Health Benefits of Spicy Foods
Published August 19th, 2019 We all know that not everyone loves spicy foods. Some may find it unbearable, especially that fiery taste that you can feel in your mouth when you eat it. While others, still think that spicy foods can cause you harm, like heartburn, or acid reflux.But did you know that eating spicy […]
The Best Yogurts for a Keto Diet
Published August 29, 2019 (Last Modified March 23, 2020) One of the many new trends these days in keeping your body in shape and healthy is the keto diet. Even the celebs are doing it! If you haven’t heard yet all the buzz about this popular trend, keep reading to familiarize yourself with it! What […]
How Long Does It Take For Probiotics To Work?
Published July 16th, 2019 (Last Modified March 23, 2020) Unlike medication, probiotics don’t work overnight or in a couple of days. In fact, figuring out how long it takes for probiotics to work can be complicated. Remember, it is not a prescription drug. So there is no set amount of time for it to take […]
Health Benefits of Cooked Green Bananas
Published June 11th, 2019 Cooked green bananas are a staple in several banana-exporting countries. Apart from banana bread, there are a lot of ways to incorporate green banana in your dishes. In the Caribbean, they put it in several fish recipes. You can also boil, fry, saute or use it in stews. Not all bananas […]
Can You Treat Acne With Probiotics?
Published May 21st, 2019 (Last Modified December 20th, 2019) It can certainly ruin your morning if you wake up and notice that you’ve got zits on your face. The worse thing is, instead of going away, it seems to keep on multiplying to the point that it covers your entire face. Sometimes it even extends […]
Can Probiotics Improve Your Immune System?
Published May 14th, 2019 Also known as the “good bacteria”, the health benefits of probiotics are wide and varied. One of them is boosting your immune system. But how does it do that? More importantly, what do you have to do to maximize its immune-boosting properties? Read on to find out. Understanding Your Immune System […]
Smoothies That Lower Cholesterol
Published May 7th, 2019 When cholesterol level rises, we mostly turn to modern medicine for answers. Doctors would prescribe statins and other cholesterol-inhibiting drugs. Then the symptoms subdue and all things go back to normal. Until it rises again and back to the drugstore you go. This is the vicious cycle that most […]
Is Kombucha Safe For Kids?
Published April 26th, 2019 For the health-conscious, kombucha is a household name. This healthy soda alternative is currently making waves in the US. A 2015 market analysis report even projects that kombucha sales will soar to $1.8 billion by 2020. But whether or not its safe for small children remains a rather controversial topic, particularly […]
9 Health Benefits You Can Get From Hummus
Published April 16th, 2019 Hummus, once a staple part of the middle eastern diet, is now making waves around the world. And there’s no reason not to. It’s not just delicately tasty but also one of the healthiest foods around. Even if you don’t have Gordon Ramsay’s talent, whipping up your own batch of hummus […]
Oats vs Quinoa: Which is Better For Your Health?
Oats vs. Quinoa: Which is Better For Your Health? Published March 27, 2019 (Last Modified December 20th, 2019) Quinoa vs. Oats… This is the dilemma faced by a lot of people when deciding which makes for a better breakfast. You can’t really blame them. These two “superfoods” are both highly nutritious and make a rather […]