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, including [...]

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 least not one that’s [...]

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. They found [...]

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 [...]