(Ocean Robbins) On December 21, 1931, New York City mayor Fiorello LaGuardia, in an attempt to break the mafia’s stranglehold on the industry, made it a crime to sell, display, or possess baby artichokes. Marilyn Monroe, an unknown actress at the time, was crowned California’s “Artichoke Queen” in 1948. The 17th-century Italian painter Caravaggio pulled his sword on a waiter who refused to tell him if the artichokes on his plate had been cooked in oil or butter. In the 16th century, Catherine de Medici scandalized the court of her husband, the French king Henry II, by eating artichokes, since they were considered powerful aphrodisiacs and were forbidden to women.
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The DHA Regimen
(Lance Schuttler) As it is known in the medicine, nutrition and wellness fields, there are many different regimens or programs out there that can be used for a variety of reasons as they relate to human health.
5 Top Foods for Eye Health
(Natural Blaze) Do you find yourself squinting and straining to read the daily news and wondering why the writing on menus has become so small? Are you interested in keeping your vision sharp no matter what your age? If so, these five best foods for eye health are a natural way to give your vision a boost from the inside out!
Collards: Benefits, Concerns, & Uses of These Highly Nutritious Greens
(Ocean Robbins) In August 1960, five British teenagers calling themselves the “Silver Beatles” landed themselves a gig in Germany. The youngest, George Harrison, had to lie about his age to receive a work visa. They were to play six days a week in Hamburg’s Indra club, typically finishing their seven-hour sets around three in the morning, for which they received about $50 a week. They were given free lodging backstage in a nearby movie theater, next to the toilets. Their first night, they played when the main act, a stripper, took her breaks.
Personalized Nutrition: Researchers Identify Connection Between Genetic Variation and Gut Bacteria
(Virgilio Marin) Researchers uncovered a previously unknown link between genetic variation and gut bacteria which could help nutritionists personalize their recommendations. In a paper published in the journal Cell Host & Microbe, American and Egyptian researchers reported that having many copies of the gene alpha-amylase 1 (AMY1) is associated with increased populations of gut bacteria that play an important role in digestive and oral health.
Brain Memory Signals Linked to Blood Sugar Levels
(Neuroscience News) A set of brain signals known to help memories form may also influence blood sugar levels, finds a new study in rats.
Moringa Is Known As “The Miracle Tree” and Supports Health In Numerous Ways
(Ascent Nutrition) Dating back to ancient Ayurvedic textbooks written in Sanskrit, Moringa is often regarded in traditional medicine as a miracle tonic and has been called “the Miracle Tree.” Western culture has a lot to learn from this small yet nutrient dense tree. Related Berberine Activates the “Master Metabolic Switch” AMPK and Is a Huge Bio-Hack […]
“Malaysian Ginseng” Tongkat Ali Is Nature’s Hormone Optimizer and Vitality Inducer
(Ascent Nutrition) Most people today looking to rev up their workouts or sex life should be familiar with the popular adaptogen Ginseng, spanning across each continent, there is home to several different species of this root. Today we will be taking a look at Tongkat ali, better known as Malaysian Ginseng or Longjack. Keep reading to […]
Can Dogs Eat Oatmeal? 10 Human Foods Your Dog Can Eat
(Anthony McLennan) ‘Can dogs eat oatmeal’ is a question a lot of people ask; we answer that and provide you with a convenient list of other ‘human’ food which is healthy for your pup.
Healthy Starters and Appetizers for All Occasions
(Ocean Robbins) The appetizer is making a comeback! For a long time, appetizers were mainly for fancy, multi-course sit-down dinners — and as finger foods at cocktail parties. For most of us, they weren’t part of our everyday life. But just as many of us are consuming media in smaller and smaller chunks — and getting our news in “soundbites” — many people are taking a liking to the sampling of lighter and more convenient food fare. And while decreased attention spans might not be anything to celebrate, the move toward lighter and more varied meals can be good for our enjoyment of life and our health — if we make those appetizers healthy.
What is Miso? Introducing a Longevity Food of the Blue Zones
(Ocean Robbins) It’s a comfort food that’s good for you… A salty food that may improve heart health… A peaceful culinary offering to the West from the son of an impoverished warrior… If these sound too good to be true, allow me to introduce you to the delicious, versatile, and wonderful Japanese condiment called miso.
Science Proves That Fluoridated Water Damages Children
(Clear News Wire) While it may be argued that continuing to use fluoridate toothpaste and mouthwash is beneficial in helping to prevent dental caries, lacing entire water supplies with the stuff is overtly anti-science, no matter how one dices it.
Top 5 Nutrients For Mitochondrial Support and Energy Production
What are the top 5 nutrients for mitochondrial support and energy production? In this article, we’ll discuss what we believe are five fantastic nutrients to consider adding into your diet.
Coca-Cola Caught Red-handed — Again
(Dr. Joseph Mercola) The Coca-Cola Company is no stranger to sneaky tactics. In addition to the scary health dangers of their namesake product that they actively attempt to hide, the soda giant has been caught influencing health policy and undermining public health initiatives — again.
The Nutritional Value Of Light
(Jacob Devaney) Light has a profound affect on our mood and our physiology, it also nourishes many of the plants that give us sustenance. Yet, how often do we consciously consider light as part of a healthy diet? Here is a mindful approach to using light to nourish your body, mind, and spirit.