(Natural News) Research has proven that following a nutritious diet is key to maintaining your overall health. According to a study, eating more fruits and vegetables can help you live longer. Fruits and vegetables contain carbohydrates, dietary fiber and protein. Research shows that they also offer vitamins, minerals, carotenoids and polyphenols that can help protect […]

(Natural News) Hiding behind the soft, fuzzy brown peel of kiwi, a small exotic fruit associated with New Zealand, is a wealth of essential nutrients, antioxidants and powerful plant compounds. Here are some of the impressive science-based health benefits of kiwifruit, a sweet, easy-to-eat and highly nutritious superfruit also known as Chinese gooseberry. Supports immune […]

(Natural News) Bananas are a staple for more than 400 million people in many tropical and subtropical countries and vital in a well-balanced diet, according to a study published in the journal Frontiers in Plant Science. Here are some reasons that will make you eat bananas every day. (Related: Bananas aren’t just for monkeys – Discover […]

(Natural News) When you take a probiotic supplement, it’s normal to want to maximize its benefits on your body. But does that mean you have to stop drinking coffee every morning? Here are some things to consider if you need a cup of joe every morning but are also worried about your gut health. What are probiotics? […]

(Natural News) Food waste is still a huge problem in the United States. But according to a U.K. study, this can be solved by making a change to your food storage habits. The study has found that refrigerating fruits and vegetables instead of keeping them in a fruit bowl on the kitchen counter can help […]

(Natural News) Vitamin C or L-ascorbic acid is a water-soluble vitamin that’s an important part of a balanced diet. This essential vitamin has many bodily functions. For starters, vitamin C helps with collagen production and boosts your immune system. Many people think oranges are the best dietary source of vitamin C, but some fruits and […]

(Natural News) Nutrition experts recommend berries as part of a balanced diet because these tart, juicy fruits are full of beneficial antioxidants like polyphenols. Polyphenols offer several health benefits and one expert has a unique tip to help you get the most antioxidants when juicing berries. What are polyphenols? Polyphenols are a subgroup of antioxidants. These potent phytonutrients, […]

(Natural News) Alternative medicines, such as Ayurveda, homeopathy, naturopathy and Chinese or Oriental medicine, have used organic plants, herbs, nuts and even fruits and vegetables to treat a myriad of illnesses for centuries. The natural remedies presented here are based on ancient medicinal practices – natural therapies that have been proven effective time and time again. […]

(Natural News) The items in your survival stockpile may include a lot of shelf-stable food, but that doesn’t mean you have to eat meals that aren’t nutritious when SHTF. If you don’t want to feed your family food with empty calories, plan ahead and stock up on healthy items like fruits, vegetables and grains. (h/t […]

(Natural News) Research shows that eating the right kinds of food can help address depression and improve brain function. In fact, some foods do this better than any medication. What you need is to eat foods that are high in beneficial compounds called polyphenols. Polyphenols are found in plant foods and can help reduce oxidative […]