Superfood Spotlight: Benefits of Beetroot

Superfood Spotlight: Benefits of Beetroot

?: @culturekitty Beets are a powerful superfood. Its reddish-brown betalains are powerful antioxidants that protect the walls of arteries. Trimethylglycine detoxifies homocysteine; elevated homocysteine is implicated in clogged arteries. The natural nitrates create nitric oxide, responsible for healthy blood flow, heart and circulatory health, and 

Did you know that Cocoa can actually benefit your health?

Did you know that Cocoa can actually benefit your health?

by Nicole Crane, B.S., NTP Chocolate is one of nature’s most powerful superfoods. But it’s benefits can be reversed when milk, cholesterol from milk solids and enormous amounts of refined sugars are added (i.e. the chocolate we all know and love!). What is Cocoa? Cocoa 

Meta-analysis says Omega-3 Supplements may Slash Cardiac Death Risk

Meta-analysis says Omega-3 Supplements may Slash Cardiac Death Risk

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), cardiac death accounts for about two-thirds of all cardiovascular disease deaths in the United States. This new meta-analysis on omega-3 supplements is reportedly the first to include cardiac death as a primary endpoint, and the 

Harvard: 11 Foods That Lower LDL-Cholesterol

Harvard: 11 Foods That Lower LDL-Cholesterol

It is easy to eat your way to high cholesterol levels. But it may also be easy to lower LDL-cholesterol by changing the foods that you eat.

Does Iron Provide Protection Against Heart Disease?

Does Iron Provide Protection Against Heart Disease?

New research suggests that iron may have a protective effect against heart disease, which could pave the way for new treatments in the future. What is Heart Disease? Cardiovascular Disease (CVD), known as heart disease, is related to Atherosclerosis, a condition that develops when plaque 

New Study says Turmeric (Curcumin) May Help Manage Diabetes

New Study says Turmeric (Curcumin) May Help Manage Diabetes

Turmeric, Curcuma longa, is a powerful herb that is native to India. It is a bright yellow/orange spice that is commonly found in foods like curry. The health world is buzzing about this herb due to its high levels of curcuminoids, or curcumin. Curcumin is