Healthy Food

Nutrition research indicates that specific nuts and seeds contain nutrients that may promote hair health and growth, according to a report published by Verywell Health. The report identifies biotin, vitamin E, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids as key components found in these foods that have been linked to various aspects of hair follicle…
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Recently an apiarist told me about an old wives’ tale. She said the scuttlebutt in the beekeeping world is that “beekeepers don’t get cancer.” Many anti-cancer protocols insist on zero sugar and no sweeteners of any kind, whether natural or artificial. But this apiarist is a firm believer in the healing power of honey, as well as…
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When it comes to professional kitchens, few materials command the same level of respect as copper. Its warm, gleaming surface is not just for show; copper cookware has been a staple for centuries because of one defining characteristic that sets it apart from stainless steel, aluminium or cast iron: its ability to heat dramatically…
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Many people rely on vitamin D supplements to maintain adequate blood levels of the nutrient, but food sources offer an alternative approach, according to nutrition experts. The National Institutes of Health notes that vitamin D is naturally present in only a few foods, though fortified products provide additional options, according to a…
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Artichokes – the edible flower buds of a thistle – provide a concentrated source of fibre, antioxidants and essential micronutrients while containing only 60 to 70 calories per medium artichoke, according to registered dietitian Grace Derocha, a diabetes educator for Marquee Health in Detroit, Michigan. “Artichokes rank among the…
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Summer fruits, including berries, melons, and stone fruits, reach their peak season from June through September, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. These fruits contain high levels of vitamins A and C, fibre, and antioxidants, nutritionists said. When purchased during their prime growing season, summer fruits retain…
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For millions seeking to reduce their intake of refined sugars and processed desserts, a fundamental question has emerged: Why do so many conventional sweets leave consumers feeling depleted rather than energized, and who is driving the shift toward whole-food alternatives? The answer lies in the growing awareness that natural options,…
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In an era where multinational corporations spend billions convincing people that vitamin-fortified soda (as well as the mistakenly called “flavoured water”, which is actually a sugary soft drink) is a legitimate nutritional strategy, a quiet revolution is brewing in glasses across the West. It is a return to basics, a rejection of…
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The foods you choose in summer can either work with your body or against it. Heavier meals and processed snacks force your digestive system to work harder, raising your internal temperature. But nature offers an arsenal of cooling allies that are hydrating at the cellular level, providing key minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants to help…
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The fermented food revolution is one of the most genuinely exciting developments in gut health science in a generation. The products being sold in its name are, in many cases, its precise opposite. Here’s what’s actually in that bottle – and what isn’t. Let’s start with a sensory test. Open a bottle of authentic, traditionally…
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