Barley grass — the leaf of young stalks of barley — has lots of health benefits, especially for digestion. Its anti-inflammatory properties may explain why it seems to help prevent the development of ulcerative colitis. Barley grass is an excellent source of multiple B vitamins, as well as vitamins C and K, calcium, potassium and other important minerals. It’s also great for detoxification of the body, thanks to its bountiful supply of a antioxidants and chlorophyll. Barley grass makes a great ingredient to juice mixes or smoothies, and can also be bought as a supplement.

Key Takeaways:

• When people want to add more greens to their diet, they usually go for the usual like lettuce and kale. But adding barley grass is equally important.
• Barley grass is important to the diet because it helps the gut in digestion and it supports a healthy gut microbial population.
• Ulcerative colitis, a bowel condition that is due to the inflammation of the bowel, can be prevented by taking barley grass.

"In addition, barley grass is rich in digestive enzymes, which are substances that can help eliminate toxic and indigestible materials in food."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2019-03-31-barley-grass-green-superfood-for-improving-gut-health.html

CBD oil (or cannabinoidiol oil) is a great treatment for cancer and seizures. Many lawmakers are trying to pass a bill to allow it. This would mean people would not have to move to acquire this medical wonder. The CBD is derived from hemp. It does not have psychoactive effects. It relieves pain and nausea. THC is what makes you high. The CBD oil would be low in THC. Many states currently allow it and Idaho is trying to move forward.

Key Takeaways:

• CBD is a drug derived from marijuana and hemp that has shown promise in medicine
• Unlike THC it doesn't contain any psychoactive hallucinogens and isn't used recreationally
• The drug has shown promise in trials for sufferers of various maladies like epilepsy or fibromyalgia.

"The DEA defines hemp and marijuana as different parts of the same cannabis plant. Hemp refers to the stalks and sterilized seeds of the plant that is used for making industrial rope, clothing, paper and other products."

Read more: http://www.wtva.com/content/national/471443444.html?ref=444

This article is a very informative piece on the health of the gut. Talks about all the bacteria in the gut and the way it affects your body. The bacteria in the body that need to be regulated to be healthy and how to put the correct bacteria into your body. Also gives you some macrobiotics options that put the proper bacteria into your body and helps you maintain a healthy gut in the process.

Key Takeaways:

• The gut is not the most exciting part of the body but it's generating a lot of interest at the moment.
• The ability to lose weight can be directly linked to the health of your gut as it's responsible for controlling the amount of calories you absorb.
• Specialist foods, such as the Super 8, can help keep your gut in tip top condition to maintain peak performance and keep you healthy.

"Your levels of ‘good’ bacteria can be altered by many things including poor diet, antibiotics, stressful situations, low quality food, travel tummy, and ageing."

Read more: http://www.advertiser.ie/galway/article/95088/the-benefits-of-a-healthy-gut

Whey protein can do a lot for your body. This talks about the benefits. It can also help you choose the right kind. There are many types of whey protein. It can be hard to choose. There are powders you can add to food or to drinks. There are also ready mixed drinks. If you can choose a good product you'll be happy with the results. Proteins are the building blocks your body needs to make muscle and other things.

Key Takeaways:

• Whey protein has a lot of benefits people will enjoy for themselves. The ability to increase strength and build muscles should not be ignored.
• Athletes will appreciate being able to burn fat with the whey protein. Reduce cravings and stabilize blood sugar levels along the way.
• People will note that they have improved energy and other health advantages too. That may just extend one's life when they are taking the whey protein.

"There are many benefits of whey protein, including its ability to increase strength, build muscles, burn fat, reduce cravings, stabilize blood sugar levels, improve energy, boost glutathione levels and immunity, and extend your life span."

Read more: https://draxe.com/whey-protein/

Supplements can help your body recover from traumas. They are also good to take if you work out a lot. They help your body stay balanced. Sometimes you don't get the right nutrition from your food alone. Supplements add to it so you can stay healthy. Four especially effective supplements are mentioned here. They're ones you may not have thought of before but you'll be glad once you begin taking them because you'll feel better.

