toxins and doesn't require [...]
