The benefits of pet therapy

When patients are ill or injured, the associated stress can lead to anxiety, depression, and decreased satisfaction with the care they receive. Pet therapy—the use of trained animals to benefit patients and improve outcomes—is a way to effectively address...

The Paleo Diet

A Beginner’s Guide Plus Meal Plan The paleo diet is designed to resemble what human hunter-gatherer ancestors ate thousands of years ago. Although it’s impossible to know exactly what human ancestors ate in different parts of the world, researchers believe their...

Mental Health Risks Linked to High Fructose Corn Syrup

Beyond suppressing our metabolism’s cue to stop eating, corn syrup may also affect mood and behavior BY Martha Rosenberg TIMEMarch 7, 2022 If you’re like most people, you’re aware of the prevalence of high fructosecorn syrup (HFCS) in the food supply and the...

Medicinal Properties of Cucumbers

Here are 17 great reasons to eat these undercover fruit BYGreenMedInfo TIMESeptember 28, 2021 The humble cucumber can keep your body cool and hydrated, even as it prevents diseases such as diabetes. Eat them raw and you get a juicy crunch. Pickle them in brine and you...

The 13 Healthiest Leafy Green Vegetables

Kale is considered one of the most nutrient-dense vegetables on the planet due to its many vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. For example, one cup (67 grams) of raw kale packs 684% of the Daily Value (DV) for vitamin K, 206% of the DV for vitamin A and 134% of the...

Flaxseed

Health Benefits of Flaxseed With its mild, nutty flavor and crisp, crunchy consistency, flaxseed is a versatile ingredient that can enhance the taste and texture of almost any recipe. One way to use this seed is by mixing it into my morning smoothie. It also makes an...