Key Takeaways:

• Many athletes understand that the workout recover is one of the most important steps. They need time to recover after an intense training session in the gym.
• Think about using a few workout recover supplements now on the market. People might not have ever thought about using these workout supplements.
• Glutamine and fat burners are at the top of the list for those interested. There is a category of supplements that is often overlooked by those now interested.

"While dudes spend a ton of money on wasteful supplements like BCAAs, Glutamine and fat burners, there exists an overlooked category of supplements that no one talks about- recovery supplements. Only when you maximise your recovery can lift to your maximum potential and hence maximize your gains."

Read more: https://www.mensxp.com/health/supplements/40787-4-effective-workout-recovery-supplements-that-you-never-thought-about-using.html

Cannabis is becoming more popular for the treatment of many diseases and ailments. It is becoming legal in more places as well due to studies which show its effectiveness. This talks about four such studies. If you are leery of cannabis this might ease your mind. It is often helpful. Many people swear by it as a treatment. It also doesn't tend to have many negative side effects the way medications can. It is safer.

Key Takeaways:

• Presently, 29 states and the District of Columbia have regulations in place that allow physicians to recommend medical cannabis to patients, however, dosage and treatment information is lacking.
• There are currently four medical cannabis clinical trials happening in North America, which are assessing the benefits of medical cannabis on Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, PTSD, and brain tumors.
• Hopefully, these new studies will help researchers and physicians determine exact doseages and treatment applications for specific ailments.

"This study will allow researchers to better understand the potential risks and benefits of cannabis use among veterans with PTSD and aid in cannabis-based decision making among patients and their physicians."

Read more: http://www.care2.com/greenliving/4-groundbreaking-studies-on-cannabis-and-disease.html

There are many kinds of veggies out there but not all of them have a good rep. Some are assumed to not taste good. This talks about five which are highly under rated. You should have these as part of your diet, though, for their health benefits. Most veggies contain vitamins and minerals your body needs. This is why a variety is best. You should try to eat different kinds whenever possible. Try to eat many colors of veggies as well.

Key Takeaways:

• Fennel contains high levels of vitamins A and C, which are important antioxidants
• Brussel sprouts contain anti-carcinogenic properties, meaning they are effective in combatting the risk of cancer
• Mushrooms is the only vegetable that contains Vitamin D, which is effective in helping to strengthen bones and combat osteoporosis

"These are the veggies worth watching out for in the grocery isle that offer great health benefits but may not usually be your first choice."

Read more: https://www.warwickdailynews.com.au/news/5-underrated-vegetables-you-should-be-eating/3241007/

Vitamin C has long been known to boost the immune system. It can be found in many foods. This talks about a very potent form. Getting vitamins through food is better than getting pills because your body can better absorb it. Vitamin C is very helpful if you think you may be getting sick. It can help you to heal more quickly. Many take large doses when they feel a cold coming on and report a shorter period of sickness.

Key Takeaways:

• Camu camu is a berry grown in South America that packs a very high level of Vitamin C
• In addition to high Vitamin C levels, camu camu also has many other healthy benefits
• Camu camu is easy to incorporate into one's diet because it can be mixed into water, smoothie, or fruit juice

"This makes it a powerful ally in seasons that make one more prone to sickness and fatigue."

Read more: https://www.naturalnews.com/2017-10-18-the-most-potent-food-source-of-vitamin-c-on-the-planet-and-how-it-can-supercharge-your-health.html

There are many kinds of herbs out there and they help with many ailments. People have used them for millennia in teas and other forms. This talks about stress relief. It gives 10 of the best herbs for this. Stress is a huge problem so it helps to have something to relieve it. Many lives will be improved by this. These herbs ave other great benefits as well so should be part of a healthy diet.

Key Takeaways:

• Introduces a variety of super fruits that a normal person would not have knowledge of.
• Provides price points so the customer can make see that they can afford these fruits
• Uses covert marketing to capitalize on the fruits exotic allure to customers

"Most of us know the benefits of superfoods such as broccoli, kale and goji berries. But now, an expert has revealed how superherbs - such as holy basil, astragalus, and nettle leaves - can significantly improve our health."

