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Move over lemon water, there might be a cooler kid in town – ginger water! Also known as ginger tea, this drink is becoming quite popular due to all the health claims surrounding ginger itself. Technically, though, using ginger has been around for centuries. And if we get really specific, it’s been used for medicinal purposes to treat mostly stomach aches, diarrhea and nausea in Asia for more than 2,500 years. Hmm, maybe like so much else, it seems more popular today because of Instagram.Anyway,…

Yes, there was once a cigarette diet – and other odd diets of the not-so-distant past.

The latest natural, zero-calorie sweetener to hit the shelves carries a few health claims too.

Remember the days walking down the supermarket aisle to purchase cooking oil when you basically had just a few choices – like olive oil, corn oil or canola oil? Nowadays the selection appears endless, making it rather challenging to choose – especially since some oils are associated with health claims almost too good to be true. Coconut is one oil that’s surrounded by health claims. And because of this, it’s also surrounded by a wealth of controversy. Let’s take a closer look.One tablespoon of c…

Whether for weight loss or just better health, these popular diets scored big when it came to what people were looking for in 2020.

It tastes similar to coffee, but includes a variety of medicinal mushrooms with a long list of health benefits and adaptogenic properties.

I say tomato – you say tomahto! Even though I eat tomatoes practically 365 days a year, I always look forward to summer when they’re in season. There is something about when their color gets deeper and their taste sweeter, that I am beyond happy.Technically tomatoes are a fruit, and that’s because they have seeds and grow from the flower of a plant. But if you’re like me, you’ll continue to call them a veggie.May reduce the risk of prostate cancer. Probably one of the most well-known nutrients o…

Nutritionists share the cooking and eating tips they learned from their dads.

Over the last couple of decades, foods high in fat, have gone from being popular to unpopular, unpopular to VERY unpopular and then back again to popular. Fat has made its way back into our lives. But more importantly, so has the distinction of the type of fat.Fat is an essential part of our diet, providing the body with energy, aiding hormone function, memory and the absorption of specific nutrients. This article discusses what healthy fats are, the top healthy fat foods to include in your diet…

Looking for a coffee alternative that’s healthier and has less caffeine? Say hello to trendy mushroom coffee! Known to have less caffeine than regular coffee, this mushroom drink also comes with a host of proposed health benefits – from reducing anxiety to improving immunity – making it rather attractive for those in pursuit of a healthier lifestyle.Mushroom coffee is made by combining regular ground coffee (or instant coffee) with dried and finely ground mushrooms. This is usually done in a 1-t…