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Coconut lime detox smoothie
Smoothies are a great way to get the nutrition you and your body needs to thrive into a delicious drink that you love. One of the biggest benefits of smoothies versus juices is that smoothies keep all the healthy fiber from the ingredients intact. This coconut lime detox smoothie is […]
Glowing skin tropical smoothie
Smoothies combine deliciously healthy ingredients into a convenient and nutritious drink. This glowing skin tropical smoothie is packed with tropical fruits with natural anti-inflammatory properties and nutrients that will make your skin glow. Let’s take a look at the ingredients in this smoothie. Avocados: They are a certified super food, […]
Mediterranean diet and olive oil reduce breast cancer risk
The Mediterranean diet is well known as a heart healthy diet. It puts emphasis on fresh and organic foods such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes, seeds, herbs and spices. Fats are replaced with healthy fats like organic olive oil and red meat is limited to a few times a month. […]
Mango turmeric anti-inflammatory smoothie
Smoothies are a great way to get the nutrition you and your body needs to thrive into a delicious drink that you love. This mango turmeric anti-inflammatory smoothie is packed with natural compounds like antioxidants and curcumin that lower inflammation naturally. Let’s take a look at the ingredients in this […]
Short sleepers are four times more likely to catch a cold
Sleep deprivation has become an epidemic. The National Health Interview Survey shows that: “Nearly 30% of adults reported an average of ≤6 hours of sleep per day in 2005-2007. In 2009, only 31% of high school students reported getting at least 8 hours of sleep on an average school night.” […]
Wasp venom may kill cancer cells
The social wasp Polybia paulista defends itself with venom, like many wasps and bees. New research now shows that wasp venom may kill cancer cells. The new research from Cell Press shows that a toxin in the venom called MP1 kills cancer cells without harming normal cells. MP1 creates holes […]
Blueberries may fight gum disease
Gum disease is a common condition in the U.S. The condition ranges from gum inflammation to more serious diseases than can cause tissue and bone damage. Gum disease is caused by the bacteria in our mouth, which forms plaque. If plaque is not taken care of, it can turn into […]