Over the past decade or so, detox has become nothing short of a trendy idea. As people are exposed to an increasing amount of toxins in the environment and in processed foods, they are searching for ways to reduce the negative impact on their bodies. One way is through detoxing. Many turn to a strict…

Whats your favorite color? While we love all the colors of the rainbow here at MHLC, green is our most popular. In addition to being the color of the heart chakra, we see green in the verdant trees that give us oxygen and the vegetables in our garden that feed us. And it turns out…

Bananas may be one of natures greatest gifts to us. Theyre high in potassium, which is vital to heart function and can help lower blood pressure. Theyre high in fiber, which is good for the digestive system. And, theyre high in a certain prebiotic, which helps the body to absorb nutrients better including calcium making…

Theres a common theory when it comes to keeping fruits and vegetables fresh. Put them in the fridge and theyll stay fresh longer. Unfortunately, when it comes to many foods, this is not only not true, but in some cases it can also make foods rot more quickly. Heres a look at the top five…

Our diets form the cornerstone of our health, and make all the difference between just trudging through life and thriving. If you are thinking about shifting to a raw foods lifestyle, or have already made the quantum leap to this vibrant colorful world of living foods, you probably feel like a superhero. But if you…

In the past few years, the practice of juicing has gone from a health food store novelty to a national phenomenon. Juice bars, juice distributors, and juice trucks are popping up all across the country. These juices arent your average breakfast table variety like orange or apple juice; they incorporate a wide variety of fruits,…

You probably know by now that we love living foods around these parts. Eating a raw foods diet has helped us feel more vibrant than we would have thought possible just a few years ago. But like any mode of eating, we have learned that there are healthy, life-supporting methods for thriving on living foods,…

Everything we eat affects our bodies in different ways. Fruit, vegetables, proteins, grains, and starches all require different enzymes to be digested and assimilated by the body. Sometimes, mixing these different foods together is fine. But some combinations can cause digestive distress. Here are a few tips to help you make the most of your…

Bread is considered the staff of life, but like many foods it can be helpful or harmful. This is not about gluten or carb count, but the nature of all grains, beans, lentils, nuts, and seeds. Though most modern people eat a lot of grains and legumes, they may be causing more harm than health…

One of the most recent developments in agriculture is the introduction of genetic modification. A genetically modified organism (GMO) is one in which the DNA has been altered by a scientist. This is usually done to increase yield or make the crop resistant to chemicals or climate. And while the biotechnology companies that inflict these…