Kidney stones are basically hard deposits made of salts and minerals that form within your kidneys. There are many causes of kidney stones and they can affect any part of your urinary tract; from your kidneys to your bladder. The passing of kidney stones can be very painful, but do not cause permanent damage if recognized within reasonable time. Here Evangelyn Rodriguez, NaturalNews.com, reflects on a study of preventing kidney stones with use of the golden dewdrop herb: "The prevalence and … [Read more...] about Prevent Kidney Stones With Golden Dewdrop Herb, Says Study

There are consumers who consider honey a greater healthy alternative to sugar. The better quality honey is high in antioxidants. There are many common types of honey available for use. Although honey has a high sugar and calorie content, it is considered a much better choice. Here Kaitlyn Berkheiser, HealthLine.com, reflects on the many health benefits and uses of acacia honey: "Acacia honey is produced by bees who pollinate the flowers of the black locust tree, native to North America and … [Read more...] about Potential Health Benefits of Acacia Honey.

If your mother told you to drink milk to keep your bones strong, that was sound advice. Good bone health starts with good nutrition. Your body needs protein, minerals and vitamins to make and regenerate bone. Even though as an adult you might not still be drinking milk, there are plenty of other ways to get the nutrients needed for bone health, as previously noted. Here Grace Olson, Natural.news, reflects on boosting bone health with boron: "Boron is a mineral naturally present in foods like … [Read more...] about Foods Rich in Boron Could Help Treat or Prevent Osteoporosis

Foods with fewer calories and more volume can fill you up more than foods with more calories and less volume. They stretch the stomach, and the stomach's stretch receptors signal the brain to stop eating, as previously noted. Here Melissa Groves, HealthLine.com, reflects on whether rice cakes are good for you: Rice cakes were a popular snack during the low-fat craze of the 1980s — but you may wonder whether you should still be eating them. Made from puffed rice pressed together into a … [Read more...] about Surprising Nutrition and Health Effects of Rice Cakes

Mushrooms provide a mix of healthy nutrients and vitamins, such as niacin, copper, riboflavin, and selenium. The texture and savory flavor of mushrooms also make excellent substitutes for meat. Varieties of functional mushrooms, such as cordyceps, lion's mane, reishi, and chaga, will be present in products such as, teas, coffees, smoothies, and bottled water, as part of a growing trend previously noted. Here Gavin Van De Walle, MS, RD, HealthLine.com, reflects on science backed benefits of … [Read more...] about Cordyceps Science Based Health Benefits

Onions are a staple ingredient in the kitchen. It belongs to the Allium family of flowering plants, and is cousin to another kitchen staple – garlic. Onions are rich in powerful sulfur-containing compounds responsible for their pungent smell, as well as their health benefits. Whether it’s white, yellow, red or purple, and green – all onion varieties are shown to be a healthy addition to your diet, as previously mentioned. Here Rose Lidell, Food.news, reflects on eating alliums to reduce the risk … [Read more...] about Alliums May Be A Tasty Way To Reduce Colorectal Cancer

Wellness and health experts have been proclaiming for years: the healthiest foods are sometimes the most “common” kitchen staples. Items that we purchase on a regular basis are now being studied and found to contain numerous health benefits. For this season’s superstar, let’s pass the laurel wreath to broccoli. Nutritionists state that one serving of broccoli makes for 73 percent of our daily recommended vitamin C intake, and can significantly reduce the risk of different types of cancer while … [Read more...] about Broccoli Sprouts Can Help Fight Stomach Cancer and Gastritis