Healthy Food and Cooking Articles

Watermelon - Is It a Healthy Viagra Alternative?
A 2008 research study reveals that watermelon has some interesting Viagra-like properties. Whoa!

Healthy Pasta Made from Zucchini
Here's a delicious recipe for healthy, alternative pasta made without refined grains or load carbs. It's pasta made from zucchini.

Ten of the Top Cancer Fighting Foods
Here's a list of what's believed to be the top ten foods that are ideal for preventing and possibly fighting cancer.

FDA: Food Dyes "Safe for General Population"
Yet again the FDA throws food safety and children's health under the bus in order to protect the profits of their masters, who in this case are the companies that make up the Grocery Manufacturers Association.

The Importance of Oranges for Your Health
Oranges, from fresh Florida oranges to fresh squeezed orange juice, have long been enjoyed for their delicious flavor as well as their health benefits.

Three Easy Recipes from Leftovers
Here are two easy and hearty recipes for a pot roast and a pork roast, both made from the crockpot. Then with the leftovers, make chili a couple days later!

Is a Colorful Diet Right for You?
This article by Mira Dessy highlights the dangers and toxins of artificial food dyes. Also learn how you can dye your own foods with healthy colorings.

Healthy Pecan Pie Recipe
Here's a great, delicious, and healthy recipe for pecan pie.

All about the Pomegranate
The pomegranate has a tough rind which is either dark red or brownish in color, and it's similar in size to an apple or an orange. This delicious fruit is very healthy due to its many antioxidants and nutrients.

Red Cabbage and Beets for Health
What's the first thing you think of when you hear "beet?" The color red, right? Well, did you know these red vegetables offer some crazy health benefits?

Benefits of Whole Wheat
Everyone says how much better for you whole wheat breads are. But do you know why?

A Simple Healthy Eating Primer
If you're looking to adopt healthy eating habits but don't know where to start, this little primer will help you begin in the right direction.

Tips for Eating Healthy on the Run
Healthy eating on the run, did you know there could be such a thing? Yes, you can have "fast food" and it be healthy! This article lists 8 tips for healthy eating on the run.

Combat Sugar Cravings with Honey
Honey is a safe and healthy substitute to sugar and other sweeteners. It takes a little time to learn to cook with honey, but baked goods can be as delicious made with honey as from made with sugar.

Tips for Healthier Eating
Here are a few easy tips for healthier eating. Even eating a little bit healthier can improve your diet and lifestyle.

Tips for Healthy Restaurant Eating
Believe it or not, you can go out to eat, have a good time, AND eat moderately healthy! Arm yourself with these easy tips before your next restaurant venture.

Healthy Snack Choices for the Whole Family
Pass on the potato chips, crackers, cookies, and Gatorade. Instead stock up on fruits, juices, and yogurt cups.

A Healthy Breakfast Is Good for You!
Thanks largely to some misguided people in the natural health movement, breakfast has gotten a bum rap over the years. Here are two recipes for a delicious raw breakfast.

Eating Healthy Foods Helps Your Budget
Yes, it's true. You don't have to spend half an arm and most of your leg at health food stores to stock up on healthy foods. It's possible to find everything you need in a standard grocery store for a lot less than boxed and packaged foods.

Don't Be Faked Out by Healthy Foods That Really Aren't Healthy
If it comes frozen or sealed tightly in a box without an expiration date, then it's probably not good for you. Don't let the word "healthy" fool you if it appears on a suspect container.

Genetically Modified Corn Found Toxic in Animals
Research by scientists unconnected to biotech firms have raised some alarms in genetically altered food, with some results providing reason for serious concern.

Chefs Find Halibut a Great Culinary Catch
Chefs at the West Coast’s top seafood restaurants are singing the praises of Pacific halibut, most of which—like our Vital Choice halibut—is caught in Alaskan waters.

Pack a Can of Sardines for a Healthy Picnic
Sardines are practically little Supermen when it comes to nutritional value. They contain vitamin D, omega 3 fatty acids, and Coenzyme Q10, which promotes a strong immune system. Amazingly, sardines contain more calcium than milk or leafy green vegetables.

