(Natural News) A study published in the journal Current Developments in Nutrition found that a diet rich in vitamin C, anthocyanidin and flavonoid – nutrients plenty in strawberries – can help reduce Alzheimer’s disease among older people. The researchers from the Rush University Medical Center and Rush Insitute for Health Aging said that participants who ate strawberries more than once […]

(Natural News) Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin that is seen as an important part of a balanced diet, but some people may not know exactly why. Some folks may be taking vitamin K for the wrong reasons. With this in mind, it’s important to learn about the benefits of the different types of vitamin […]

(Natural News) Kale is a nutrient-dense superfood belonging to the same family of vegetables known as cruciferous vegetables. This family includes other well-known superfoods like broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts and collard greens. Kale lives up to the reputation of its cousins thanks to its impressive health-enhancing properties. Kale is nutrient-dense Kale is one of the most nutrient-dense foods […]

(Natural News) Magnesium is called “nature’s relaxation mineral” because of its crucial role in helping the body relax. This makes the mineral more important these days, when people are constantly under stress and feeling anxious. The latter, in particular, has been linked to certain mental disorders, including depression and GAD (general anxiety disorder). Because of magnesium’s relaxing properties, it has […]

(Natural News) Vitamin C, also called ascorbic acid, has a crucial role in many of the body’s daily functions. But the body does not make vitamin C on its own. You will have to consume it from food, such as fruits and vegetables. Learn more about the health benefits of vitamin C and the 20 best […]

(Natural News) Protein is an important macronutrient that your body needs to function optimally. If you don’t want to get it from meat, there are plant-based foods that are great sources of protein. Why is protein important? The building blocks of your skin, muscles, hormones, and organs are made up of proteins. Consuming natural food sources […]

(Natural News) If you’re an aspiring gardener but your backyard receives little to no sunlight, don’t despair. By making small changes and doing your research, you can still grow fresh vegetables in a shade garden. (h/t to FoodStorageMoms.com) What is a shade garden? If you have a shade garden, you can grow vegetables that will […]

(Natural News) Kale and spinach are two of the healthiest superfoods. But is one better than the other? Nutritional differences between kale and spinach Kale and spinach are both nutrient-rich and low-calorie vegetables. They also offer many essential vitamins and minerals. Both are rich in vitamin K, a nutrient needed for healthy blood clotting and bone […]

(Natural News) Aging causes a lot of unwanted health issues, most notably cognitive decline and memory loss. People in their 50s are told that nothing can be done about it. But is decreased brain function really an inevitable part of aging? New research from Rush University Medical Center in Chicago suggests that a simple step […]

(Natural News) According to the World Health Organization (WHO), good nutrition is the cornerstone of good health. Good nutrition entails an adequate, well-balanced diet complemented with regular physical activity. The major systems of the body all rely on good nutrition to function properly. Poor nutrition results in impaired immunity, physical and mental development, and productivity. To ensure that you […]