Omega-3 & Omega-6 fatty acids are a family of polyunsaturated fats, and Omega-9 are monounsaturated fats, are associated with several health benefits. High intake is linked to a reduced risk of inflammatory diseases, depression and more. So how does Omega help and why is it important? The three most important types are ALA (Alpha-linolenic Acid), […]

There are multiple causes of joint pain, among them, the common ones are arthritis, gout or injuries. OsteoarthritisDegeneration of joint cartilage and the underlying bone, most common from middle age onward. It causes pain and stiffness, especially in the hip, knee, and thumb joints. Rheumatoid ArthritisA chronic progressive disease causing inflammation in the joints and resulting

All the blood leaving the stomach and intestines passes through the liver. The liver processes this blood and breaks down, balances, and creates the nutrients and also metabolizes drugs into forms that are easier to use for the rest of the body or that are nontoxic. What are the 5 functions of liver? The five major

Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body. There are quite a few different types of collagen, but types I, II, and III make up the majority of the collagen in the body. Recently, collagen supplements have become really popular because they claim to improve hair, skin, nails, joints, and some even claim to

Evening primrose oil is a plant native to North America, which bears yellow flowers that bloom in the evening, hence the name evening primrose oil. EPO is found in the plant’s seeds and is high in essential fatty acids (roughly 25 percent EFAs), meaning they are required and essential for our health, but cannot be made by

The immune system is made up of special organs, cells and chemicals that fight infection (microbes). The main parts of the immune system are: white blood cells, antibodies, the complement system, the lymphatic system, the spleen, the thymus, and the bone marrow. These are the parts of your immune system that actively fight infection. The

Honey is loved all around the world and has been praised since ancient times. When thinking about honey we usually imagine light colored and sweet tasting honey. However, did you know that there are more than 300 types of honey? Each type has a unique flavor, smell and color which depends on the source of blossoms

You’ve been hitting the gym for some time. You’re making it part of your regular routine and putting in the hours; always trying to bust out the right number of reps. But after all that work, you don’t feel like you’re maximizing your workout due to a lack of energy. Sometimes you find your energy

There’s something about biting into a piece of carrot cake — it brings back memories of family holidays and springtime. It’s no wonder carrot cake has become a traditional American dessert. Most carrot cake recipes, however, call for not-so-healthy ingredients that should really be avoided by you and your loved ones.Nowadays, the carrot cake recipes are

Rice gets a bad rap but, if you choose the right type, it can be a healthy, filling carbohydrate to occasionally include in meals. That’s why I use brown rice in this stuffed peppers recipe. This easy stuffed peppers recipe combines it with meat (use ground bison or grass-fed beef) and seasonings for a perfectly portioned