Weight gain is a modern-day problem that’s showing no signs of slowing down. The World Health Organization (WHO) states that worldwide obesity has nearly tripled since 1975. But our grandparents ate butter on toast and put sugar in their tea and they didn’t get fat—so what’s changed? The WHO says the reason is an energy imbalance. We eat more energy-dense fatty foods and do ... Continue Reading
If It’s Not Organic, Then You Need to Panic!!!
Tony Robbins, an American self-help author and motivational speaker says that complete health is made up of 10% physical and 90% mental. And I agree with him totally. You must have both to be able to survive in this world. Your mind and body are one. To the surprise of most people and contrary to what they may think, the most important part of optimal well-being is the state ... Continue Reading
This School Is Bringing Fun Back To Food With Sustainable Farming
An elementary school in The Bronx is using sustainable farming as a vehicle for change. As students fall in love with the process of growing their own food, it instills in them a sense of pride and a new interest in what they're putting into their bodies. Check out, in this post from MindBodyGreen, how they do it over at P.S. 55. Tucked within the poorest congressional ... Continue Reading
Tigernut: New Superstar At the Superfood Aisle
Native to Northern Africa and the Mediterranean, the tigernuts are giving almonds and cashews a run for their money. This post from MyDomaine turns the spotlight on this superfood that is flying off the shelves at Whole Foods.For those of you who frequent Whole Foods, you may have noticed a newcomer on the superfood aisle: tigernuts. Despite the somewhat menacing moniker, ... Continue Reading
Organic Vs Non Organic Food: Which Is Better?
A group of 25 scientists published their very clear findings on organic Vs non-organic meat and dairy products. This post from reset.me presents more proof of organic, foods being far superior for health and wellness. To a world raised on conventional foods and thinking, scientists and consumers alike have been touting the nutritional value and overall healthfulness of ... Continue Reading
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