Get Healthy – Have a Banana

Have you ever admired the shape, color and taste of a banana? Let us consider the virtues of one of our oldest and most popular fruits. The original banana plant can be traced back to Malaysia and is a perennial herb related to the orchid and lily and about 30 different kinds of bananas exist, [...]

What are the Healthiest Foods on Earth?

Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., CNS, recently, wrote an interesting article for Forbes magazine concerning the healthiest foods on earth. Here is his article: The Healthiest Foods On Earth What is the best diet for human beings? Vegetarian? Vegan? High-protein? Low-fat? Dairy-Free? Hold on to your shopping carts: There is no perfect diet for human beings. At [...]

Tip of the Week – May 25, 2009

Miso Soup May Reduce Risk for Breast Cancer For many Japanese, Miso Soup is a dietary mainstay. Now, a recent study indicates women who drink the soybean-rich broth daily may dramatically reduce their risk for breast cancer. Researchers at Japan’s National Cancer Center tracked the eating habits of more than 21,000 women for 10 years. [...]

Choosing Child – Healthy Snacks

Many children arrive home from school and head straight to the refrigerator for a snack. There is nothing wrong with moderate snacking, since youngsters have high levels of activity and may need more calories than three meals a day provide to meet their energy needs. For many children -particularly those who are quite physically active [...]