(Natural News) Did you know that pistachios, which are considered nuts, are actually seeds? When eaten in moderation, pistachios can promote weight loss and even improve your blood glucose levels. Pistachios and their health benefits Pistachios come from the fruits of a desert plant called Pistacia vera. These nutrient-rich green nuts are full of antioxidants, fiber, and protein. […]

(Natural News) General obesity is an epidemic, but it is possible to have excess belly fat without being generally obese. Still, unwanted belly fat is bad news for overall health. Researchers even found that waist-to-hip ratio, and not body mass index (BMI), can increase your risk of dementia. Dementia is the loss of cognitive functioning, […]

(Natural News) Did you know that aside from oranges, another type of citrus fruit called calamansi (Citrus microcarpa) is also rich in vitamin C? Calamansi can help address the common cold and boost oral health. What is calamansi? Calamansi, also called calamondin, is a fruit native to Southeast Asia. It is similar to lemons and limes. Calamansi […]

(Natural News) The longan (Dimocarpus longan) is a good addition to the selection of fresh fruits that you should be eating every day. It can be consumed in the morning as part of a healthy breakfast or during the afternoon as a snack. A tropical fruit from South Asia, longan got its name of “dragon’s eye” from the way it resembles […]

(Natural News) The global weight loss market is worth billions of dollars, yet there’s no solid proof that dieters are actually losing weight. Even research suggests that diets can actually cause weight gain. The surprising thing is, obese people aren’t the only ones trying diets. Weight loss has become a priority for those who have normal weights […]

(Natural News) You don’t need to commit to a time-consuming workout session in order to enjoy the health benefits of physical exercise. Canadian researchers said that spending a few minutes going up several flights of stairs every two or three hours can greatly improve the health of your heart. In a recent study supported by […]

(Natural News) Acetic acid is responsible for the health benefits of apple cider vinegar (ACV), but that same acid also gives the fermented drink a very sour taste. Thankfully, there are ways to make ACV much more palatable, making it easier to enjoy its health benefits and even its taste. The simplest way is to add a tablespoon of ACV […]

(Natural News) Diet trends come and go, and many of them ultimately prove to be little more than a passing fad. However, one new way of eating that is getting a lot of buzz – intermittent fasting – has a lot of value and could well become the future of healthy eating. Not only can […]

(Natural News) Drinking tea is common in Asian countries, either for health or for pleasure. In a study published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness, a team of researchers from the National Taiwan University and the University of Florida found that oolong tea extracts could greatly help in losing weight and preventing obesity. Tea, such […]

(Natural News) When you look at the word “breakfast” literally, it says “break” and “fast.” Breakfast is a time to break the fast that started the evening before and lasted throughout sleep. So it’s important to break the fast each day, rather than skipping the meal and trying to power through. Skipping breakfast doesn’t just […]