If you are anything like me anything natural tried first is much more preferable than all the chemicals you would put into your body otherwise, if natural works, awesome! Use a mixture of ginger powder and clove powder in equal parts (ginger for anti-inflammatory properties and clove for pain relief) then take 1 tsp of […]
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[Last Updated: August 16th 2013] I had no idea fruits worked and did not work together this way, no wonder I so often have tummy trouble. Fruit salad is not as good for you as one might think, well, at least in the typical combinations we use. See this poster for more: Now to learn
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That’s right, all they need is a cape! These 6 spices can keep your body in optimum health, besides making your food more delicious. Try it and see what you think, I love the spicy, the savory, our food should be as delicious as we want our lives to be.
Everything you ever wanted to know about the benefits of coffee vs. the benefits of tea. Both are good in different ways, depending on what you are looking for. This poster lays it all out with the facts. I like coffee in the morning and tea at night. Anyone want to weigh in?
A new study in the UK found that drinking a caffeinated beverage an hour before exercising can give more enthusiasm and more endurance for your workout with the caffeine group doing 38% more repetitions than their non-caffeinated counterparts. How much caffeine? The study says 10-15 mg per 10 pounds, so one cup of coffee for
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If I can find a natural remedy for something I would way rather use it than medications. Right now I take several medications for my condition, I also take natural supplements and try different diets, it works for me. Herbs also add fun and flavor to your foods, it’s a win/win deal.
Fruit is delicious and nutritious and here is a poster with even more good news about fruit individually. I was reading lately to eat for the season, seasonal fruits, I love apples, and eat one almost every day. I also love grapes, and bananas, and pomegranate, and peaches, and strawberries…
This poster shows ways to combine food for better health. It’s a great way to get the maximum nutrition from your food. Also more delicious, think guacamole or breakfast of oatmeal and orange juice, a big bright platter of fruits, the possibilities are endless!
Detoxification is essential to the weight loss process. There are as many ways to detox as there are diets. Go with something that works for you and that is within your diet. Starting off your day with at least 16 oz. of water, preferably with lemon, is an excellent start! This poster shows how it
Yes there are foods that do improve your brain function. I have fibromyalgia and suffer from “brain fog” so I am always looking for healthier ways to eat to stay on an even keel, hopefully someday with less medications. Everyone needs to boost brain function, no matter the state of your health. You only get
Not only are bananas delicious, they are filled with marvelous things for your body! They are wonderful plain, with peanut butter, in frosting, in pancakes, sliced on top of cereal, wherever you can think to put them. Enjoy!
This is another great poster with food lists of alkaline and acidic foods. I am still researching this, but the science seems sound. I like the idea of balance in everything. If anyone has tried this I am curious about the results of this kind of balanced diet, please let us know in the comments.
If healthy food is presented in an attractive manner I think we are more likely to eat and enjoy it. A well balanced diet has a rainbow of lovely colors. This is a great poster showing some bright, beautiful foods, makes me hungry looking at it!
This is a great all-inclusive guide that shows some spice basics, what to put with what foods. This is a great general guideline if you are new to using spices in your cooking. It’s a great way to add lots of flavor without adding lots of fat. Happy cooking!
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[Last Updated: January 2nd 2013] Flax seed is so good for you, it has fiber, Omega 3’s, and a nice fresh nutty taste. I put ground flax in everything. Pancakes, homemade bread, pasta sauce, anything baked, casseroles, smoothies, etc. Here is a poster with pictures of what it should look like, I store mine sealed
Everyone would eat healthier if it tasted better, right? The best way to improve the flavor is by adding spice to it. This is a handy guide with a wealth of information about spices. Don’t be afraid to try new combinations and add different things to your food. Happy eating!
I think by now everyone knows that breastfeeding makes healthier babies, but I am stunned by how much healthier they are. I am so glad I was able to do that for one of mine, and my granddaughter was breast fed as well, she is so healthy and happy!
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Everything you ever wanted to know about what to eat and what to drink before, during, and after a workout, including information on cardio, weight lifting, and circuit training can be found in this amazing poster:
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