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-4948922/Ten-super-HERBS-improve-health.html

Turmeric is a trendy item now. Many people are beginning to add it to their diets. It is supposed to have important health benefits. This talks about how it interacts with the body's beneficial microbes. Since these do matter it is good to kow if what we're eating will have a negative effect on them. If it does you may find your body out of balance. You will be able to feel the difference when that happens.

Key Takeaways:

• Curcuma longa L., commonly known as turmeric, is a rhizomatous herb of the family Zingiberaceae. It is mostly used as a spice, a coloring agent and broadly used in traditional medicine such as Ayurved
• Turmeric rhizomes interact with a large numbers of rhizosphere-associated microbial species, and some enter the plant tissue and act as endophytes.
• Both rhizospheric and endophytic species are directly or indirectly involved in growth promotion and disease management in plants and also play an important role in the modulation of morphological.

"The present review focuses on the rhizobacterial and endophytic bacterial and fungal populations associated with the turmeric."

Read more: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s13205-017-0971-7

Probiotics are good bacteria. They can be found in yogurt and many other foods. They aid digestion and have other benefits. This talks about what they do for women. Men need probiotics too but not as much. Women can benefit a great deal from them so should try to incorporate them into their diet. Wome can't take their health seriously enough. There are many problems which can arise if they don't pay attention to what's going on.

Key Takeaways:

• While both men and women should take probiotics in order to support a healthy digestive system, it is twice as important for women as it is for men.
• Probiotics contain a specific type of bacteria that have many important functions, including breaking down food and fighting disease.
• Often found in yogurt and milk, lactobacillus is a type of probiotic that supports digestion by treating metabolic problems.

"If you have a low probiotic count, you may consider taking probiotic supplements too which are available in the form of pills, liquids or nutritional supplementary powders."

Read more: https://reportshealthcare.com/reasons-women-need-probiotics-men/

There are many kinds of vitamins and your body needs a good balance of them. There are supplements you can take for many of them, or you can change your diet if necessary. This talks about vitamin K in particular. It will give you the facts you nee so you know if you have enough of this important nutrient. If you need more and aren't sure how to get it you can also communicate with a dietician or your doctor.

Key Takeaways:

• Vitamen K can help you maintain blood vessels. It is a fat soluble store in the liver and fat tissues.
• Vitamin K can help you keep your bones healthy and prevent fractures, especially in women.
• Vitamin K helps your body heal wounds. The primary thing is to control clotting.

"Lack of vitamin K in your body can lead to increased bleeding, osteoporosis, and defection in blood clotting."

Read more: http://positivemed.com/2017/09/20/vitamin-k/

High blood pressure is not something to take lightly. It can lead to stroke and heart problems if it is prolonged. There is medicine you can take but there is also a dietary way to help lower it. This talks about four foods you can eat to help you get there. Changing your diet is often a good way to control your health since putting good things into your body will help you to get good out of it.

Key Takeaways:

• Pregnant women with hypertension are two times as likely to develop cardiovascular disease than those that did not have hypertension during pregnancy
• Preventing hypertension through physical activity, diet and regular health checks is key
• Several foods can help prevent hypertension, such as lemon, garlic, banana, and celery

"This study highlights the need for long-term follow-up of women with a history of hypertension during pregnancy to provide early management of risk factors for cardiovascular disease"

Read more: http://www.ndtv.com/food/4-foods-to-keep-high-blood-pressure-in-check-and-prevent-heart-disease-risk-1739973

Oregano is an herb. It is found in many Italian dishes. You can buy it fresh or dried. You can also get oil of oregano. This talks about that specifically. It gives reasons to keep that on hand. There are four good reasons which will make you want to go out and find this for yourself. You'll like using this natural product instead of having to take meds. Not everyone likes those because of their possible interactions with otehr meds and with the body in general.

Key Takeaways:

• Oil of oregano has many uses besides being used for cooking.
• Besides helping with certain sicknesses oil of oregano can be used for other purposes.
• Oil of oregano is very useful, here is how to use it and how to make it.

"Do you carry a bottle of oregano oil with you? Maybe you should."

