Monthly Archives: June 2011
Raw Chocolate Almond Butter
Photo Credit to Ricki Heller of Diet, Desserts and Dogs Blog When I saw a recipe for Raw Chocolate Almond Butter from Ricki, the creator of the Diet, Desserts and Dogs Blog, I knew I had to share it with … Continue reading
Filed under Cooking, Recipes and Food Info
Caring for a Newborn: When to Call a Doctor
If you’re a new mom or dad, you probably have only one main concern—the health of your newborn. It’s only natural to worry. But, one way you can decrease any worries is to arm yourself with information. Learn what symptoms … Continue reading
Filed under Children's Health
Is it Heartburn or a Heart Attack?
The pain experienced during a heart attack and during a severe heartburn episode can be difficult to distinguish. It is not unusual for people to mistake symptoms of heart disease (such as angina and even a heart attack) for heartburn. … Continue reading
Achieving and Maintaining a Healthy Weight
You may have heard that losing weight is as easy as eating less and exercising more. Well it is true—taking in fewer calories than you use each day is the simplest way to lose weight. Never mind the fad diets, … Continue reading
Filed under Fitness, Nutrition and Weight Loss
Can Diet Shakes and Meal Replacements Really Help You Lose Weight?
Diet shakes are called meal replacements by nutritionists and weight-loss experts because, in theory, drinking one shake is intended to replace one whole meal. Other types of meal replacements are nutritional bars and pre-packaged entrees. But do meal replacements work? … Continue reading
Filed under Fitness, Nutrition and Weight Loss
Gardening for Your Health
Aside from giving you fresh produce, gardening is an excellent way to stay physically fit. An hour of gardening can burn as many calories as a brisk walk. Moreover, gardening requires strength, flexibility, and agility. But if you do not … Continue reading
Filed under Fitness, Nutrition and Weight Loss
Topical Comfrey for Sports Injuries and Back Pain Support (But Use with Caution)
Comfrey is a high-yielding leafy green plant that has been used for centuries as a feed crop for animals and a medicine for humans. However, in 2001, it was removed as an oral dietary supplement from the U.S. market, and, … Continue reading
Dark Chocolate for Hypertension Support and Possible Cholesterol Improvement
Made from the beans of the cocoa tree, chocolate was first developed as a food in South America, where it was primarily consumed as a bitter beverage. Cocoa was not combined with sugar until the Spaniards brought chocolate back to … Continue reading
Avocado Walnut Bread
Photo Credit to Maria of Scandi Foodie Blog When it comes to avocados, I’m always looking for new recipes to check out and when I saw this Avocado Walnut Bread by Maria of the Scandie Foodie Blog, I knew I … Continue reading
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Cat’s Claw for Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis Support
Cat’s claw is an herb popular among the indigenous people of Peru, where it is used to treat cancer, diabetes, ulcers, arthritis, and infections, as well as to assist in recovery from childbirth. It is also used as a contraceptive. … Continue reading
Filed under Aging and Health, Herbs and Supplements
