7 All-Natural, Cost Effective Products That Help You Defeat Allergies
Allergy season is upon us. For those of you who suffer from winter, summer or seasonally ranging allergies, there are some natural fixes that Mother Nature has to offer that can enable you to defeat allergies. We'll give you a headstart with our top seven picks for all-natural, affordable products.
Drink Green Tea
Green tea is loaded with a ton of good-for-you antioxidants that can help prevent allergies. But namely, one sticks out here: an antioxidant phytonutrient called epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). It helps to block the body's release of histamine and immunoglobulin E (IgE); both key culprits in allergic reactions...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - October 26, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
8 Filling Fall Soup Recipes With 5 Ingredients Or Less
Autumn is here, and that means it's time for nubby sweaters and steaming bowls of soup. But while it takes a total of three seconds to throw on your favorite crewneck, cooking up Grandma's yummy stew recipe tends to be an hours-long ordeal. Still, that's no reason to miss out altogether. (Or worse, turn to the sodium-laden canned stuff.) When you're strapped for time, these simple, satisfying soups will totally hit the spot. More: The 5 Healthiest Fall Soups From Your Favorite Lunch Spots 1. Pesto Bean Soup Basic white bean soup is kinda boring. But when you add prepared pesto plus umami-packed ingredients like Parmesan...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - October 12, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Can Curry and Onions Really Prevent Colon Cancer?
Researchers at Johns Hopkins University found that curcumin and quercetin (substances present in curry and onions) can significantly reduce the number and size of polyps. But has the media overblown this a bit? I think so. (Source: About.com Colon Cancer)
Source: About.com Colon Cancer - September 25, 2015 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: coloncancer.guide at about.com Tags: health Source Type: news
Pulses: Little Beans With Big Opportunities
Courtesy of Pulse Canada As a new year quickly approaches, so does the United Nations' 2016 celebration of pulses. What is a pulse anyway? And why does the UN care so much about them? And, perhaps more importantly, why should you? Pulses represent 12 crops of grain legumes, which include dry beans, dry peas, chickpeas and lentils -- they are quite simply the little beans we have been cultivating from the soil for more than 10,000 years. To be exact, pulses are the edible seeds of plants in the legume family. They are low in fat, high in protein (about 20-30 percent) and fiber, and contain various vitamins and amino ...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - September 23, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
7 Human Foods That Could Make Your Pet Sick
By Dana Poblete for Thrive Market Anyone who's ever owned a dog knows that sometimes, they double as vacuum cleaners. Whether it's a defiant toddler or a careless cook, food sometimes ends up on the floor, and most dogs (and cats!) are more than happy to be of service. But while those scraps might seem innocuous, pet owners should know there are some foods that are harmless to humans -- but deadly for pets. Want to know what to watch out for? We did the homework for you. According to the ASPCA, the Humane Society, and the Pet Poison Helpline, there are seven human foods and medications that could be toxic to pets. Avoc...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - September 14, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Let the Tears Flow: Science Says It's Good for You
by Mimi O' Connor In a recent group support session, an active and generous participant choked up with emotion as she spoke of the anniversary of her husband's passing. She tried hard to stop her tears, repeatedly apologizing for them. "I really am okay," she insisted, "I don't know why I am crying again. It's been five years. I'm so embarrassed." If she had not furiously wiped away her tears and instead looked into the caring faces around her, she would have realized immediately that there was no need for an apology. She would have spotted the responsive tears in my eyes and those of several others, signaling our deep ac...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - September 11, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Zimbabwe: Hydropower Proves Life Changing for People With HIV
[Key Correspondents] Every dawn, Shupi*, from Mutare in Zimbabwe, goes to inspect her crop. She plucks green beans, vegetables, potatoes, onions, tomatoes, sweet potatoes and fresh maize cobs to be sold before taking some home. (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - September 10, 2015 Category: African Health Source Type: news
5 Reasons Crying Is Actually Good For You
SPECIAL FROM There are three kinds of tears: reflexive (clears out irritants), continuous (keeps eyes lubricated), and emotional (responding to joy and sadness). Did you know that humans are the only animals who can do the third one? This fact has led many scientists to ask why? If evolutionary changes are based on improving survival, what about emotional crying is beneficial? The answer is: quite a bit. 1. Crying actually improves your mood A recent Netherlands study showed participants really sad movies and then noted who cried and who didn’t. Those who didn’t felt no different emotionally after ...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - September 4, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Supporting community health, one bag of produce at a time
Deb Dickerson patiently waits at Boston Children’s at Martha Eliot for the bi-weekly delivery from Fair Foods, a non-profit that distributes surplus fresh fruits and vegetables at various locations around Boston. It’s raining and the truck is running a little late but Deb, Boston Children’s Hospital’s Director of Family, Youth and Community Programs, stays hopeful as always.
