Large Scale Study Shows Coffee Prevents Cancer

Coffee is known to have anti-cancer properties as researchers have found that coffee drinkers are typically 50% less likely to get specific cancers than nondrinkers. Several studies have found ties to lower rates of breast and rectal cancers. A large-scale cohort study of nearly 1,000 cancer patients has shown coffee prevents the recurrence of colon cancer.






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First Ground Breaking Study Shows How Rhodiola Rosea Protects People From Viral Infections

Also known as arctic root or golden root, Rhodiola Rosea has already been clinically shown to stimulate serotonin, norepinephrine and dopamine activity, and support healthy neurotransmitter balance, but human trials have now shown the the herb protects against viral infection.


Golden Root, Rhodiola Rosea is a natural healer that is easy to grow





Arctic Root is a plant indigenous to

They're back! Farmer's Market Tomatoes

Small organic tomatoes I purchased yesterday






Yesterday I arrived at my local Tahoe City farmer's market just as it was closing.  I was delighted to see the first of the summer tomatoes were in.  They were small, but as it turned out later, tasty.  I grabbed a bagful and began planning dinner.

In a few weeks we'll have these! (Photo from last year's market.)  



And these!  (Also

Is Apple Cider Vinegar That Powerful of a Health Tonic? Science Says Yes

One of the most traditional cures for almost anything is apple cider vinegar. Over the centuries, the ancient folk remedy is touted to relieve just about any ailment you can think of including diabetes, obesity and even cancer. Here's what science has found.

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) became well known in the U.S. in the late 1950s, when it was promoted in the best-selling book Folk Medicine:

10 of The Most Functional Foods In The World Which Destroy Cancer Cells

Many specific proteins, enzymes and coding within our immune system may be activated to kill cancer cells. There is no such thing as a cancer cell that cannot be defeated by the human immune system. The difference between cancers that grow and those that don't are what we put in our bodies to prohibit their growth. Proteins can be rendered ineffective if cells experience uncontrolled growth

9 Herbs and Spices That Heal - We Need To Talk More About Their Power

It's time to turn your spice rack into a medicine cabinet. Herbs and spices hold much higher antioxidant values than foods and they can add incredible taste especially when used correctly with the right dishes. Personal chef and registered dietician Diane Hendricks shares her top picks.





Red Pepper or Cayenne -- Great for adding heat and color to just about any dish, cayenne pepper or

20 Health Benefits of Thyme Oil you may not know

Thyme is an incredibly potent yet simple herb affecting multiple systems in the body and capable of treating dozens of diseases. It contains one of the strongest antioxidants known and is proven to kill 98% of breast cancer cells.









Oil of thyme is derived from thyme, also known as Thymus vulgaris. The perennial herb, a member of the mint family, is used in aromatherapy, cooking,

Which One Is Healthier, Oranges or Orange Juice? Which do you like?

There's a lot more to making juice than simply squeezing some citrus. Fruit juices have come under fire in recent years for a high sugar content, but scientists say the whole picture is not so clear cut. They found that, although juices reduced the level of carotenoids, vitamin C and flavornoids present, they improved bioaccessibility (how much the body can absorb and use). But that's not the

Salmon and Omega-3's

Getting enough omega-3 fatty acids is essential if you are fighting inflammation. 





Here's how it works. Our bodies need both omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.  And in fact, we do actually need to have more omega-6s than omega-3s, by about 4:1.  Somewhere between 1:1 and 4:1 is the balanced ratio that keeps inflammation at bay.  However, our modern diets deliver proportionally way more

What is this "inflammation" we keep talking about?

You may have noticed that we are often talking about a disease preventing and healing anti-inflammation diet. 





You may be wondering, just what is inflammation?

First of all, we're not referring to the inflammation you get, for example, when you cut your finger and it gets red and swollen and slightly inflamed or infected.When we speak about inflammation, we speak about the

Kale and Red Cabbage Salad

This salad is a fresh, tasty, healthy and keeps beautifully! The best part is that it has so much going on, it easily makes a satisfying meal. Full of nutrient dense kale and cabbage, pumpkin seeds and dried cranberries, you can really sink your teeth into this one.








Kale is one of the greens that you should be including in your diet. Kale is a nutritional star! Full of fiber,

5 Trends You Will See Intensify in 2015

We are creatures of habit and when things go wrong we play the blame game, whether it be directed to ourselves or others. The coming year will be shaped by an increased sense of personal responsibility and rising numbers of people divided on critical issues related to our food supply, our water, our medicine, our health and the planet itself. 








All nations on Earth are now living in the

10 Foods You Must Know About For Skin Health

There are many foods beneficial for our skin, but few match the nutrient capabilities of the following in terms of cleansing, moisturizing, regeneration, antioxidant, UV protection, strengthening and rejuvenation.


1) LEMONLemon is a fruit of all seasons and almost always finds place on your kitchen shelf or refrigerator. With its vitamin C content, its juice will keep your skin beautiful. A

A Pretty Holiday Salad--And it's Packed with Super Healing Foods

This time of year, we're loving pomegranates!  They are packed with super healing powers, plus they add just the right festive color for holiday dishes.




 

 





There is so much rich food around during the holidays.  Why not simplify with a beautiful, health-promoting and delicious salad.  The best thing about this salad is that it is so holiday-right that you can bring it to a

The Wonders of Chilli Peppers: They May Prevent Cancer and Extend Lifespan By 30 Percent

Capsaicin found in chili peppers is known to promotes fat
burning and increase metabolism, but researchers are now showing
evidence that they kill cancer cells and may even extend lifespan.



Can Chili Peppers Extend your Lifespan?


 Past research suggested that spicing food with chilies can lower blood pressure in people with that condition, reduce blood cholesterol and ease the

The 11 Most Significant Factors Guaranteed To Depress Your Immune System

From our environment, to our food, medicine and lifestyle, we are surrounded by things that depress our immune system. Knowing the culprits can make a big difference in how long and how often you encounter illness.


Get Healthy Learn what to Avoid




1. Sugar

Sucrose suppresses the immune system, leads to weight gain and leaches precious minerals from your body. Even in small amounts, sugar

Citrus Juices Found To Contain Antioxidant Capacities Ten Times Higher Than Previously Measured

The antioxidant activity of citrus juices and
other foods is undervalued. A new technique developed by researchers
from the University of Granada for measuring this property generates
values that are ten times higher than those indicated by current
analysis methods. The results suggest that tables on the antioxidant
capacities of food products that dieticians and health

Not All Yogurts are the Same

Yogurt?  I make my own.  I know that sounds crazy, but I have my reasons.  And I think they're good ones.

It's all about gut health--  More and more nutritional healing research is pointing clearly in the direction of gut health.  Yes, gut health...not very glamorous sounding, but your overall good health relies on it.  Gut health refers to the delicate balance in our guts between good

These 9 Spices Decrease Triglyceride Levels By 30 Percent

Spices and Herbs improve your Health


Antioxidant-rich spices and herbs could help to
improve triglyceride concentrations and other blood lipids, according to
new research.






Published in Nutrition Today,
the paper analyses the metabolic effects of herbs and spice blends --
focusing in particular on the potential cardiovascular benefits of the
ingredients

Why You'll Want to Make Broth from Your Leftover Turkey - The Healing Power of Bone Broth

I don't know about your house, but mine has had the fragrant smell of turkey cooking in one form or another for several days now.  Due to some scheduling challenges, we had our family celebration on Wednesday, so I started then with the turkey and each day since there has been one form or another of leftover turkey.  Not only that, but I stuffedd and roasted a chicken last Saturday night