Category: Food as Medicine

Boosting Natural Killer Cell Activity

youtu.be/FGtS_h_xTuc Blueberry consumption may double the population of our cancer-fighting immune cells, and the spices cardamom and black pepper may boost their activity.


The Health Benefits of Garlic

Garlic is the edible bulb from a plant in the lily family. It was traditionally used for health purposes by people in many parts of the world, including the Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, Chinese, and Japanese. Currently, garlic is most commonly promoted as a dietary supplement for conditions related to the heart and blood vessels, including…


The Health Benefits of Ginger

Native to parts of Asia, such as China, Japan, and India, ginger has a leafy stem and yellowish-green flowers. The spice comes from the rhizome (underground stem) of the plant. Ginger has been used for medicinal purposes in China for more than 2,500 years, and it has had a prominent role in Chinese, Indian, and…


Real Food, Real Health

Have you ever gone shopping at the grocery store and looked in other people’s baskets to see what they’re buying? Or decided whether you want to eat at a restaurant by looking at the health of the people leaving? I have. I’m concerned for the health of my friends and neighbors – I want you…


Benefits of Green Tea for Boosting Antiviral Immune Function

youtu.be/7MhDpQKjYE8 Unlike most antiviral drugs, green tea appears to work by boosting the immune system to combat diseases such as genital warts (caused by HPV) and the flu (caused by the influenza virus).


7 Proven Reasons to Eat More Blueberries

Eating even less than a cup of blueberries a day helps fend off heart disease, cancer, brain aging, and much more. Here are seven great reasons to eat more blueberries every day Spring and summer are prime seasons for fresh blueberries. But there are good reasons to eat them all year round. Blueberries pack huge health…


9 Top Herbs to Boost Your Immune System

The immune system is complex, diverse, and truly amazing! It consists of numerous antibodies, white blood cells (and other cells), organs, lymph nodes and vessels, bone marrow, and other tissues. Its task is clear and complicated: protect the body against harm from the bad guys, whether they be bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, physical trauma, countless…


New Study Confirms Problem With Common Food Additive

As we begin to understand the relationship between the foods we eat and our overall health, the term “gut health” and “microbiome” have become increasingly more important in recent years. A study recently published in the journal Gastroenterology found that one additive widely used in processed foods “may be contributing to increased prevalence of an…


Best Iron Food and Supplement Sources

Iron in Foods If you are looking to improve your iron status through diet, here are the best sources from foods (5-18 mg/100 g food): liver, prune juice, kidney, heart, molasses, pork, beef, sunflower seeds, kidney beans, pinto beans, oyster, clam, lima beans, lentils, navy beans, sesame seeds, tahini, chickpeas, hummus, lamb, egg yolk, rice…


5 Health Benefits of Whey Protein

Protein is an essential macronutrient that helps build muscle, repair tissue, and support the immune system. People commonly consume whey protein powder as a quick dietary supplement to help meet their health goals. Whey protein has a high nutritional value and is one of the best dietary sources of quality protein. The body absorbs whey…