The Best Foods for Libido and How They Work
Many things in modern life lower our libido levels. This is especially true with the amount of stress we have in our daily lives. Other lifestyle habits also influence our libido. But there is evidence that certain lifestyle choices we make can actually have a positive influence on our libido. So instead of going for…
How to Stop Bad Breath With 10 Dietary Tips
There is no substitute for good dental hygiene. Bad oral health is the source of 90% of cases of bad breath. This usually comes from poor oral hygiene in general, periodontal disease, unclean dentures, faulty tooth restorations, tongue coat, oral carcinomas, and throat infections. Bad breath can be a serious turnoff. If you or someone…
Treating Gum Disease Naturally
Gum disease or as professionally known as Periodontal disease is an inflammatory condition affecting the tissues surrounding the teeth. The early stage of gum disease is called gingivitis, whereby the gums become swollen, red, and may bleed when touched. If this condition is allowed to deteriorate, it may become periodontitis, a more serious form of…
How to treat hair loss with diet and supplements
Hair loss is a clear sign of some deficiency in your diet. This deficiency can be of specific nutrients, or overall calorie deficiency or a macronutrient deficiency such as protein deficiency. Hair follicles are among the most metabolically active in the body. They require constant and proper nutrition to support their growth. Research shows…
Allergies vs. Intolerances, and Natural Treatments That May Help
A true allergy: There are four types of reactions to allergens, including: 1. An immediate and acute reaction. It is the most common form of an allergic reaction, but it is still uncommon among the global population. An anaphylactic reaction releases histamine, serotonin, bradykinin, and lipid mediators, which may damage tissues and organs. Anaphylaxis involves…
The best food combining principles and why
We all know how specific foods can provide health benefits. (1) There is much research about food combining, and in fact, food combining was my first interest when I came into the field of nutrition at the age of 15. I then went to my local library to find the different digestive times of proteins,…
Ulcerative Colitis Remission With Diet and Supplements
Ulcerative colitis (UC) is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes long-lasting inflammation and ulcers in the digestive tract (1). The disease leads to malabsorption of nutrients, macro- or micronutrient deficiencies, severe weight loss, and osteoporosis [2-6]. The disease often begins gradually and may become worse over time. Most people who have ulcerative colitis have…
5 Great Meals That Help Relieve Stress and Anxiety
Since the coronavirus had us locked down at home, we had to become more creative with the foods we make, especially with children. We had to opt for easy recipes that do not use too many ingredients but are still very tasty and full of nutrients. During this period I aimed to ensure that all…
Epileptic Seizures – How Nutrition Can Help
For people suffering from epilepsy, a balanced whole-food, mostly plant-based diet, whereby eating a variety of foods from mostly plant food groups, is vital as this diet helps the body function at its best. It also helps reduce the frequency of seizures. Food choices and nutrient content of foods is also crucial for more control…
Are Pea and Soy Protein Isolates Healthy Meat Alternatives?
The heightened popularity of vegetarian and plant-based diets has likely led to the increased availability of plant-based proteins, with the most popular being pea and soy proteins. What Are Pea and Soy Protein Isolates Soy protein isolate is a powder food that has been isolated from other ingredients of the soybean, making it 90-95% protein…
How to stay healthy and sane during the coronavirus lockdown
The world is in crisis right now, but that doesn’t mean that you have to be in crisis as well. Most of us are stuck at home, which may be a real change. We cannot go out except for a local food store in some places. And even if you do get to the supermarket,…
How To Help Your Body Heal From The Coronavirus
As the cases of coronavirus infection increase around the world, people want to take control back over their situation. So is there something that can be done? The answer is YES! The symptoms of the coronavirus, which include fever, coughing, sneezing, and shortness of breath, are the precise mechanisms that help this virus spread so…
7 Tips to Control Weight Gain While in COVID-19 Lockdown:
There currently are over 3 billion people around the world in coronavirus lockdown. Normal routines are cast aside, and regular activities are not possible. For most people, these unprecedented and unsettling circumstances lead to excessive visits to the refrigerator. Many people are complaining about weight gain because they are at home all day with nothing…
Are Collagen Supplements Good for the Skin and Are They Healthy?
Collagen is a protein found in the human body, and it is the most abundant protein that most mammals have. It has several functions, but the most common one is as a component of connective tissues to support them. Connective tissues exist in many parts of the body parts like the muscles, ligaments, tendons, the…
10 Nutritional And Lifestyle Recommendations That Can Reduce The Symptoms Of ADHD
Living with ADHD can be disruptive to everyday life, but its symptoms can be tamed with nutrition and a few lifestyle changes. The classical core symptoms of ADHD include short attention span, impulsivity, distractibility, and poor impulse control or hyperactivity (although not in all cases). I have personally found that these symptoms can be tamed through…