Peppermint essential oil is widely used in aromatherapy, cosmetics, and even culinary applications. The cooling, tingly flavor and sensation of peppermint is appealing and soothing in many aspects. Peppermint essential oil is generally is Generally Accepted As Safe (GRAS) however, there are some safety considerations when using peppermint essential oil. How to Use Peppermint Essential Oil Healthy […]
Health Benefits of Chia Seeds
Health Benefits of Chia Seeds No longer relegated to a random aisle in a retro toy store, chia seeds have taken off as a health food trend due to their high omega 3 and 6 fatty acid content, as well as other potential disease-prevention qualities. Salvus hispanicus L. was originally cultivated in Mesoamerica for centuries by […]
Health Benefits of Walnuts
Ah, the humble walnut. This nut packs so many health benefits in to one little brain-shaped package. Gaining popularity for its inflammation-fighting omega-3 fatty acid content, walnuts offer so many benefits. Walnuts for Male Fertility As part of a study, researchers at UCLA gave men 75 grams of walnuts per day (compared to the control group who […]
8 Foods that Protect Your Liver
By now, most of us know that alcohol consumption can lead to liver damage. As the liver metabolizes alcohol, cell-damaging free radicals form that, over time, impair liver function. While conservative alcohol consumption (especially of red wine due to its polyphenol content) has been shown to decrease certain cancer risks, help prevent diabetes risk, and some aspects of […]
Harmful Supplements for Prostate Health
In April of 2015, researchers in Turin Italy completed a five-year-long randomized double-blind placebo controlled study detailing the effects of a supplement containing green tea cachetins, lycopene, and selenium on prostate health. Men with precancerous prostate conditions and men with healthy prostates were given either a placebo or the supplement. The results were quite surprising, with those […]