Read more: http://www.naturalnews.com/2017-07-18-reasons-keep-oil-of-oregano-around-at-all-times.html

Your brain is always going to age but you can control it to some extent. You can never stop it but can slow it down if you want to. You can also speed it up which is bad for you. Diet is the key to this. What you eat does affect parts of your body. It's important to eat the things your brain needs. This talks about that so you can plan a good diet.

Key Takeaways:

• A Mediterranean-type diet may slow Alzheimer's or dementia
• A Mediterranean-type diet is high in fish, vegetables and whole grains
• Certain types of diets may also cause inflammation, which is damaging to the brain

"In the recent study, Gu and colleagues at CUMC found that increased levels of inflammatory biomarkers were associated with more brain atrophy."

Read more: https://psychcentral.com/news/2017/07/18/diet-may-either-slow-or-speed-brain-aging/123397.html

Lots of detox programs show up online. They can help you lose weight or just get unhealthy things out of your body. This talks about one which helps with sugar. Since lots of us consume way too much sugar this is helpful. An expert explains why this is a good idea and how to do it. Detoxing can actually be unhealthy if they're done incorrectly so it's good to get info from someone who knows a lot about the topic.

Key Takeaways:

• If you've read about the latest wellness trends, you may have entertained the idea of a diet detox.
• But whether you've considered juicing, fasting or cleansing in an effort to lose weight or improve your well-being, you're probably aware that drastically cutting out foods is not effective as a long-
• About 10% of the US population are true sugar addicts, according to Robert Lustig, professor of pediatrics and member of the Institute for Health Policy Studies at the University of California, San Fr

"The good news is that even if you're not a true sugar "addict," by eliminating sugar from your diet, you can quickly lose unwanted pounds, feel better and have a more radiant appearance."

Read more: http://www.cnn.com/2017/06/09/health/sugar-detox-food-drayer/index.html

Many things are supposed to cause cancer. Some of them are found in the home and elsewhere in our daily lives. It can be hard to know exactly what to worry about. People worry all the time but don't know all of the dangers. This talks about eleven things you might want to avoid. Cancer can hurt us a great deal. It can even be fatal. Yes, there are treatments but prevention is the most important. Knowing what to avoid can help us stay healthier.

Key Takeaways:

• 39.6% of the population will eventually suffer from cancer. It's one of the main causes of death.
• Genetics, obesity, poor diet, hormonal imbalance, and chronic inflammation, can all cause cancer.
• There are some lesser known causes such as where you live, some viruses and bacteria, scented candles and air fresheners, sunscreen and other things.

"Previous research shows that genetics account for only about half of all cancers, suggesting environmental exposures and socioeconomic factors may also play a role."

Read more: https://draxe.com/what-causes-cancer/

Walnut oil is very healthy. It can make you look and feel better. This talks about its benefits and how best to reap them. Nuts are great sources of healthy fats, proteins, and many other nutrients so you should try to incorporate them into your diet. This can be done in many ways. There are different nut products and recipes which will allow you to eat them without betting bored from the same thing all the time.

Key Takeaways:

• Walnut oil prevents wrinkles thus reducing the signs of aging. It also reduces dark circles around the eyes.
• Walnut oil reduces inflammation in areas impacted by psoriasis and other skin conditions.
• High levels of fatty acids in walnut oil make it ideal for treating asthma and arthritis.

"Walnut oil can be used to treat fungal infections like candida, jock itch and athlete’s foot."

Read more: http://food.ndtv.com/health/5-incredible-benefits-of-walnut-oil-for-health-and-beauty-1697195

The medical cannabis argument is still raging. People swear by it but others say it doesn't help or that it actually causes addiction. This talks about some positive outcomes of using it. Patients using medical cannabis use fewer opioids which is a huge plus because they are highly addictive. They also use fewer antidepressants and they drink less. These are very good things because most medications and alcohol have a negative affect on our internal organs.

Key Takeaways:

• The current opiod epidemic can be assisted with the assistance of medical cannabis.
• An increasing number of doctors are supporting and approving of the use of medical marijuana.
• Medical marijuana healing properties does not come from THC but from its high cannabidiol content.

"A 2013 survey found a majority of physicians — 76 percent — approve of the use of medical marijuana for their patients."

