Could Your Health Issues Actually Be Nutrient Deficiencies?
Could Your Health Issues Actually Be Nutrient Deficiencies? Many nutrition professionals generally advise that a healthful, balanced diet can provide most people with the nutrients essential for good health. Fruit and vegetables naturally contain a number of beneficial nutrients, such as vitamins, minerals, fiber, antioxidants and other biologically active components - or phytochemicals. In fact, it has been documented that consumption of at least 5 servings per day is linked
Detox Diets and Body Cleanses: Are They Even Safe?
Detox Diets and Body Cleanses: Are They Even Safe? Detox diets…body cleanses…colon cleanses…bowel cleanses… You’ve probably heard all of these terms used in reference to “ridding your system of unhealthy toxins” -- but what do these terms actually mean? Do you really need to be on a ‘detox diet’ or ‘cleansing’ your body? Are programs and products marketed as detoxes and cleanses even safe to do? To start us off, all of these terms get a LOT of hype in the media, and people te
Should You Avoid Food Colors & Dyes?
Should You Avoid Food Colors & Dyes? Despite the growing trend of healthier and safer food products being introduced into the marketplace, you might be surprised to learn that the consumption of artificial food colors, has been increasing over the years, especially among packaged products marketed to children. Food colors and dyes have been around since the mid-1800’s and were originally created from coal tar – today, they are typically made from petroleum. (yum!) Many food m
What is a ‘Health Halo’ (and are my foods wearing one?)
What is a ‘Health Halo’? If you’re trying to eat healthier, you already know you should be including lots of fruit, vegetables, lean protein, and whole grains. But when you step into a grocery store, things get a bit more complicated. The majority of store shelves are crammed with a tempting assortment of pre-packaged and convenience foods. So, how do shoppers know which foods are healthy options? Most people turn to nutrition and health claims found on food packaging labels
