Category: Nutrition and Natural Food Recipes

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Fasting: Are There Health Benefits?

Fasting is gaining increasing attention as a potential method to optimize weight and reverse insulin resistance. Can fasting be a helpful practice on the road to optimal health? Here is a quick overview on fasting, types of fasting, and benefits. Early Studies on Mechanism of Fasting We owe […]

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Going Vegan: Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet

Not all people are conscious about what they eat, and many of us merely consume whatever food we want as long as they’re palatable and can satisfy our hunger. While our food choices are entirely personal, some people — the vegan society — view them as a way […]

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Carnivore Diet: Meat and Its Environmental Impacts

by Julian Dollente, RN, Edited by Christopher M. Cirino, DO MPH When did humans start eating meat? There was a time in our history when grazing animals were more abundant than digestible plant foods. And because humans adapt to their environment, our human ancestors — known as hominids […]

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Good Hydration: Water as Therapy

The human body can survive for weeks without food. But it can only endure a few days without water (H2O). In the US and other developed countries, most people take for granted their access to water. An estimated 1.1 billion people in developing countries struggle with inadequate access […]

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Apple Cider Vinegar: Facts, Maybes and Myths

When you crush apples and ferment the juice, you get Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV). Over the years, ACV has gained popularity due to its perceived health benefits. Many individuals in the natural health community refer to it as a superfood. While it is true that ACV may be […]

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The Keto Diet: Is it Ideal for Diabetes?

by Ayotola Ogunsipe, Edited by Christopher M. Cirino, DO MPH There are many different approaches to starting a low-carb diet. One option that has garnered significant interest over the years is the ketogenic diet (Keto). This diet is a high-fat, low-carb eating pattern that can help someone to […]

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