Category: nutrition

The Best Fruit for Chronic Constipation

The kiwi is a wonder fruit when it comes to tackling the tough, often painful, chronic constipation afflicting so many people worldwide. Chronic constipation can have many causes. The good news is, nature has many remedies for this uncomfortable, even painful, condition. Prunes are the first fruit that many think of when it comes to relieving constipation, and…


Healthy Potato Latkes (Recipe)

Crispy and hot around the edges, sizzling Potato Latkes will be devoured as soon as they leave the frying pan. As this fun & hearty treat sizzles in the pan, it will warms your heart. Bright green scallions sprinkled on top add a light freshness. A dollop of yummy applesauce or sour cream adds cooling…


Slim Down, Look Younger and Clean Your Cells in Just 15 Days

A group of participants went through this groundbreaking protocol for activating your body’s autophagy, or cellular housecleaning mechanism. All 35 achieved results within 15 days. Download Interview Transcript | Download my FREE Podcast STORY AT-A-GLANCE Autophagy refers to a “self-eating” process in which your body digests damaged cells. It’s a cleaning out process that encourages the proliferation…


Acne Breakout Location Corresponds to Other Health Conditions—Here’s What to Know

In Western medicine, acne is considered a skin condition where the pores of the skin become blocked by hair, sebum, bacteria, and dead skin cells. Traditional Chinese medicine looks deeper at the root cause of the skin condition: an experienced Chinese traditional medicine practitioner can identify the underlying internal organ issues by looking at the…


All the Health Benefits of Lentils You Should Know

If you’re looking to eat healthier, lentils should be one of the top foods in your meal plan — and, fortunately, learning how to cook lentils isn’t too complicated. Packed with vitamins, protein and a whole lot of fiber, lentils have nutritional benefits (similar to the health benefits of beans) to cover all of your…


Best Food to Prevent Colon Cancer: No, It’s Not Vegetables or Fruits

For a long time, people thought that eating fruits and vegetables and supplementing dietary fiber could prevent colorectal cancer (colon cancer). But did you know? Eating whole grains may be more effective in preventing colorectal cancer than eating fruits or vegetables. There Are 2 Types of Fiber, Both of Which Can Help Prevent Colorectal Cancer…


Moderation Is Best When It Comes to Vitamin C Intake

During the cold and flu seasons, many people choose to buy vitamin C supplements in order to decrease their chances of getting sick. Vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, is one of the many water-soluble nutrients that are found naturally in fruits and vegetables, and it is an antioxidant that is well-known to be capable of…


Anti-Viral Immunity Smoothie

If there ever was a time to drink a potent, anti-viral, and immune boosting smoothie, it’s NOW. This smoothie is an excellent way to hydrate, cleanse, and protect against current environmental threats. Equipment Required Quality blender Ingredients 1 1/2 cups of berries (combination of raspberries and blueberries) 8 oz of coconut milk (BPA free can) 8 oz…


When Is the Best Time of Day to Eat Spices to Boost Your Health?

When you walk down the aisles of your local grocery store, there is usually an entire section dedicated to spices. From cinnamon to pepper, cumin to star anise, ground or whole, organic or locally sourced, the choices are bedazzling and the selection endless. Spices were once so valuable that entire nations sent out expeditions just…


Two Surprising Reasons Behind Obesity Epidemic: Too Much Salt, Not Enough Water

Scientific studies and media coverage are rife with warnings on how sugar, carbohydrates, saturated fat, and lack of exercise contribute to obesity. And tens of millions of Americans are still overweight or obese, in large part because of the classic Western diet and lifestyle. As an educator, researcher, and professor of medicine, I have spent…