5 Health Benefits of Asparagus

May 4, 2012

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Spring is here and asparagus are coming to farmers’ markets (at least here in Canada!)  The fresh green asparagus spears are both delicious and tender, yet filled with health super powers.  5 Health Benefits of Asparagus Anti-inflammatory With its unique combination of nutrients, asparagus is one of the best anti-inflammatory food. Rich in saponins, quercetin, [...]

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5 Reasons to Eat More Sprouts

April 26, 2012

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Sprouts play a big role into raw vegan diet. But you don’t have to be a raw vegan to enjoy all the health benefits associated with sprouts.  And besides their huge health benefits, they are the ultimate locally grown food. 5 reasons to eat more sprouts Huge amounts of enzymes: Experts estimates that sprouts can [...]

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An Introduction To Making Green Smoothies & Their Benefits

April 18, 2012
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Green smoothies are a meal idea that is today becoming more and more familiar to many people. What was once an odd or unheard of green drink to the average person, common only to the raw-vegan community, is today becoming a more visible staple in many Western homes. Green smoothies are gaining in popularity for many [...]

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Top 10 nutrient dense foods to eat regularly

April 5, 2012
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  Our fruits and vegetables are losing their nutrients.  Scientists have first noticed this decline more than 10 years ago, while comparing the mineral concentrations of 20 crops between 1930 and 1980. In fact, a 1936 report to the US Senate states that:  “The alarming fact is that foods – fruits and vegetables and grains [...]

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Top 8 detox foods for beautiful skin

March 29, 2012
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There’s a clear link between skin health and diet. The standard American diet often includes high amounts of refined foods that are high in sugar, salt and saturated fats. In the long run, those foods can trigger an inflammatory response, which can lead to skin problems. On the other hand, some foods are especially good [...]

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Detox Diet Recipe: Vegan Dandelion Risotto

March 21, 2012
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Photo credit Try this delicious gluten free vegan detox recipe to incorporate fresh wild greens to your diet. Wild spring greens like dandelions or nettle are boasting with nutrients and detoxification support compounds.  They protect your liver and help your body to flush out the toxins.  Spring is the best time to incorporate it into [...]

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5 Health Benefits of Kale

March 4, 2012
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Kale could be considered as an ideal food; it’s cheap, tasty, super versatile and incredibly healthy.  Available year round, kale is best during the winter, when the cold makes its flavor milder.  When buying kale, always choose a bunch with dark green, frilly leaves.  To keep it fresh longer and retain the most nutrients, keep [...]

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5 Delicious detox smoothies to shed belly weight and keep you healthy

February 23, 2012
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Who knew that eating fat could help you flatten your belly? Monounsaturated fats, the good for you fats found in avocados as example, are part of a healthy diet regimen that helps you to lose weight, especially belly fat, and keep you healthy. Those delicious, easy to prepare smoothies also combine superfoods to help you [...]

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8 reasons to love lemons

February 15, 2012
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If life give you lemons, than you should be thankful as lemons are among the healthiest fruits ever. Here are 8 reasons to fall in love with lemons It supports your liver detoxification: Fresh lemon juice contains several detoxifying compounds. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice in your morning glass of water to help [...]

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Eyesight and diet

January 31, 2012
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Like any other part of your body, your eyes need nutrients to function. Whether or not you need glasses or contact lenses, there are steps you can take to maintain healthy eyes and prevent eye diseases. This article will give you examples of foods that are good for the eyes, and also of things that [...]

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