Tag: Nutrition

Healthiest Diet Series – Are Plant Based Diets the Way To Go?

Are plant-based diets natural for us? How healthy are vegetarians and vegans, really? Those that prescribe abstaining from animal foods often play the ethics card, and that may be why they have the most passionate and zealous following. But how do these kinds of diets…

Healthiest Diet Series – Is the Mediterranean Diet as Good as They Say?

Is the Mediterranean diet the healthiest? It is a popular go to for doctors and other authorities when they are trying to give an example of a healthy way of eating. Why do they choose this one in particular? Does it live up to all…

Healthiest Diet Series – Is Paleo Really Good for Us?

Are we really supposed to eat like cavemen? What are the benefits of that? Are people mad for trying it or is there actually something to this style of eating? It has a catchy title, but one that can be interpreted in too many ways.…

How to Heal Your Gut

Did you know that there are more microbes in our bodies than our own cells? As strange as it sounds, it’s true, and the implications of it are very interesting. It is one of the most exciting new areas of study in human health today.…

You Are What You Digest!

Have you ever heard the saying “you are what you eat“? It sounds catchy, but it’s not very accurate. A lot happens to food after you put it in your mouth. Think of all the things it comes in contact with inside your body; saliva,…

Can Eating Habits Influence the Length of Our Life?

We know that laughing, moving, and sharing experiences with family and friends are all great for health and longevity. But what about food? Suppose you figured out what works for you, you have all the energy you need, and are generally healthy. Can you go…