Few other foods spell summertime like strawberries. Since Roman times (there is evidence the strawberry was grown by South American cultures well before this) the strawberry has been a favorite fruit of many. The sweet taste and ruby red color make them a delicious and beautiful addition to any plate.
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Cucamelons: The Most Exciting Fruit You Can Grow This Year
Have you heard of the cutest little fruit called cucamelon? It looks like a tiny watermelon and tastes like limes. It’s probably one the most unique fruits you can find. And best of all – it’s full of incredible health benefits. In fact, cucamelons have been eaten in Mexico for centuries. They are also known…
Pringles contain acrylamide, a chemical known by the government to cause cancer.
If you like chips (and judging by the fact there is an entire aisle full of them at the grocery store, you probably do) there is a good chance you have tried Pringles. Perhaps, like many people think, they are a slightly healthier alternative to traditional potato chips… especially the baked variety? Well, look before…
Drinking this Soda Daily Can Cause Obesity, Diabetes and Heart disease.
Excess sugar suppresses immunity. Studies have found that drinking75 to 100 grams of a sugar solution (about 20 teaspoons of sugar, or the amount that is contained in two average 12-ounce sodas) can suppress the immune system. A study, using dental students, showed that drinking 24 oz of soda depressed the activity of neutrophils (the…
Chokeberry: The Miracle Berry You never Heard of. It Protects from Colon Cancer, Diabetes, Blood Clots, Aging, Inflammation
Have you heard of Aronia berries? I haven’t until recently. Aronia berries, also known as chokeberries, have been gaining much deserved popularity. It’s, perhaps, the healthiest berry you will ever find. Chokeberries are loaded with nutrients and antioxidants, such as vitamin C and anthocyanins.
Top 10 Brands of Bottled Water That Are Full of Toxic Fluoride
The debate about whether fluoride is good or bad has been going on for decades. It seems as those who think fluoride is good have been on the winning side as most municipal water sources have at least some fluoride added. But more recent studies indicate that fluoride might in fact be quite detrimental to…
Study: Eating Reishi Mushrooms Can Extend Life by 7 to nearly 16 years
In Eastern Medicine, mushrooms have been used medicinally for thousands of years. In the western world of medicine, recent studies have shown that there is indeed good medicinal uses for mushrooms. During the 2008 Food Expo in New Orleans, certain types of mushrooms were a hot topic due to their high nutritional profile and therapeutic…
Study: Scented Candles are Toxic, Burning Enough Chemicals to Make Them Comparable to Second-Hand Smoke
Burning a candle seems like an innocent habit. Studies suggest otherwise. Researchers have found that most scented candles emit as many toxins as diesel fumes and cigarettes. A study by scientists at Copenhagen University found exposure to fumes from burning candles to cause worse damage than the same dose of diesel exhaust fumes. This toxic…
The Real Dangers of Fitbit
Most of us enjoy the modern conveniences of electrical devices and for these we are willing to take a “watch and wait” approach to the possible health risks they pose. And I’m not talking about the sedentary lifestyle they encourage, which is a problem. What I am talking about is electromagnetic energy. The truth is,…
Most Honey Sold in USA Comes from China. A List of Honey Brands to Avoid At All Costs
Honey has a dirty little secret: Your honey has been spiked and can be tainted with lead and antibiotics . Spiking honey is a common practice in the US. It means that corn syrup or other sweeteners have been added to honey to make it more affordable. In fact more than 75% of all honey…
