Julie Hambleton has a BSc in Food and Nutrition from the Western University, Canada, is a former certified personal trainer and a competitive runner.
Julie loves food, culture, and health, and enjoys sharing her knowledge to help others make positive changes and live healthier lives.
A study conducted by a team of researchers at the University of Ulsan has found that regular consumption of kimchi, as part of a calorie-controlled diet, can reduce body weight, abdominal fat, and index body fat in both overweight and obese individuals. The study also suggests that fermented kimchi may be a medicinal food due […]
Despite the advancements we’ve made with women’s rights, there is still plenty of stigma surrounding breastfeeding. This woman had to make the tough decision to emergency breastfeed her best friend’s baby, and now her friend won’t speak to her. The question now remains: Is it okay for a woman to breastfeed another woman’s child? (1) […]
Walking is a simple yet highly effective form of exercise that provides numerous health benefits. Whether it’s a leisurely stroll or a brisk power walk, incorporating walking into your daily routine can improve cardiovascular fitness, strengthen muscles, aid in weight management, reduce stress, and boost overall mental well-being. However, despite its many advantages, people often […]
We’ve all been there – a night of drinking with friends, followed by a morning of regret and a pounding headache. Hangovers can be brutal, but natural remedies can help alleviate the symptoms and prevent them from ruining your day. Here are the 10 best natural hangover cures. Best Hangover Cures Before we get into […]
Diseases such as Lyme Disease or Powassan Disease, when administered through a tick bite, can be passed into your body within 24 hours, or in the case of Powassan Disease, 15 minutes, and can result in permanent disability. This makes it crucial to remove all ticks as quickly as possible. Peppermint Essential Oil: The Fake […]
Every year, millions of people around the world consume fruits and vegetables. While these fresh produce items are packed with essential vitamins and minerals, they can also be laced with harmful pesticides. Pesticides are chemicals that are commonly used to protect crops from pests and diseases, but residues can still remain on them. Thankfully, there […]
For ten years of her life, Cheryl Murray lived with a painful, growing lump on her foot. Embarrassed by it, she hid it from her boyfriend for two years. Finally, when they moved in together, she could no longer hide the now golf ball-sized lump. He encouraged her to have it looked at, and just […]
You may have heard of lecithin or perhaps seen it on an ingredient label. Did you ever stop to wonder, however, what lecithin is, or whether or not it has any value to your health? Turns out this little mixture of fats has a very important function in human cells. This is everything you need […]
Fennel, commonly known as Foeniculum vulgare, is a flowering plant that belongs to the carrot family. It is native to the Mediterranean region but is now cultivated in many parts of the world. The ancient Romans supposedly referred to it as “the herb of sight” due to its alleged benefits for eye health. Some new […]
Jaboticaba fruit, also known as Brazilian grapes, is a native fruit of Brazil. The fruit is round, dark purple, and has a tough outer layer. It has a unique flavor that is sweet and slightly acidic. The fruit is mostly consumed fresh but can also be used to make jams, jellies, wines, and liquors. This […]
62-year-old Germaine Mobley from Texas went to Asia King Buffet with a friend. She had been there many times before and ordered one of her favorite dishes: Fried rice. On her drive home, however, she began to feel unwell. The next day she ended up in the hospital with severe food poisoning. What did they […]
It’s a safe bet to say that the majority of us eat food every day that is cooked with some kind of fat involved. A bit of butter, a tablespoon of olive oil, and chances are, canola oil. Canola oil is one of the most commonly used fats in cooking and baking. This includes in-store-bought […]