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There’s not doubt that the best way to get super nutrition on a regular basis is to juice your own fruits and veggies. You’ll end up with fresh, sometimes live juices from any fruit or vegetable you can get your hands on…plus all the pulp. And you can get creative with your mixtures — adding fruits and vegetables to suit your needs in the moment. If you’re feeling a cold coming on…add some extra citrus to your blender. Want a blood cleanse? Add some beats and dandelion greens. The possibilities are endless and although you’ll pay a bit up front for the machine, the cost benefits of juicing instead of buying homogenized, packaged juices pays off in the long run.
Continue Reading March 20th, 2011
If you want more energy, better sexual stamina, increased circulation and immune response…plus a variety of other benefits…you should really add a quality ginseng to your diet. This ancient root has been studied for its beneficial affects on so many illnesses and maladies it’s hard to even begin…from brain health to heart health to cancer-fighting qualities and much more. And it’s one of the best natural energy boosters you’ll find anywhere.
Continue Reading March 12th, 2011
What are the best oils you can use for cooking, salads, and general consumption? Here’s a quick overview of some of the best:
- Krill Oil: Better than any other fish oil for Omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and minerals. Plus, krill oil is sustainable, since those little shrimp multiply by the billions.
- Flaxseed Oil: One of the best sources of Omega-3 fatty acids, flaxseed oil is tasty enough that you can use is on salads and on veggies. Just be sure to get it refrigerated and keep it cold.
- Olive Oil: Yes, the old stand-by is still one of the best oils you can use for cooking and topping foods. Olive oil is an excellent source of fatty acids and antioxidants and it’s easy to cook with. Use it in place of any other cooking oil.
January 9th, 2011
UPDATED November 27, 2010
by Christopher Van Buren
The number of green superfood powders that have sprouted up lately is astonishing. Now there are more than 150 brands on the market and they all have different formulas and offer different health benefits. But not only are there numerous products…but the number of herbs, veggie powders, grasses and grains used in these mixtures is nearly endless. So this article is your first stop for making some sense of this chaos. Here, you’ll get a bird’s eye view of the green drink market and what you should look for in a product. See the list of related articles at the end to take your investigation to the next level.
Continue Reading November 27th, 2010
With all the vitamins, minerals and other super health products out there, it can be difficult to decide which ones are the most important to include in your regimen…especially since most of us have limited budgets and have to choose the top health supplements from the rest. While it’s difficult to choose the best health products that apply to everyone equally, we can point out a few of the supplements that you should seriously consider keeping in your regular health program. So here are the top three health supplements for general purposes:
- Co-Q10: One of the most important health supplements, this enzyme helps your cells function properly and resist disease. Most Americans are low in CoQ10.
- Omega-3s: Whether you choose krill, salmon or other fish oils, getting your Omega-3s is essential to healthy circulation, heart functions, and breakdown of other fats in the body.
- Green Drink: A good green drink powder will give you a range of nutritional elements in a bio-available form that will keep your system healthy and strong. Nothing beats a quality green drink for easy, complete nutritional supplementation (except juicing your own veggies every day).
November 8th, 2010
There are many great foods that are high in nutrients, antioxidants, or other substances and they all deserve their day in the sun. But these are my all-time favorites, foods that are really special—not just for health, but for many reasons. Check up on these power foods:
Bee Pollen 
Pollen is one of the natures most amazing products. These little globules contain more nutrients than almost any other food source. They have many times more protein than meat, being almost 30% protein. Pollen contains over 16 different vitamins and minerals (including trace minerals), and is rich in enzymes and amino acids. It is also extremely low in fat. In fact, pollen enhances the production of HDL cholesterol (the good fat) and decreases the production of LDL cholesterol (the bad fat). It acts as a powerful antioxidant (containing flavonoids, rutin in particular), has antibacterial and antiviral qualities, and helps to increase the production of blood cells (both white and red), while balancing white/red blood counts. Is it even necessary to go on?
Continue Reading September 27th, 2006
