Category Archives: Food Facts

When choosing a tea to drink, you have many different options. Green, white, black, herbal, oolong, and matcha are great options to keep you hydrated and provide you with other benefits like antioxidants. But there is one type of tea in particular that can aid in a stronger heart and improved libido. Rooibos tea boosts ...click here to read more

I’m sure you have heard the term “superfood” but maybe you don’t know what it means. Well, a food is deemed a superfood when it is packed with vitamins and nutrients which make it exceptionally good for your health. The problem is these “superfoods” are often overpriced and so can be pricey to purchase on ...click here to read more

Oh cheese. So delicious, but so forbidden if you want to keep your heart healthy. Well, not anymore! If you’re a lover of cheese like I am, then I have some great news for you. Daily consumption of cheese (40 grams or 1.41 ounces) may cut your risk of heart disease and stroke, according to ...click here to read more

There are some foods that have a solid reputation for being unhealthy, so if you are adhering to a healthy diet, you most likely avoid them. But some of these foods get a bad reputation when in actuality they aren’t that bad for you when consumed in moderation. Instead of living in regret, or denying ...click here to read more

The winter months can wreak havoc on your digestion for several different reasons. First off, you may be exercising less because it’s way too cold outside or you’re so busy planning parties and preparing gifts. Second, holiday parties! They seem to be every week, sometimes even twice a week. You eat too much, you eat ...click here to read more

Lowering your cholesterol levels is an integral part of overall heart health. Diet can go a long way in improving your cholesterol numbers, but many of us are unclear as to what foods to consume and which to avoid. A general rule is to avoid foods high in saturated fat, processed foods, and fatty foods, ...click here to read more

When you think of libido-boosting foods, oysters, chocolate, and spicy items probably all come to mind. But what if you don’t like or are allergic to those foods? Are you doomed to a low libido? Well, don’t fret, because there is actually a slew of other foods that can work to boost your libido, giving ...click here to read more

Oh, pizza. Who doesn’t love pizza? With a crispy crust, gooey cheese, and frankly, anything else you love can be added on top to make a delicious meal. Pizza, in general, isn’t the healthiest of meals, but specific toppings you put on it can be. Researchers at Penn State University found that if you’re going ...click here to read more

It’s that time of the year again. The year 2017 is winding down and we are now looking into 2018. One thing people pay close attention to is food trends. Remember the year of kale? Or when turmeric lattes were the “it” drink? Every year, certain foods and beverages take the spotlight for their nutritional ...click here to read more

When it comes to superfoods, broccoli definitely makes the list. Broccoli contains plenty of vitamins including vitamins A, C, and K. It contains 2.6 grams of protein per cup and is low in calories, making it a great item to add to your diet. As for minerals, broccoli contains calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorous, potassium, zinc, ...click here to read more

Anybody who has to wake up early or needs a boost in energy levels later in the day often turns to coffee, a delicious beverage that helps those who drink it increase their endurance and alertness. While some claim that coffee is unhealthy in the long run, researchers from the University of Southampton and the ...click here to read more

Symptoms related to high blood pressure may be eased by eating chocolate, according to research findings. There have already been numerous studies that have pointed to dark chocolate for its health benefits, so this study is just additional findings that support dark chocolate’s benefits to health. The study included over 14,000 participants. The researchers found ...click here to read more

Unfortunately, everyone’s least favorite season is upon us—cold and flu season. It’s those few months where everyone around you is sniffling, coughing, or sneezing. Everywhere you turn, someone is fighting something and you’re on the defense to ensure you don’t catch what they are giving out. The problem with cold and flu season is that ...click here to read more

Gluten sensitivity or intolerance is more or less the latest dietary trend. Countless “gluten-free” items can be found on store shelves—more than ever in recent memory, which is great for people who have a difficult time digesting the protein. However, according to a new study, gluten may not be the culprit. A protein found in ...click here to read more