Acid reflux or heartburn is technically known as gastroesophageal reflux. A person with acid reflux or heartburn may feel a burning sensation in their throat and chest, which may be quite painful and distressing. Acid reflux occurs when the valve, or sphincter, that connects the stomach to the esophagus, or food pipe, is weakened. When...

Load up on antioxidants with this easy and comforting soup, packed with vibrant green veggies and collagen-rich bone broth. Eating your greens is easy when they’re steeped in a garlicky bone broth. This soup is full of antioxidants from fresh broccoli, asparagus, and garlic. Add to that a batch of flavorful, gut-healing bone broth, and you’ve...

In our culinary world, a peculiar love-hate relationship exists between people and a particular golden, juicy tropical fruit. For some, its sweet and tart flavors evoke delight; for others, eating it becomes a source of discomfort or even pain. We are, of course, talking about pineapples. This article sheds light on the phenomenon where certain...

Butter has been a staple in our diets for centuries. It is a rich source of flavor and adds a creamy texture to our favorite dishes. However, there has been ongoing debate about whether butter is good or bad for our health. Some say it should be avoided because of its saturated fat content. Others...

For the last decade or so, eggs have been on a bit of a nutritional rollercoaster ride. One day they are good for you, the next they’re saying they are contributing to heart disease, and the next they’re back to being “the perfect protein”. The question remains: Are eggs good for you or not? We’re...

Under the sea, under the sea, darling it’s better down where it’s wetter, take it from me. As true as that may be for the water-dwellers, Americans prefer seafood on their plates. Over the last couple of decades, shrimp has become the most widely consumed seafood in the United States (along with canned tuna and...

Coffee is one of the most popular beverages worldwide. Not only does it provide an energy boost in the morning, but it also offers numerous health benefits. It does all of this for a very low-calorie count, provided you don’t add lots of sugar and cream to it. However, it’s important to note that there...

What would need to happen for you to vow never to eat a certain food, even if it was your favorite? For 38-year-old mother-of-six Lorraine Wall, it would take biting into a spider egg-infested banana, swallowing the mouthful, and then looking in horror at the remaining spider eggs lurking inside the banana – which is...

Cancer is one of the scariest diagnoses one can receive. This is likely because most of us associate cancer with death – or at least a very high risk of it. While cancer is very serious, it is actually the second leading cause of death in the United States. That’s right, there is a disease...

These creamy Paleo blueberry muffins are packed with avocado, blueberries and dark chocolate – an antioxidant dream! If you want the perfect muffin, look no further – these Chocolate Avocado Blueberry Muffins are going to be your new favorite treat! Made with fresh, wholesome ingredients, these muffins are bursting with tart blueberries and loaded with rich, double chocolate....

Have you ever cracked open an egg to find a little red blood spot in it? If you have, what did you do with the egg? Did you throw it away, or did you shrug your shoulders and continue cooking with it? Many people are unsure if these eggs are still safe to eat. We’re...

Humans have been eating oysters for thousands and thousands of years. For many, a warm summer evening wouldn’t be complete without a plate of oysters and a glass of champagne, and due to their reported aphrodisiac qualities, they are a first-date choice of many.  Maybe oysters are one of your favorite foods, but did you...