Food — Page 72

The Brain Boosting Benefits of Gingko Biloba

December 11, 2013 by David Jockers DC, MS, CSCS
Last updated on: June 17, 2014

Ginko is considered the memory herb for its powerful brain boosting benefits. The Ginkgo Biloba trees , one of the oldest trees in the world, are native to China but are now cultivated in plantations around the world for their… [read]

The Health Benefits of Colostrum

December 11, 2013 by David Jockers DC, MS, CSCS
Last updated on: June 17, 2014

Colostrum is the thin fluid produced by breast feeding mothers of the mammalian species. It is produced in abundance during the very first few milkings. With each milking less is produced. Colostrum introduces immunoglobins from the mother to the infant… [read]

Basil Pesto with Spirulina Recipe (Raw Food & Vegan)

November 26, 2013 by Olivia McFadyen
Last updated on: May 16, 2016

Pesto is that dish. It’s simple, yet complex. It’s cheap, but healthy. And most of all, it’s your comforting friend on a quiet night that easily doubles as a crowd pleaser when unexpected guests turn up. This is a “throw-together”… [read]

Fermented Foods Optimize Your Health

November 21, 2013 by David Jockers DC, MS, CSCS
Last updated on: February 9, 2017

Our ancient ancestors’ utilized fermentation as a means of food preservation , creating probiotic enriched foods that were eaten on a regular basis. Many ancient medicine men and physicians began utilizing fermented foods to treat certain ailments. These probiotic enriched… [read]

The Extraordinary Health Benefits of Green Tea

October 20, 2013 by David Jockers DC, MS, CSCS
Last updated on: June 3, 2015

Green tea is a common Asian drink that has picked up popularity throughout North America. Many are choosing green tea as a healthy alternative to coffee and other warm drinks. Research has shown that green tea is rich in polyphenol… [read]

Chia Seeds Health Benefits

October 17, 2013 by David Jockers DC, MS, CSCS
Last updated on: March 6, 2016

SuperCharge Your Health with Chia Seeds! Chia seeds are an ancient fuel source used for centuries by some of the world’s healthiest people. These super seeds contain an abundance of life-enhancing nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids and anti-oxidants. Super… [read]

The SuperFood Power of Goji Berries

October 8, 2013 by David Jockers DC, MS, CSCS
Last updated on: June 3, 2015

Foods that have an incredible array of health benefits that go well beyond just their nutrient value are considered superfoods. These foods are typically loaded with a combination of critical fatty acids, anti-oxidant phytonutrients, and essential amino acids. Goji berries… [read]