6 Inflammatory Vegetable Oils to Avoid and Why
Should consumers heed warnings that linoleic acid (i.e., vegetable oils) induces inflammation and limiting their consumption will make individuals healthier? A systematic evaluation of 15 clinical trials showed no specific evidence supporting the theory that LA causes inflammation. This study supports current recommendations that a regulated diet of polyunsaturated fatty acids, such as LA, is […]
5 Amazing Benefits to Diaphragmatic Breathing
5 Amazing Benefits to Diaphragmatic Breathing Can Make Your Life Stress Free and Improve Airway Functions! Health Benefits of Diaphragmatic Breathing It is no surprise that how we breathe can affect our body and mind. If our body and mind are relaxed, for example, the breathing rate tends to be slow and not forceful. If we […]
The 26 Most Important Vitamins and Minerals Your Body is Craving Right Now with Whole Food Sources
You can find almost all 26 of the most important vitamins and minerals your body is probably craving right in the produce aisle! Fruits and vegetables are rich sources of some of the most important vitamins we need. Vitamins like beta-carotene (Vitamin A precursor), Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and Vitamin K. They are also rich […]
Why You Should Be Shopping Mostly From the Produce Section
You should be shopping mostly from the produce section and the store edges because fruits, vegetables, fresh food are ideal for maintaining healthy body weight, an efficient digestive system, and a thriving heart. It is not news that most Americans don’t consume enough fruits and vegetables, nor is it news that they are so good […]
Veg Fest 2019
An Eco-Friendly Dream! On April 6th, the sun was shining, and it was the perfect day to explore our cozy beach town. People flocked from all over California to participate in the very first Santa Cruz Veg Fest! There were over 75 exhibitors set up at the Coconut Grove above the Boardwalk. What a […]
The Importance of Early Nutrition
As an adult, it can be hard to take on the habits of healthy eating. This is especially true for those who grew-up eating fast food, snacking, and with very little physical activity. For many, unhealthy eating habits started in childhood making them hard to break them and start eating healthy. It is therefore important […]
Supplement of the Month: Vitamin K
Vitamin K isn’t a well-known vitamin, yet it plays a crucial role in the body. It is involved in the coagulation (or clotting) of blood which is needed to patch vascular injuries and prevent major bleeding. Its name comes from the German word “koagulation” which simply starts with the letter K. Vitamin K is routinely […]
The Mediterranean Diet
Many leading health institutions and professionals prescribe the Mediterranean diet. Cultures surrounding the mediterranean sea- mainly Greece, Crete, and Southern Italy influence the diet. Health benefits include reduced risk for chronic disease and healthy aging. This is not a weight-loss diet but rather a good health diet. Hence, studies suggest that individuals following a Mediterranean […]
Three Components of Everyday Nutrition
Nowadays there are countless diet plans and guidelines about what to eat. Yet, concentrating of as little as three components of your daily diet might be enough to keep you healthy. Here are three food components that should make a part of your everyday nutrition and the reasons why: Water. Yes, as obvious as it […]
Superfoods: Cruciferous Vegetables
By now, most everyone knows that vegetables are good for health and that these are essential to a healthy diet. Unfortunately, the growing rates of obesity and non-communicable diseases (like cancer and diabetes) are a reflection on how most Americans diet. Simply put, we don’t frequent vegetables or alternate sources of protein (like plant-based protein) […]