Magnesium is too often overlooked as if it were calcium’s alkaline stepchild. In fact, magnesium is an integral part of our lives that is rich in the Earth as well as our foods. It is no wonder then that this chemical, the 4th most abundant on the planet, is tied closely to our health. It […]

Salt is the crystallized building block of society. Pre-refrigeration, modern preservatives and handy zip lock bags, salt facilitated food storage for long winters. Fought over and traded in great value, salt became forever a part of our lives. So it is no mystery that salt is hard to ignore even if you are bent on […]

Everyone knows that protein increases your energy, but did you know that it also has the powerful ability to help you lose weight? For women, the more protein they can add to their diet (while taking away those sweet breads and rich carb dinners) the more manageable their weight loss will be.  Here’s what to […]

Anyone who experiences it can attest that battling a gallstone problem is excruciating. A gallstone malfunction is caused by bile from the liver that forms in a stone shaped mass that, if large enough, will block the gallbladder's passages, resulting in intense pain and serious medical problems. If you’ve had a stone and you want […]

Growing your own herbs can be a family project that adds nutrition and beauty to your meals. The homes of our ancestors traditionally included a “kitchen garden” and we would do well to follow their example.  Gardening can be such a great way to relax and let off steam, but many people are put off […]

Lots of people TALK about being energy-reliant, but not many people take action. So this awesome article is not only valuable but fun and it certainly gives the rest of us a valuable perspective. 2007 was a stressful year for me and my wife. We were caught in the pace of the relentless city. My […]

If you have an allergy or intolerance for wheat, (probably my personal favorite food), you will be delighted to see these three unique and delicious recipes. Try them out and give us some feedback. We’d love to know how you like them. Wheat intolerance is the most common type of food intolerance. However, like other […]

Our guest author today writes about five healthy foods for feeding our families. I'm a vegetarian so I can't comment on ostrich meat but the others are great and I highly recommend them. Keeping yourself and your family healthy and fed is a full time job all on its own. There is a massive trend […]

For most parents, getting your children to eat healthily is no easy feat. With kids going to school and participating in activities after school, there is little opportunity to monitor what they are eating during the day. However, there are a few small steps that can lead to a big payoff for your child’s long-term […]

I admit to being intrigued with the Mediterranean diet. Unlike so many of the ridiculous fads of today, it is a healthy diet. Further, it seems like one we could live with all our life rather than a temporary deprivation. Today's guest author gives us five reasons why all of us need to think carefully […]