When the truck arrives, Deb throws open the front doors of the health center and greets the truck with open arms. A first peek inside the crates reveals red and yellow tomatoes on the vine, fresh apples, baby carrots, Bibb ...
Source: Thrive, Children's Hospital Boston - September 2, 2015 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Jenny Fernandez Tags: All posts Healthful eating Martha Eliot Health Center nutrition primary care Source Type: news
Beat The “Energy Crisis” With IV Laser Blood Therapy
As you age, you lose energy.
Everyone feels that, including you.
But knowing where that energy comes from, and how to replace it, means you don’t have to suffer like everyone else does.
If you accept the idea that you can get older and still feel alert and energetic, a whole new world opens up in front of you.
Let me show you what I mean
The secret to solving your “energy crisis,” are the microscopic organelles that live inside your cells.
If you’re a regular reader, you’ve heard me talk about mitochondria. Throughout your whole life, your experience of energy and alertness comes from these ti...
Source: Al Sears, MD Natural Remedies - August 19, 2015 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Dr. Al Sears Tags: Anti-Aging cellular power energy IV laser blood therapy laser technology mitochondria organelles Source Type: news
Nigeria: Consuming Onions Can Lower Cancers' Risks - Expert
[Leadership] Mr Tunde Ajobo, a dietician and Head , Department of Dietetics at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan in Oyo state , has said that the consumption of onions can lower the risks of several types of cancer. (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - August 13, 2015 Category: African Health Source Type: news
6 Easy Tips for Clean Eating on a Small Budget
Photo: Pond5 By Kristen Domonell for Life by DailyBurn Ever thought about cleaning up your diet but worry about the price tags on all that healthy food? You're not alone. Whole Foods Market, often nicknamed "Whole Paycheck" for its prices, recently announced the launch of a new, budget-friendly store geared toward millennial shoppers who share these cost concerns. "It's really challenging for people to make the right choices when price is sometimes the thing that strikes them in the face," says Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics spokesperson Libby Mills, MS, RDN, LDN, a nutrition and cooking coach in the Philadelphia ar...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - July 5, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The Pros of Prebiotics
By now, most people are aware of the many benefits of probiotic supplementation, including improved digestive health. However, a relatively new area of study regarding the digestive system concerns prebiotics, which are non-digestible fibers found in certain foods.
These carbohydrates, oligosaccharides, provide a food source for the beneficial gut flora (probiotics such as bifidobacteria and lactobacilli) and help promote their growth in the colon. To be classified as a prebiotic, the fibers such as oligofructose or inulin must demonstrate that they are fermented by gastrointestinal microflora, they stimulate the growt...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - July 2, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Barack Obama Is Not A Fan Of Peas In Guacamole
President Barack Obama does not plan on giving peas a chance. At least not in his guacamole.
The leader of the free world weighed in on the heated debate Wednesday, after The New York Times urged their readers to sample guacamole with peas.
Add green peas to your guacamole. Trust us. http://t.co/7imMY9c2ph pic.twitter.com/oeOMt2qgmh— The New York Times (@nytimes) July 1, 2015
Guacamole lovers far and wide erupted in outrage, protesting what they saw as a desecration of a favorite comfort food.
Asked about his opinion on the matter during a live Twitter Q&A regarding health care, the president decidedly came down in...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - July 1, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
6 Human Foods You Should Never Feed Your Cat
His tiny whiskers and swishy tail are so sweet it can be hard to resist giving him whatever he wants, but there are certain foods you should never feed your cat. Many human foods can put your little guy at risk for gastrointestinal problems, restlessness and worse. As the devoted pet owner that you are, the safest bet is to teach your cat that the food on the dinner table is for people only, and the food in his bowl can be enjoyed to the fullest. There are certain human treats you and your cat can share -- really small servings of cooked vegetables and fish are OK for kitties, for example. But when in doubt, it's best to ...
Source: Science - The Huffington Post - June 24, 2015 Category: Science Source Type: news