Reduce Sugar in Your Diet and Lose Weight
Americans consume way too much sugar. And most don't even realize it as sugar is in everything. This article offers a very simple suggestion that's guaranteed to help you drop a few pounds.

Beans Seen to Discourage Weight Gain and Diabetes
As the title suggests, beans should be included in your regular diet for a variety of reasons, not limited to discouraging diabetes and weight loss. Even if you are eating beans regularly, this article is a must read.

Eat Salmon to Stay Sharp
Participants who consumed fish once per week or more had a 60 percent lower risk of Alzheimer's disease, compared with those who rarely or never ate fish.

True Color? Synthetic Colors in Farmed Salmon
Salmon feed typically contains synthetic colors, added to make farmers' fish pink—a fact known to few consumers until recent national headlines uncovered the practice.

Is Salmon Really Safe?
The "Today Show" aired a host of misinformation concerning the "dangers" of salmon. Check out this article for the real facts the mainstream media doesn't want you to know.

Go Wild -- At the Fish Counter
It’s a common question. Why buy wild salmon when farmed salmon is cheaper? Fortunately it's easy to answer.

Mercury Fighting Mineral in Fish Overlooked in Heated Debate
It is astonishing that until very recently, everyone involved in the mercury-in-fish hysteria overlooked a potentially critical component of the scientific controversy: the essential mineral called selenium.

Kicking Your Health Up a Notch with Tumeric Seasoning
We all know tumeric spice turns food the color of a bright Halloween, but did you know this seasoning is also great for your body?

A Veggie Burger Recipe
Dr. Ben Kim shares an excellent and yummy recipe for veggie burgers.

The History and Breakdown of Goji Berries
So what's in goji berries anyway? What makes them so special? And where the heck did they come from?

The Blueberry Packs a Bunch of Health Benefits
Blueberries are delicious. That's no secret to anyone. But did you know they carry a good amount of antioxidants and are loaded full of healthy nutrients?

The Bilberry and Vision
Bilberries are a member of the blueberry family. They are very nutritious and may even help with better night vision.

Cranberries to Benefit Your Health
Cranberries are a great side item for Thanksgiving. But did you know they have antioxidants and offer a number of health benefits?

Health Benefits of the Strawberry
Adding fresh strawberries to your diet, whether they are in salads, smoothies, or on their own, is a great way to get the USDA recommended servings of fruit you need for a well-rounded body and a healthy immune system.

The Amazon Acai Berry
Acai berries contain high concentrations of anthocyanins and large amounts of protein and fiber, as well as healthy omega-6 and omega-9 fatty acids. Very healthy and exotic.

Is Dairy Good for You?
Before my parents immigrated to Canada more than three decades ago, my mom was convinced that one of the benefits of living in Canada was the amount of cow's milk that was available. Dr. Ben Kim gives you the low-down on dairy.

Who Says Vegetables Are Boring?
Several recipes for healthy vegetable dishes and salads without head or iceberg lettuce.

Can White Rice Be a Healthy Food Choice?
For years, I believed that white rice should be avoided completely. I believed that it had very little nutritional value and that it contributed to constipation. But I have come to realize that white rice does provide useful nutrients.

Choosing Healthy Fish for Nourishment
Clean fish provides healthy protein, essential fatty acids, and an abundance of minerals, particularly iodine and zinc. This article will tell you the healthiest and most nutritious fish.

Say No to Soy Milk and Rice Milk
With greater awareness of the many health problems associated with pasteurized dairy products, many people are turning to vegetarian milk substitutes like soy milk and rice milk. This article reveals that these alternatives may not be good for you either.

Getting to the Root of Eczema
For various reasons, people can develop intolerances to certain foods and substances over time, leading to an allergic reaction in the blood, which in turn causes inflammation and itching in the skin.

Mesquite: Rediscovered
Liz DeCleene discusses how mesquite flour not only stabilizes blood sugar but how it also tastes great with a sweet, slightly nutty flavor with a hint of molasses. Read this article and learn all about this nutritious alternative to wheat.

