Although research shows that most of us are upping our fruit intake, are we eating the right types of fruit? People tend to stick with what they know-bananas, apples, oranges, and the occasional serving of strawberries or blueberries. Here are five fruits you may not have tried which can be considered the “new super fruits”.
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The New Super Fruits
July 07, 2008
Is Sunscreen Harmful?
June 23, 2008
There is no question that prolonged and excessive sun exposure can cause skin cancer . But does sunscreen prevent it? Surprisingly, sunscreen may actually be causing more harm than good.
Antioxidants in Coffee Prevent Fatal Disease
June 16, 2008
If you are one of the many people who go running to your coffee machine first thing in the morning, there is good news. According to new studies drinking up to 6 cups of coffee, caffeinated or decaffeinated, will do no harm and may even extend your life span.
Check Bottles and Cans for BPA
June 04, 2008
Bisphenol A (BPA) is a compound commonly found in water bottles, food cans, and baby bottles. Canned foods have been tested and out of the 95 products, 57 contained traces of BPA. Pasta, soup, and baby formula contained the highest levels of this compound. Products containing or made from BPA have been on the market for over 50 years but only in recent months has the safety of this compound been questioned.
The Birth Control Pill
May 20, 2008
The pill is a form of birth control used to prevent pregnancy. They contain low doses of the hormones estrogen and progestin which are similar to a woman’s natural hormones that control her menstrual cycle. Different brands of birth control pills contain different amounts of each of these hormones and many women have to try a few different kinds before finding one that works for her.
5 Reason to Go Raw
April 29, 2008
Eating plenty of raw foods is extremely beneficial to your health and is something that everyone should strive for. Foods that are raw and organic are simply the best types of foods to eat because they contain no additives, only vitamins, minerals, and nutrients.
Optimal Health with Ginseng
April 25, 2008
Ginseng is a perennial plant that is harvested in many areas throughout the world. The Chinese coined the term ginseng from two words that mean “man plant” because of its phallic shape. It is the most commonly used herb of the Orient and many Native American tribes for a variety of different reasons.
Sun Protection Could Save Your Life
April 22, 2008
Although most people know that they should use sunblock, the many dangers of the sun still seem to be overlooked. Skin cancer is now one of the most prominent cancers because people are not protecting themselves properly.
5 Tips to Help Prevent Chronic Disease
April 19, 2008
Chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and heart diseases kill millions of people each year. Fortunately most of them are preventable. Here are five tips on preventing chronic diseases.
Cinnamon Shown to Lower Cholesterol and More
April 17, 2008
Though people have been using spices for years, cinnamon is one of the oldest ones known. It was mentioned in the Bible and history suggests that Egyptians used it thousands of years ago. Though it was mainly used for flavour purposes in ancient times, current research proves that it not only tastes great but yields some amazing health benefits.
Pomegranates May Prevent Cancer
April 15, 2008
Lately the antioxidant power of pomegranates has been highly publicized. You see pomegranate juice in the grocery stores, health supplements that are pomegranate based, and juice companies promoting the amazing benefits of this trendy fruit. So what is all the hype about?
Broccoli Most Likely to Prevent Cancer
April 10, 2008
We have all heard how great broccoli is for you, and our mothers have been telling us to eat it for years. But exactly what is so great about this green vegetable and what is it doing for us?
Keeping Bones Healthy
April 08, 2008
Bones are made up of both living tissue and non living substances. The part of the bone that is “alive” is made up of nerves, collagen, blood vessels, and other living cells. Bones also contain osteoblasts and osteoclasts. Osteoblasts help form bone structure, and osteoclasts eat the old bone away.
Grape Seed Extract Lowers Cholesterol and More
April 01, 2008
The nutritional benefits of grapes are well known throughout the world, even throughout history. Egyptians, Greeks, and the French have all been noted to have consumed this fruit for thousands of years, usually in the form of wine.
Mysterious Powers of Garlic
March 27, 2008
Though garlic has traditionally been used for various things such as burials, treating bites, and even to be prayed on-it does have even more amazing health properties that everyone can benefit from.
Consider Going Vegetarian
March 19, 2008
If going vegetarian sounds doubtful to you, consider these facts. A pig is much smarter than a dog, and even smarter than a three year old child. Furthermore, eating meat products, especially pork , can be detrimental to your health meat contains high levels of bad cholesterol and saturated fat.
3 Major Health Benefits of Eggs
March 13, 2008
Although Easter is on the way, eggs can be used for more than just decorating. They are an excellent food choice for many reasons, three of which are listed below:
Understanding Alcohol Abuse
February 27, 2008
Alcohol is one of the largest drug addictions in our world today. Most of us are guilty of a few drinks a week, but others tend to indulge even more often and do not see this as a problem, perhaps because alcohol is considered socially acceptable in most societies.
Diet Reduces Risk of Breast Cancer
February 18, 2008
One in twenty seven women will die from breast cancer. It is a scary statistic, and one that will hopefully be on the decline with the amount of research being done to find a cure.
There's A Reason Popeye Ate Spinach
February 13, 2008
We all know that leafy green vegetables are good for you, but spinach is actually more nutritious than most of this category because of its nutrient content. Spinach is in season throughout March to May and September to October but is available all throughout the year.










