Gout is a type of arthritis that occurs when too much uric acid builds up in the body, causing crystals to form in joints. The joints become inflamed and painful. Drinking too much alcohol or eating large amounts of dried beans, liver, meat, and shellfish can precipitate a gout flare. Many people report a gout … Read More
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We love to try new foods. Some are great. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think. Zevia soda gives zero a new definition. The brand has no calories, no sugar, no artificial sweeteners, no phosphoric acid, no artificial flavors, and is color free. All flavors are Non-GMO Project Verified, Certified Vegan, Certified Gluten-free, … Read More
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BCAA stands for branched-chain amino acids which include leucine, isoleucine and valine. Research suggests that BCAA may delay mental fatigue for endurance athletes but there is not enough evidence to suggest athletes should use a BCAA supplement. Eating foods rich in BCAA may be smart for athletes but for reasons other than reducing fatigue. Leucine … Read More
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We love to try new foods. Some are great. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think. Pure was founded in 2006 to provide healthy snacks for the founder’s vegetarian daughter. All Pure snacks are USDA Organic, Certified Gluten Free, NonGMO Project Verified, kosher (OU) and soy and dairy free. New to the Pure … Read More
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The Spanish call it a siesta. Winston Churchill, Thomas Edison, Bill Clinton, Yogi Berra and Margaret Thatcher were all faithful nappers who relied on this midday pause. A study reported at the European Society of Cardiology showed that midday naps lower blood pressure. The study participants, almost 400 adults with high blood pressure, who napped … Read More
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We enjoy trying new kitchen gadgets. Some are great. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think. When we first heard about these products we were skeptical, but they work. Food Huggers and Bowl Huggers were designed by two women who were tired of discarding half a piece of fruit or … Read More
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With the global increase in obesity and diet-related diseases, such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease, there is renewed interest in Palaeolithic diets with a meat-centered approach to eating. It is believed by many that meat eating kick-started human brains to develop into larger and more complex organs which gave humans the edge on … Read More
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We love to try new foods. Some are great. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think. Trying different cooking oils not only adds new tastes but they provide a different nutrition profile than the oil you typically use. All these brands are healthy alternatives to traditional choices and worth a try. … Read More
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Advocates of ethical consumption want people to consider the costs to humans and the environment when they purchase products. But only 1 in 4 people are willing to spend more on ethical products. Why are some committed to this idea and others are not? Ahir Gopaldas, a researcher at Fordham University, wanted to understand what motivated … Read More
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We love to try new foods. Some are great. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think. As more people look for gluten free foods, companies are developing better and better products that are wheat free. Some gluten free breads and rolls crack and crumble, especially when toasted, because the gluten … Read More
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