New Report Confirms Farmed Salmon Alarms
Following hard on the heels of recent public protests over contaminants in farmed salmon, two new reports confirm previous concerns about toxic organochlorides (PCBs, dioxin) and pesticides (malachite green) in farmed salmon.

Alaskan Salmon: Nature's Health Food
If you're not eating fish at least twice a week, you're making a big mistake with your diet. The problem, of course, involves find a source of uncontaminated fish. Well, read this article and learn about one of the few healthy fish choices still left to us.

A Pesto Said to Remove Heavy Metals
Heavy metal poisoning is rampant. It may be a major cause of hormonal imbalances, cancer, thyroid problems, neurological disturbances, learning problems, depression, food allergies, parasites, and more. This is a great recipe that is not only easy to make but also really yummy, and it tells you how to remove heavy metals from the body.

H&B Lemonade Recipes
The latest edition of our popular lemonade recipe collection is now available and includes a recipe so good it helped the woman who sells it earn $8,000 a week from her mobile stand at fairs and flea markets!

Protecting Your Family from Mad Cow Disease
Veterinarian Dr. Patricia Whisnant discusses what you can do to protect your family from Mad Cow Disease. Given the fact that Mad Cow Disease was discovered in Canada in May of 2003, this is a "must read" article for all beef eaters.

Ten Tips for Choosing a Grass Fed Beef Supplier
Dr. Patricia Whisnant shares some important tips regarding what to look for when you're ready to replace supermarket beef with healthy, organic, grass fed beef.

The Apple FAQ
This fascinating article reveals everything there is to know about apples. It's true... an apple a day does help keep that old doctor away. Fun reading and includes a few recipes too.

101 Healthy Salad Dressings
Finally, you have a collection of healthy salad dressings that everyone in the family will enjoy. No more of the usual "I hate salad, Mom" stuff because with this collection of delicious and easy-to-prepare recipes, everyone will love the salads you serve. A must have!

Beth's Eat It Raw Healthy Food Preparation Book
Beth Montgomery shares the healthy food recipes she uses during 21-day programs as well as during her regular life. With this collection of goodies, you'll never feel hungry or deprived!

Energy Unlimited with Healthy Food
John H. Tobe took on and poked holes in practically everything that "mass manufacturing" and the "medical establishment" came up with until his death in 1979. He was also one of the few people to visit the Hunza people in the 1950's and wrote about their unexceptional health and their healthy foods. The article you're about to read comes from his book, The Golden Treasury of Natural Health Knowledge, which is full of articles he wrote during his lifetime for his monthly magazine Provoker. Also contains one of the great recipes for muesli, an excellent survival food.

What a Raw-Fooder Should Know about Nuts 
Nuts can play an important part in the human diet and provide high quality protein not found in other storable foods. Start to learn about nuts in this article about healthy foods by Thomas Billings.

What to Do with Carrot Pulp 
In this article, you'll find all kinds of great ideas on what you can do with all that carrot pulp that overwhelms your kitchen and compost heap when you're doing a lot of juicing.

Butter is Better
Dr. Stephen Byrnes explains why a good pad of organic butter on your toast or oatmeal is far superior to other choices like margarine or hydrogenated oil concoctions. Butter is a healthy food!

Crockpot Safety
Crockpots are fabulous for people who are short on time but who also enjoy home-cooked meals made with whole foods rather than processed junk. Read this article for a few hints on cooking safely with your crockpot.

How to Make Yogurt at Home
Save money when you make your own delicious yogurt at home. Complete "how to do it" details in an entertaining and interesting article. Starter culture, temperature, everything you need to know.

Lena's Home Made Sauerkraut
Sauerkraut is a tasty and extremely important food that helps the human body build and maintain healthy bowel flora. With this easy-to-make recipe, anyone can now make their own sauerkraut.

Wow, You Coulda Had Some Lycopene!
Learn from famed cancer researcher Dr. Ralph Moss why you should eat foods rich in lycopene. In a recent study from North Carolina, drinking just one can (5.5 ounces) per day of the popular vegetable drink, V-8, raised levels of lycopene in the lungs by 12 percent. It also decreased ozone-induced DNA damage to the lungs by 20 percent.