Anthraquinones are naturally occurring compounds found in certain plants such as rhubarb, buckthorn bark and aloe; they contribute to plants’ coloring and therefore are valued in industry in the manufacture of dyes … But these potent compounds have medicinal uses, too, and though they are most widely known as a powerful aid … Read More
Top 8 Benefits of Licorice Root
Licorice is more than the sweet chewy treat you remember from childhood … it’s a root native to Europe and Asia, which not only has a compound that is 50 times sweeter than sugar[i] but also offers health benefits that have been prized for thousands of years. Why might you want to become familiar with this beneficial "swe … Read More
The 8 Key Benefits of Milk Thistle
Milk thistle, a flowering Mediterranean herb that’s a member of the daisy family, has been revered since ancient times for its effects on liver health and function as well as its effect on gallbladder and kidney disorders. In the modern day, … Read More
My Search for the Ultimate Protein Snack: Homemade Beef and Pork Jerky
PLEASE HELP ME by providing your feedback on my questions below! Hey, Steve Hefferon here from the Healthy Back Institute... Last weekend I did an experiment with beef and pork jerky. I have had a dehydrator for almost six months, and to be quite honest I was afraid to use it … … Read More
8 Most Important Benefits of Psyllium Husk
... It's More Than Just Fiber Psyllium husk is most well known for its beneficial role as a powerful constipation buster, but it provides a number of other exceptional health benefits as well... This natural fiber comes from a shrub-like herb known as Plantago ovate, and while it’s used in other parts of the world, it’s … Read More
How to Stop Sugar Cravings: Top 10 Ways
While the American Heart Association recommends Americans consume no more than 9.5 teaspoons of sugar a day, the average adult eats 22. The average child? 32.[i] We probably don’t have to tell you that all of this sugar is not only adding to our waistlines, it’s also been linked to numerous chronic diseases ranging from ca … Read More
Soda Dangers: Top 10 Reasons to Dump those Soft Drinks
Soda is full of high-fructose corn syrup and not much else, which means it’s a source of empty calories that you’re better off without. But you know this already, right? Here’s what you may not know: … Read More
Surprising Health Benefits of BITTER Foods
Bitter foods like grapefruit, unsweetened cocoa, endive and kale may not excite your taste buds like sweet or spicy flavors do, but there’s a reason to make a concerted effort to get more bitter foods into your diet: … Read More
Top 12 Foods to Buy Organic
… And 15 Organic Foods You Can Skip Fruits and vegetables represent the cornerstone of a healthy diet, but they are also among the foods most likely to be tainted with toxic pesticides. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) analyzed 45 popular fruits and vegetables for pesticide residues, using data from more than 60,700 sa … Read More
How to Eat Healthy When Dining Out
How to Avoid Hidden Temptations and 11 Other Tips! Ninety-two percent of Americans say they enjoy going to restaurants, according to the National Restaurant Association.[i] And for 41 percent, eating out is an "essential part of their lifestyle.” We enjoy eating out for many reasons — it’s a break from cooking (and doing th … Read More