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Don’t Get Scammed! How to Read Organic Food Labels

December 23, 2014 by Jessica Velasco
Last updated on: June 3, 2015

As society moves towards healthier food options, there is one group of people getting left in the dust: the companies who aren’t supplying foods based on natural ingredients. As a result, many companies are looking for creative ways to make… [read]

How to Get the Right Nutrition While Pregnant and Reduce the Risk of Birth Defects

December 23, 2014 by Jessica Velasco
Last updated on: October 19, 2016

Birth defects are some of the most puzzling health conditions that plague our modern society. In fact, experts can’t pinpoint the cause of nearly 50% of these congenital disorders. That might seem terrifying to an expectant mother, but we need… [read]

8 Easy Steps to Health

December 22, 2014 by Michael Edwards
Last updated on: April 26, 2017

We are quickly approaching New Year’s Day and the annual accounting that accompanies it. Did you keep your New Year’s resolutions last year? The year before? Most of the time, resolutions focus on health issues. I will lose weight. I… [read]

If You’re Sick, Chances Are, Candida Is the Foundation of Your Illness

December 22, 2014 by Michael Edwards
Last updated on: May 20, 2016

The most common fungus to negatively affect humans, Candida albicans, primarily colonizes the skin and the mucosal membranes of the mouth, genitals, and digestive tract. There are also a few other types of Candida that can impact our health as… [read]

A Salad a Day – New Year’s Resolution Will Do More For Your Health

December 21, 2014 by Allene Edwards
Last updated on: June 3, 2015

We are quickly approaching the New Year, the time when we all take stock of the year before and vow to change or improve. For the vast majority of us, New Year’s resolutions include some version of eating healthier or… [read]

Common Nutrient Deficiencies: Iodine, Vitamin B12, Magnesium

December 18, 2014 by Jessica Velasco
Last updated on: October 19, 2016

Many health fanatics are determined to live a healthy lifestyle. They monitor their eating habits and exercise routines carefully. While this is great, it isn’t always enough. Even the healthiest eating plans – like the Paleo diet and veganism –… [read]

6 Great Kitchen Additions for the Healthy Eater

December 14, 2014 by Allene Edwards
Last updated on: June 3, 2015

Let’s face it, technology has made many food preparation tasks so much easier. While a mandolin is a thing of beauty, I just can’t seem to get comfortable with it. I’m too sure I am about to lose a fingertip… [read]