Say hello to beets, our pick this month. To the uninitiated, beets can seem rather intimidating, with a rugged, dull exterior. But the rough peel … [Read more...] about Beets: Health Benefits and How-To
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Caramel Coloring in Soda Linked to Cancer
Something in soda may pose a health risk, and this time it's not sugar. A coloring additive, caramel, has been the center of attention for two years … [Read more...] about Caramel Coloring in Soda Linked to Cancer
Nutrition 101: Vitamin B6
Vitamin B6 is one of eight B vitamins. All of the B vitamins are water soluble, meaning that the body does not store them but excretes them in the … [Read more...] about Nutrition 101: Vitamin B6
Reishi Mushroom: Health Benefits and How-To
In China and Japan, Reishi mushroom has been used for more than 4,000 years to treat a variety of ailments and provide calming effects, including … [Read more...] about Reishi Mushroom: Health Benefits and How-To
Maitake Mushroom: Health Benefits and How-To
The maitake mushroom is a large mushroom native to North America, Europe, and Japan. The Japanese name "maitake" literally means "dancing mushroom." … [Read more...] about Maitake Mushroom: Health Benefits and How-To
Alcohol and Cancer: A Strong Link
We know that there's an association between smoking and lung cancer, and now we can add alcohol and general cancer to the association list. A new … [Read more...] about Alcohol and Cancer: A Strong Link
Nutrition Faceoff: Kale vs. Spinach
We often talk about including plenty of dark green leafy vegetables in your diet. For this month's nutrition faceoff, we take a closer look at two … [Read more...] about Nutrition Faceoff: Kale vs. Spinach
Turmeric: Health Benefits and How-To
Spring is finally in the air – and as we clean out clutter at home, some are inspired to clean out the body as well. "Spring cleanse" is a popular … [Read more...] about Turmeric: Health Benefits and How-To
