(Natural News) Substitutes for white rice are staples of a healthy diet. They come mostly in the form of whole grains, which provide complex carbohydrates like dietary fiber and other nutrients. Classic examples of white rice substitutes are barley, oats, and a nutritious, gluten-free seed called quinoa. Quinoa is considered a superfood that is on par with whole grains in […]

(Natural News) The radish is an overlooked vegetable that was more popular in years gone by. The edible white root vegetable isn’t part of most people’s everyday diet, probably because of its pungent taste. But this root vegetable is nutritious and can be eaten in many ways. Here are 10 reasons why you should occasionally […]

(Natural News) A person with constipation has difficulty emptying their bowels and the condition may cause pain and discomfort. To relieve constipation, drink lots of water and eat fiber-rich fruits like apples and pears. The signs and symptoms of constipation If you have constipation, you suffer from irregular and tough bowel movements, which can cause lower […]

(Natural News) Following a healthy diet doesn’t have to be expensive or time-consuming. If you want to eat healthily on a budget, try meal prepping and buy produce from farmers’ markets. The tips detailed below may help you make healthy changes to your diet without breaking the bank. Make a plan and stick to it. […]

(Natural News) Hypercholesterolemia is a well-known risk factor for cardiovascular disease and the main contributor to coronary heart disease. High levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL-C), for instance, are associated with the risk of atherosclerosis and heart attack. Treatments for these conditions, therefore, focus mainly on reducing total cholesterol and LDL-C levels in the blood. In a […]

(Natural News) Cutting down on sugar is known to decrease the risk of diabetes and reduce weight. According to the U.S. dietary guidelines, eating less sugar helps people maintain a healthy weight and prevent chronic diseases. But honey, a pantry staple and popular substitute for white sugar, also contains sugars. In fact, it is 69 percent glucose […]

(Natural News) In this study, researchers from China Medical University in Taiwan investigated the anticancer activity of sulforaphane (SFN), a plant compound present in cruciferous vegetables. The results of their study were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. SFN is an isothiocyanate that possesses antitumor and chemopreventive activity. However, previous studies have not […]

(Natural News) Calcium is important to the body. However, the best source of this mineral isn’t milk, but the food that dairy animals get this nutrient from – plants. Considered as the most abundant mineral in the body, calcium is essential for many bodily functions. It acts as a carrier of messages between the brain and other body […]

(Natural News) Holistic health practitioners recommend natural methods to deal with chronic pain. They prescribe anti-inflammatory foods and health supplements that naturally reduce the inflammation responsible for severe pain. Food really is medicine. Every meal alters the internal chemistry of the body. Nutritious food improves many aspects of human health while consuming unhealthy food contributes […]

(Natural News) Weaknesses in the body present an opportunity for self care and strengthening. If you feel under the weather, you might be tempted to lie around and pout, but these initial symptoms are there to alert you to take action and strengthen the body with phyto-nutrients. When your body is feeling weak and achy; […]