Scientists are discovering what traditional healers have known for a long time we are what we eat. Or more specifically, our health is greatly affected by the foods we eat. Maintaining a healthy diet throughout our lives is the best health insurance we can have. While the so-called experts may bicker over the details, health…

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in industrialized nations. While genetics often play a part in developing it, many of the factors that contribute to heart disease are lifestyle related. In a recent study it was determined that 90 percent of cardiovascular disease is caused by diet and lifestyle…

Maintaining a healthy weight is one of the most important factors in preserving health as we age. Obesity is a leading contributor to several diseases, including metabolic syndrome, diabetes, heart disease, and many forms of cancer. Preventing obesity requires a multi-faceted approach that includes a nutritious plant-based diet, vigorous exercise, plentiful sleep, and healthy lifestyle…

Modern pharmaceutical and beauty businesses are designed to make money. They do not always have our best interests at heart. Chemical treatments are presented as the only option for many ailments, when often they have intense side effects and should really only be a last resort. Some of the most potent ways to care for…

High cholesterol is a warning sign that you may be developing heart disease. High cholesterol means that there is a build-up of lipids (fat) in your bloodstream. This build-up can block arteries and starve your heart or brain. The higher your cholesterol levels, the greater your risk of experiencing a heart attack or stroke. High…

Ginger is a staple in many Asian dishes, and with good reason. Gingers health benefits range from easing nausea to providing relief from aches and pains to even potentially slowing the growth and development of certain cancer cells. Some even say ginger has aphrodisiac properties, which makes sense given its ability to improve circulation. Including…

Some diseases are genetic, and their development may be inevitable. But some are caused, or at least worsened, by what we eat and the way we live. While there is no one cure-all for completely preventing diabetes, certain lifestyle choices can significantly reduce the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes. Our choices can also improve…

Some foods take the cake when it comes to nutritional value and versatility. They are sometimes called superfoods because of how they seem to heroically save the day by helping to heal our digestive systems, support our immunity, or even prevent cancer. Many of these superfoods are actually quite common in the cultures and countries…

High cholesterol levels are common among aging adults. High cholesterol can contribute to the formation of many ailments, including cardiovascular disease and strokes. Pharmaceutical treatments for cholesterol have intense side effects, are not always effective, and do not address the root biological processes that raise cholesterol levels in the first place. Some plant-based treatments for…

For far too many people, developing some form of cancer has become an eventuality. The toxicity level in our air, water, and food is more than our bodies were designed to bear. Combined with genetic mutations and sedentary lifestyles, it seems disease is unavoidable for many people. But there is always hope. Just as unhealthy…