Vitamin B6: Benefits, Sources, and RDA

Did you know that Vitamin B6 can play an important role in influencing your mood? Learn more about the benefits, sources, and RDA of B6 in this informative one minute video by Howcast.

The Health Benefits of Coconut Milk!

Check out this short video by HealingPowerHour to find out about the many health benefits of coconut milk!

3 Things To Know About Chocolate!

1. Cocoa Rich Dark Chocolate Has The Most Health Benefits
The health benefits in chocolate come from flavonoids and antioxidants found in real cocoa. Milk chocolate, white chocolate, and most commercial candy bars have very little of it. Also many heavily processed commercial brands replace the healthier cocoa fats with milk fats and hydrogenated oil, as well as adding lots of extra sugar and chemicals. Try to look for chocolate bars that say sixty percent cocoa or higher.

2. Cocoa Is Great For Your Heart
Cocoa contains flavonoids which studies suggest can significantly reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke by lowering blood pressure. It also contains the heart healthy mineral magnesium.

3. Chocolate Can Improve Your Mood
Cocoa can improve your mood by increasing serotonin levels in your brain. Cocoa can also boost  endorphins which trigger a sense of pleasure and help relieve pain.

4 Foods That May Help Relieve Nausea!

Are you looking for a natural remedy for nausea? Here are four foods that can help!

1. Ginger

Ginger contains phytochemicals such as gingerol which help to prevent nausea and vomiting. These chemicals help relieve nausea by promoting the secretion of saliva in the mouth and also promoting the secretion of enzymes in the stomach that help to neutralize stomach acids. Try drinking a cup of ginger tea, sucking on a piece of ginger candy, or eating a few gingersnaps. Ginger can also be taken in supplement form. 

2. Peppermint

The menthol in peppermint provides a cooling sensation in the mouth and stomach that helps relieve nausea by relaxing the digestive muscles. Peppermint also has pain relieving properties. Try drinking some peppermint tea or having some peppermint candy or gum.

3. Saltine Crackers

Starchy foods like saltine crackers can help to relieve nausea by absorbing excess stomach acid. Other starchy foods to try include rice, potatoes, and pretzels.

4. Apples

Apples contain fiber which can help flush nausea causing substances from your stomach. If you are having trouble eating solid foods try some applesauce or apple juice instead.

The Gorgeous Miranda Kerr Shares Her Morning Smoothie Recipe!

In this short video, supermodel Miranda Kerr reveals how she kick-starts her day with a smoothie full of superfoods. Check it out!

The Health Benefits of Avocados

Find out about the many health benefits of avocados in this short video by Margaux Rathbun!

3 Great Reasons To Eat Carrots!

Besides being delicious, carrots are low in calories, high in nutrition, and good for your health. Well-known naturopath and author of How to Prevent and Treat Cancer with Natural Medicine Dr. Michael Murray even calls carrots "the king of the vegetables." Here are just three reasons to feel great about eating carrots!

1. Carrots May Reduce The Risk Of Disease
Carrots are high in carotenoids. Carotenoids are a group of powerful antioxidants including beta-carotene and alpha-carotene and are associated with a wide range of health benefits. High carotene intake has been associated with a lower risk of numerous diseases including cardiovascular disease and various cancers such as lung, stomach, colon, breast, cervix, pancreatic, bladder, esophageal, and prostate.

2. Carrots Are Good For Your Eyes
According to The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth, carrots are "a great source of lutein and zeaxanthin, two other carotenoids that, when working together, have shown enormous promise in protecting the eyes and helping to prevent macular degeneration and cataracts."

3. Carrots Are A Good Source Of Fiber
Fiber is important in keeping your digestive system working smoothly. High fiber intake has also been linked to lower blood cholesterol levels and a reduced risk of heart disease and stroke.

4 Potential Health Benefits of Poppy Seeds

Poppy seeds may be small in size but they are high in nutrition! Here are just four reasons you may want to consider including a few more of them in your diet.

1. Poppy Seeds Are Rich In Oleic Acid 
Oleic acid is an omega-9 fatty acids that may help in lowering LDL or "bad cholesterol" and raising HDL or "good cholesterol"  blood levels. This can help to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Oleic acid may also help to fight cancer and aid in weight loss.

2. Poppy Seeds Are A Good Source of Dietary Fiber
Fiber is important for a healthy digestive system and a diet high in fiber has also been linked to a lowered risk of diabetes and heart disease.

3. Poppy Seeds Are A Good Source of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Omega-3 fatty acids are important for good health, but since our bodies can't make them we need to get them through food. Check out 3 Good Reasons To Eat More Omega-3 Fatty Acids!

4. Poppy Seeds Are Rich In Minerals
Minerals found in poppy seeds include iron, zinc, magnesium, copper, calcium, potassium, manganese, and phosphorous. All of these are important for good health, and many people are lacking in one or more these in their diet.

Cancer Prevention: The Role of Selenium (Video)

In this short video, Dr. James Meschino explains how selenium can help reduce the risk of cancer. You may also be interested in the related article 7 Foods High In Selenium. However, please know that although selenium has many health benefits, selenium supplements are also associated with an increased risk of skin cancer so people at high risk of skin cancer might want to avoid it.

Chile Lime Grilled Corn on the Cob

This video by somethingediblefilms provides a low fat alternative to Mexican Street Corn that is still high in flavor. We think it looks delicious. Give it a try and let us know what you think!

3 Reasons To Eat Tuna

1. Tuna Contains Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Omega-3 fatty acids are critical for good health, but since our bodies can't make them, we need to get them through food. Omega-3s are important for a healthy heart, brain, and immune system. To learn more about the benefits of eating omega-3 fatty acids check out 3 Good Reasons to Eat More Omega-3 Fatty Acids.

2. Tuna Is A Great Source of Protein
Tuna is a great source of protein and contains significant amounts of all the essential amino acids. It's also fairly low in calories, so eating more tuna is a great way to add more protein to your diet while managing your weight. Tuna provides over 40 grams of high quality protein for under 200 calories! This makes it a popular food choice among body builders and dieters.

3. Tuna Is A Great Source of Selenium
Selenium is a vital trace mineral that plays a critical role in metabolism and proper thyroid function. It may also help to prevent heart disease by lowering bad cholesterol and preventing the buildup of plaque in the arteries. As an antioxidant, selenium may help to prevent cancer and slow the aging process. It is also important for a healthy immune system