(Natural News) Times are changing fast. So are healthy eating and drinking trends. As Maple Leaf Foods is set to open the largest plant-based meat factory (costing $300 million) in North America, vegan food production rates are skyrocketing to meet the non-meat, non-dairy consumption demands. Even Haagen-Dazs is now marketing a rice-milk chocolate and fudge-swirled, […]

(Natural News) A healthy diet contains lots of fresh fruits and vegetables. However, certain types of produce can also be bad for you. It’s not the produce themselves that are bad, but some fruits and vegetables may contain traces of harmful pesticides that are linked to harmful side effects. Each year, the Environmental Working Group […]

(Natural News) Contrary to popular belief, fats could be healthy, depending on its source. For example, fats from processed foods, fried foods, and baked goods are harmful to your health. On the other hand, fats found in natural foods are actually healthy and nutritious. Here are some of the healthy high-fat foods you need to include […]

(Natural News) Although many people tend to worry about pesticides mostly when they’re eating fruit and vegetables, the use of weedkillers like glyphosate is so widespread that it’s popping up everywhere. One place you might not expect to find it is in your breakfast cereal, but tests show that the chemical has even made its […]

(Natural News) Consumption of sugar has been linked to various health problems, such as diabetes and cancer. New research revealed that consuming refined white sugar can increase your risk of osteoporosis, a condition characterized by brittle bones that easily break. Researchers looked at the effects of table salt and white sugar on the development of […]

(Natural News) Have you heard of mung beans (Vigna radiata)? Mung beans are a type of pulse commonly consumed in Asian countries, including China, Bangladesh, India, the Philippines, and Thailand. They may be small, but these beans actually have many health benefits. Research shows that eating this legume can protect you from chronic degenerative diseases. […]

(Natural News) Looking for a great late-night snack that won’t make you feel guilty? Try yogurt – it will satisfy your hunger without drastically increasing your calorie intake. Additionally, yogurt is also nutritious. Still unconvinced? Here are five more reasons why yogurt is a great late-night snack: It helps you sleep: If you find it […]

(Natural News) Fresh, organic apple juice is refreshing and nutritious. However, if you have acid reflux, you need to stop drinking apple juice – at least until you feel better. Apple juice is a delicious beverage that’s full of vitamins and minerals. Rich in vitamin C, apple juice provides 159 percent of the Recommended Daily Intake […]

(Natural News) Before refrigerators, eggs were preserved using different methods to prolong their shelf life. (h/t to PracticalSelfReliance.com) If you keep chickens in your homestead, you can preserve their eggs so you can cook with eggs even during winter, when chickens ease up on their laying habits. Knowing how to preserve eggs ensures that you have […]

(Natural News) A shocking new report from the Environmental Working Group confirms that an overwhelming majority of conventionally grown produce is covered in pesticides. About 70 percent of U.S. produce contains pesticides — even after it has been washed. This is highly disturbing news for the millions of Americans who buy fresh produce, believing that […]