Nutritional health is achieved through the therapeutic use of whole foods, safe culinary preparation, and understanding the metabolic impacts of specific dietary frameworks and ingredients.
Sage, or salvia officinalis, as it is scientifically called is a plant native to Southern Europe and the Mediterranean region. Sage has been used in traditional medicine for centuries. The leaves of this small ever green, perennial plant are used as a popular culinary herb.
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Healing through the use of sugar is an old-time tradition that has been used by both Native Americans and different tribes in Africa. In 2009, a series of tests were conducted in British hospitals to determine whether there’s any truth behind the idea that sugar can be used to treat wounds and ease pain.
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Burdock root, scientifically referred to as arctium lappa, has been used for centuries in Europe, North America and Asia as a digestive treatment and a diuretic. More recently it's been used to treat chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes and AIDS.
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Solomon’s Seal Tea can be used to help heal a wide variety of ailments, from sports injuries to gastrointestinal inflammation. This versatile herb has a rich history.
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Purchasing your crab raw gives you a superior taste and texture over crab that has been frozen and defrosted. Whether you purchase your raw crab from a reputable dealer or buy a live crab and harvest the meat yourself, raw crab meat spoils quickly.
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Roughly three-quarters of adolescents or women experience pain associated with menstruation, reports PubMed Health. Primary dysmenorrhea -- menstrual cramps -- are caused by muscle contractions in the uterus, which feel like abdominal cramping.
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Learn about the potential dangers of juicing, including foodborne illness, blood sugar regulation issues, stomach upset, weight gain, and carotenemia. Find out how to juice safely and minimize risks.
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Bran, butter or oil, milk, egg and sugar are the basic components of a standard bran muffin. The truth is all of these ingredients can be part of a healthy diet, but bran muffins can also be high in calories, fat and sugar.
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Vinegar has antiseptic properties that can kill germs and relieve pain, according to Bonnie K. McMillen, R.N., B.S.N., college health nurse at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford. If you are experiencing pain from a sunburn, you may want to reach for a bottle of vinegar to soothe your discomfort.
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Oral lichen planus is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the mouth interior. It usually appears as patches of white streaks and spots that are not painful. More severe cases can involve episodes of sore areas and mouth ulcers. A tissue biopsy may be necessary for diagnosing this condition.
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You may not have known that there are a few different “grades” of fish oil. Pharmaceutical grade is the purest form of fish oil, containing the highest concentrations of omega-3 fatty acid as well as DHA and EPA (essential fatty acids).
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The saying "breakfast is the most important meal of the day" may not be entirely true, but breakfast is certainly important when it comes to building muscle.
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Glutathione, or GSH, is found in every cell in the body and is also available as a supplement. There are many benefits to supplementing your diet with glutathione such as being used to treat chronic fatigue syndrome, some lung diseases, boost the immune system and has been used to treat HIV/AIDS and some cancers.
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Protein bars are a type of meal replacement product. Unlike regular energy bars, they are higher in protein and lower in carbohydrates and added sugars. Typically marketed toward body builders and athletes, protein bars do offer a few advantages.
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Clove tea is a good option for a flavorful, nutritious hot beverage. A potent spice available year round, clove offers a variety of health benefits, according to the June 2007 issue of "Phytotherapy Research," and its oil is widely sold as a nutritional supplement.
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Tinnitus is a perception of sound when none is there, according to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. It often manifests as a ringing in the ears, but it may also sound like a buzzing, hissing, whistling or even roaring in the head. Tinnitus is a a symptom of an underlying condition.
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Glutathione is a nonprotein amino acid that is very important for the immune system. This tri-peptide substance is made up of the three amino acids: glutamic acid, cysteine and glycine.
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Potassium is one of the body’s most important minerals. It is present in every cell of the human body. In solution -- as it is in the body -- potassium carries a positive electrical charge and is one of the body’s four main electrolytes along with sodium, chloride and bicarbonate.
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Wheatgrass is the sprouted portion of the wheat plant. Unlike wheat, wheatgrass is gluten-free and, as its name denotes, resembles grass. It is found in both wild and cultivated environments. Wheatgrass contains vitamins and minerals and is available as powder, juice or raw grass you can juice at home.
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Pork shoulder cuts commonly found at a meat shop or the butcher section of your supermarket include arm picnic, arm roast, arm steak, blade Boston roast, blade steak, smoked whole picnic, smoked shoulder roll and pork hocks. The pork shoulder arm picnic is essentially the entire shoulder.
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