You’ve probably heard “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Well, as it turns out, that old saying has some truth to it! The antioxidants in apples help to reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol levels and increase HDL (good) cholesterol. Studies have also connected apples with lower risk of death from coronary heart disease and cardiovascular disease. What about other foods that … [Read more...] about These Heart Healthy Foods May Surprise You
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10 Incredible Foods And Recipes For Boosting Brain Health
The relationship between the brain and the body is an astounding one. The foods we use to fuel our bodies also fuel our brain. The brain in turn, ensures the body is functioning as well as possible. It is a circle. How well you eat determines how well your body functions. The better your body functions, the better you feel. The better you feel, the more you are able to enjoy … [Read more...] about 10 Incredible Foods And Recipes For Boosting Brain Health
These Fermented Foods Improve Health and Blood Sugar
Fermented foods - they are becoming more common in the U.S. as recipe ingredients, and as health foods. What does it mean to ferment a food? The process of fermentation occurs when sugars are converted into alcohol or organic acids by either bacteria or yeast. That’s right- the process that creates your favorite beer also produces foods like kimchi, olives, … [Read more...] about These Fermented Foods Improve Health and Blood Sugar