Read more: http://www.healthnutnews.com/medical-cannabis-patients-use-less-opioids-antidepressants-alcohol-study-finds/

While eating too much salt can harm you there are also many proven benefits to it. Your body does need salt for sure. Without salt you can die pretty quickly. This talks about salt water in particular and what you get from drinking it. Some actually recommend drinking it daily. You should not do this without research, though, because you can throw off the balance in your body which is harmful. It is a delicate balance usually.

Key Takeaways:

• We've all heard salt can be dangerous, but when it is natural salt in a controlled amount it can actually be beneficial for the body.
• Sole water can send electrical charges through the body that are beneficial to the kidneys and cells of the body.
• Sole water can aid in better sleep, better digestion, better hydration, detoxification, better bone health, reduced swelling, better skin, and many other overall health perks.

"Minerals are the foundation to sound nutrition and health. Without them, no other system in the body works as it should."

Read more: http://www.thealternativedaily.com/7-reasons-drink-warm-salt-water-every-morning/

The DEA has reiterated that Hemp CBD is illegal. It does not matter what the sellers of CBD oil tell you, it is illegal. The DEA believes it is illegal in all fifty states. The authority that the DEA has over drugs comes from the Controlled Substances Act. This issue is important to many people.

Key Takeaways:

• The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has issued a new clarification about the coding of marijuana extracts that rebuts the claims by sellers of “hemp-derived CBD oil” that their product is “legal in all 50 states.”
• According to the scientific literature, cannabinoids are not found in the parts of the cannabis plant that are excluded from the CSA definition of marijuana,
• “when Congress excluded from the definition of marijuana ‘mature stalks of such plant, fiber . . . , [and] oil or cake made from the seeds,’ it also made an exception to the exception,

"The term ”marihuana” means all parts of the plant Cannabis sativa L., whether growing or not."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=//www.weednews.co/dea-reiterates-hemp-cbd-is-illegal/&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGmM2M2RhZjlmZTVmZDZjMmU6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNFqp4tmYQo3pi8ahn4zhcAo2bziig

Herbs are healthy for different reasons. Many have vitamins and minerals in them which are essential to human health. Herbs have helped people treat illness for millennia. This talks about a certain type of herb called an adaptogen. These aren't mentioned often. Many people have never even heard of them.

Key Takeaways:

• Now more than ever we're living in a constant state of fight or flight mode with the latest APS Stress and Wellbeing survey revealing Australian's anxiety levels are the highest they've been in five years.
• And where once an English Breakfast may have been a source of comfort, an anchor to hold to stay grounded, now no longer has the force we need to cultivate an effective mood change.
• Or could it? What if tweaking your herbal blend could be the difference between stressed out and blissed out?

"Adaptogens are Eastern medicine's answer to alleviating stress and boosting wellbeing and could just be the soul soothing, simple antidote we all need."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=//www.goodfood.com.au/recipes/news/adaptogens-why-you-need-these-super-herbs-in-your-diet-20170306-gus6g2&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGjhmNDExODA5M2I0NWE3Y2I6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNE6duBmCl_JUWiri3LqKl-4PpThXw

There are different kinds of cholesterol, some good and some bad. Not all cholesterol is going to hurt you. This talks about lowering it with niacin which can be found in different foods. You might want to add this to your diet if you have high numbers so you can get them to go down.

Key Takeaways:

• Niacin is a B vitamin that is needed for your body to create the compounds necessary for cellular function.
• A shortage of niacin can lead to diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, rash and, when severe, even confusion and dementia.
• Fortunately, a varied and plentiful diet can ensure you have sufficient levels of niacin.

"A shortage of niacin, or vitamin B3, can lead to diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, rash and, when severe, neurologic conditions that manifest as confusion and dementia."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=//www.dailyherald.com/article/20170311/entlife/170319876/&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGjA0ZDU0MzY3MzQ5MTM0ZDA6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNEkw0OnTTZCAYSuVVvQpEXoeYfF8g

Your liver is an important organ and you need to take care of it. This talks about that. It lets you know how to know if your liver needs certain kinds of dieting in order to be healthy. Once it's gone it's gone so it's an organ you want to take good care of if you can.

