Alkaline Diet

Most of today’s diets tend to emphasize foods that have an ability to form acid in our bodies.  Balancing those acidifying foods with those that alkalize or even consuming predominantly alkalizing foods can go a long way to making us healthier.  The idea behind this diet is though homeostasis will maintain the blood pH relatively […]

Salmon – not so healthy?

Salmon is healthy and we should all eat more of it, right?  It has healthy fats and is very versatile in the kitchen, so what’s not to like?  Where the fish comes from, the methods from which it is raised and the detriment to the environment should change your thinking on ordering that slmon tonight. […]

The acai berry is a fraud…

The Acai berry is a fraud. Well, not necessarily a fraud, but how in the world could a berry cure you of all ailments?  What we are really talking about is a case of zeal and misunderstanding about where human health comes from. The recent claims about the Acai berry on unsuspecting consumers and its […]

“Not so new” news on red meat

There is a “new” study out by the National Cancer Institute stating that “Men and women who eat higher amounts of red meat and processed meat have a higher risk of dying from cancer, heart disease, and other causes compared to those who eat less, according to a new study.”    Report This information is widely known […]

What’s Going on With Our Kids?

Recently a study was conducted by the CDC/NCHS which states that food allergies are on the increase in children, but experts are unsure of the cause.  Why are our children, in this day and age of health, nutrition and exercise awareness, having an increase in all kinds of diseases, including those diseases that used to only affect […]