Probiotics, prebiotics, antibiotics… there are a lot of “biotics” to keep track of. From fermented foods to supplements and medications, it comes down to one thing: bacteria. More specifically, the balance of bacteria inside our body. We’ve all heard of…
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Our bodies work hard to keep us healthy… and we don’t even have to pay attention. For example, our white blood cells are constantly on the lookout for infections, allergens, and other invaders that need to be fought. Our liver…
Look, you have to give out Halloween candy that kids actually like, right? Because if you don’t, there’s a good chance you’ll be spending the next day unraveling the endless rolls of toilet paper tangled in your trees and bushes.…
When I started to replace processed foods in my diet with real foods, I noticed something interesting: my taste buds became eerily sensitive. For the most part, it was wonderful. Tomatoes, bell peppers, and even cucumbers had a nice pop…
I put honey in everything from my morning coffee to main dish marinades. And after I researched the health benefits of raw organic unfiltered honey, I’ve become obsessed. It’s a tasty sugar substitute but I now use organic honey for…
Many of us, who are already on the path to eating healthier, are also on a path to eating more humanely. Incidentally, those two goals tend to go hand-in-hand, which is nice. Our journey might lead us to reduce or…
At this point, most of us have heard that our bee populations are dwindling. And we are aware of how deeply the issue will affect our ability to grow food in the not-too-distant future. The statistics are scary, and the…
If you’ve read any of my other articles, you probably know how over-the-top obsessed I am with toxins. I’ll even slam synthetic ingredients that the Environmental Working Group (EWG) says are perfectly safe just because they weren’t made by Mother…
Remember when fat used to get a bad rap? It really wasn’t that long ago. We seemed convinced that eliminating all fats from our diets was the key to healthy living. Funny how times have changed! Of course, these days…
On our quest for a healthier diet, we’re often encouraged to give up carbs. But what exactly does that include? While fruits and veggies could technically be considered carbs, thanks to their fiber and sugar content, this no-carb recommendation usually…