Key Takeaways:

• Your liver is susceptible to damage even if you do not drink alcohol, and it may be a health concern.
• Diet can cause non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, and this happens most in obese people.
• Prevention of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease can be managed by adjustments in diet; reducing sugar intake, avoiding alcohol, and increasing consumption of anti-oxidants.

"If you don’t drink alcohol then you may think that your liver is not in danger. Unfortunately, you’d be very wrong."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=//www.belmarrahealth.com/liver-need-go-diet/&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGjA0ZDU0MzY3MzQ5MTM0ZDA6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNE5Xwf4CBjEQ9D0GDHWG9LhrcgJxQ

Someone's glucose levels being too high can be a major problem. This can cause many health issues. It can even lead to diabetes. This talks about how rare sugars can actually help lower levels. It's funny to think of sugars being good for you but this explains it in a more understandable way.

Key Takeaways:

• There are natural sugars that can replace sucrose (normal sugar) to improve diet without much sacrifice to flavor. These are called "rare sugars."
• Some rare sugars can be manufactured from ingredients we already have in abundance, like allulose can be made from high fructose corn syrup.
• Experiments performed on rats showed that rare sugar intake is similarly desirable to the test animals, but resulted in considerably less body mass gain.

"In an era when the label “natural” hits a sweet spot with consumers, some uncommon sugars emerging on the market could live up to the connotation."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=https://knowridge.com/2017/03/how-rare-sugars-might-help-control-blood-glucose/&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGmE1ZjVlMDc0YzcwMWFjZWI6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNFWRReUAx-QV_H4GXYY4tKrWi5olg

Contrary to popular belief it's OK to eat during a workout if you get hungry. Why starve yourself? All that does is trigger your body into storing fat. You just need to know which foods are best. This talks about that. Use this to decide what to eat and you won't end up undoing your workout altogether.

Key Takeaways:

• It is well known that what you eat before, during, and after you exercise can make or break a workout and affect your results.
• Before you exercise, load up on carbs, and ensure you stay hydrated during your workout.
• After you exercise, munch on protein - including dairy products, eggs, and meat to maximize your gains.

"So what do nutritionists recommend to munch on? It turns out that quality carbohydrates are important pre-workout and lean proteins post-workout, experts say."

Reference:

//www.cnn.com/2016/12/29/health/what-to-eat-exercise/index.html

This talks about an oil and how it may affect lime disease. This disease can cause a lot of problems. Most people who have it suffer a lot. This offers another treatment you can try on top of or instead of meds. Not everyone wants to take a bunch of drugs and they just don't work for some others.

Key Takeaways:

• Should you need to put away the oil for longer intervals, you should ensure that it remains in the freezer.
• Symmetrical hair loss on each side of the human body, it indicates some sort of hormonal disorder.
• A nutritious and wholesome diet is essential for maintaining the horses' wellness and to keep the wellness problems at bay.

"Therefore, it is crucial to include things like this oil in their day-to-day diet to obtain the omega-3 fatty acid benefits. Flaxseed oil was known to defend the heart from angina. It is generally called linseed oil. Furthermore, the vital oil has a wonderful relaxing influence on the muscles."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=https://www.behance.net/gallery/48306043/CBD-Oil-For-Lyme-Disease&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGmM2M2RhZjlmZTVmZDZjMmU6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNFFTJrwluzGTLzvTauz2TrT5vuXrw

Our diet affects many aspects of our physical and mental health. The mental is what's discussed here. This talks about how what we eat affects our moods and our emotional well being. Read this if you think you might be at risk of such effects yourself so you know what to change.

Key Takeaways:

• You already know that eating plenty of fruits and vegetables is beneficial to your body — but just how important are these foods for your mind?
• Drugs used to be considered alternative choices, but now diet and exercise has been pushed to an alternative role.
• We still have a long way to go to understand the full relationship, but we know that diseases like heart disease or diabetes often co-occur with mood disorders.

"Brains do not live in a vacuum; they play by the same rules as other organs in your body when it comes to being healthy."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=https://knowridge.com/2017/02/how-diet-influences-our-mood-and-mental-health/&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGjFmZmViMTExOGM5Mzg5YTQ6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNEuhR7kUEvxgJMAEZstwwbH7D9r6g

Putting kids on a diet can be dangerous for them because kids have certain needs. They are still growing and need the proper fuel to do that. This talks about this and about the Mediterranean diet in particular. Before putting kids on any type of diet ask a doctor and do your own research so you don't hurt them.

