We’re puppy-sitting in our house and found out quickly that she loves to chew on leaves and sticks. Before we just let her do her thing, we decided to do some research about what houseplants are poisonous for her. Many of us have pets in our homes that are really part of our family. Just as we […]
Okra Health Benefits
August 1, 2010 by · 8 Comments
It’s important to get several servings of vegetables in our diet each day. There are so many types of vegetables available that it can be hard to keep track of them all. There are some vegetables that we rarely think about. People usually go for the more common vegetables like green beans, broccoli, carrots, and […]
The Health Benefits Of Sorrel
July 28, 2010 by · 8 Comments
Every holiday season in Jamaica, a certain type of drink makes an appearance. The main ingredient comes from the sorrel plant. Sorrel is a perennial herb that also goes by the names Narrow-leaved Dock or Spinach Dock. Sorrel tea can be consumed either hot or cold. Sorrel is also used as a dried herb in […]
Symptoms Of Low Vitamin D Levels
July 27, 2010 by ·
There are a massive amount of nutrients that people need in order to stay healthy. One of the more important vitamins that we need is vitamin D. Vitamin D is important for cell growth. Vitamin D helps to maintain the levels of calcium and phosphorus in the blood, and also helps with the body’s ability […]
Little Known Ways to Improve your Walking Technique
July 26, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
Harold is a fitness trainer and a writer who constantly writes about Health News and tips for Big Pond News–one of the biggest websites in Australia. To read more about his works and tips, Click Here. You can predict a runner who will win the race by simply observing his hip. The more control you […]
Oregano Oil Health Benefits
July 25, 2010 by · 1 Comment
Oregano is a very popular spice that has been used for hundreds of years. This spice is mixed into a variety of foods to add a little extra flavor to a dish. Not only is this spice used in foods, but certain parts of the oregano plant can be made into an oil. The wild […]
Coriander – A Green Leaf Full of Life
July 22, 2010 by · 1 Comment
I have recently been taking East Indian cooking lessons from my best friend’s mom. As we cook together, she often chats away regarding the multitude of health benefits the various spices we use possess. At first, I didn’t think much of her free commentary. But one evening, I decided to do some research of my own. I was […]
