According to Elson Hass in his book “Staying Healthy With Nutrition,” cacao provides antidepressant benefits. He explains that cacao contains the substance phenethylamine, which is a neurotransmitter found in the brain that acts as a mood elevator and natural antidepressant. [...]
Coconut oil is an amazing source of healthy fatty acids. Most of the fatty acids that you can find in coconut oil are medium-chain, which means that they are metabolized differently from long-chain fatty acids found in lots of other [...]
Known as “Beach Berries” in our family. The king of the berry family boasts more antioxidants than strawberries, cranberries or blueberries. Blackberries are considered to be one of the highest antioxidant-level fruits. The Berry Health Benefits Network from Oregon State [...]
Native to Mexico (ancient Incan superfood), these nutrient-rich seeds tops the list among superfood seekers. And it’s no surprise—chia seeds are packed with omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and calcium. If you’re not someone who eats a lot of fish, they’re [...]
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