Key Takeaways:

• The easy-to-follow Mediterranean diet involves eating mostly vegetables, fruits, legumes, unrefined grains, olive oil and fish.
• Though the diet also includes skim or low-fat dairy products, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children consume whole milk until age 2, Johnson said.
• Nuts are also included in the Mediterranean diet, but the academy considers whole nuts to be a high-risk food for choking and recommends caution for children under age 4, Johnson said. And, though the Mediterranean diet includes a modest amount of wine, alcohol is illegal to consume until age 21 in the United States.

"The easy-to-follow Mediterranean diet involves eating mostly vegetables, fruits, legumes, unrefined grains, olive oil and fish."

Reference:

//www.cnn.com/2017/02/01/health/mediterranean-diet-kids-study/index.html

I've heard of eating the rainbow. This talks more about that. Eating a wide variety of color when it comes to fruits and veggies helps you get the proper balance of nutrients. The different colors mean different vitamins and minerals are present in the food. A varied diet is both healthful and more interesting so no one gets tired of the same thing.

Key Takeaways:

• Eating fruits and vegetables is a healthy choice.
• Eating a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables provides health benefits of Phytochemicals that work synergistically with vitamins and minerals for good health and disease risk.
• Colorful fruits and vegetables are low-calorie, nutritious food and there are bioactive phytochemicals within them that truly help your body

"Produce companies rarely include information on which phytochemicals are in their foods, making it even more important you know nature's color coding system."

Reference:

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=https://www.yahoo.com/news/want-eat-better-just-eat-204358113.html&ct=ga&cd=CAIyGjVkYjY3ZDViNDdiNGM3ZTc6Y29tOmVuOlVT&usg=AFQjCNG55zWVkXwRVg9pG6_FswJLsxP8hg

This article describes the impact that alzheimer's is making on the world. It describes how a mediterranean diet may help prevent this, and memory loss. It talks about the experiment that was done on 400 people in a three year period. The people who followed the diet from the article had less brain loss. Overall they say they need to do more research to associate it with the diseases but it's looking good.

Key Takeaways:

• As we age, our brains naturally shrink and our risk of having a stroke, dementia or Alzheimer's rise, and almost everyone experiences some kind of memory loss.
• Now, a new study seems to confirm that eating an easy-to-follow Mediterranean diet can have lasting benefits for brain health.
• For the study, researchers analyzed the diets of about 400 adults, 73 to 76 years old, in Scotland over a three-year period.

"The researchers found that those who closely followed a Mediterranean-like diet were less likely to lose brain volume as they aged, compared with those who didn't follow such a diet."

Reference:

//www.cnn.com/2015/10/21/health/mediterranean-diet-healthier-brain/index.html

Do you ever really stop to think about what goes in your food and what you're putting in your body? Chances are that you probably don't, although there's a small minority of Americans that seems to. "America is about to realize just how poisoned conventional food really is ... Lab testing for glyphosate about to go 'viral'" talks about what's wrong with the food the average American eats, and how science has found a means to prove this.

Key Takeaways:

• Our grandparentss food wasn't doused with chemical insecticides, herbicides, fungicides and other forms of pesticide that cause cancer, depression, central nervous system disorders, anxiety and dementia. Today, most grains and sugarcane get sprayed with disturbing amounts of glyphosate herbicide.
• Good news! Anresco Laboratories in San Francisco just launched their own unique detection system for final food products that reveals even low levels of glyphosate residue, and they're testing soil samples from all around the world! Want food transparency? You got it.
• First, buy certified organic food, grow your own food without chemicals, or buy from local farmers' markets and ask lots of questions of them. Second, look into buying a high quality water filtration system for your home. It's much cheaper in the long run than buying bottled water.

"There is no safe level that can be consumed, even though it's regularly found in American food and water."

Reference:

//www.naturalnews.com/055968_weed_killer_Roundup_glyphosate_testing.html