Sea cucumbers: The slimy superfood that fights diabetes
Inhabitants of Asian countries have long recognized the sea cucumber's extraordinary health advantages. The medicinal benefits of these gelatinous underwater dwellers certainly sparked our interest. Now, researchers from the University of South Australia discovered that sea cucumbers may Read More...
7 Benefits of spirulina
You may have noticed vibrant blue beverages popping up at your favorite cafe or health food store. These treats are most likely infused with spirulina, a green-blue superfood that’s rapidly gaining popularity. But what exactly is spirulina and why is it good for you? Let’s take a look. What is Read More...
Nutritious and cozy: In-season superfoods to fuel you through the coldest months
"Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it is the time for home." - Edith Sitwell It’s important to eat a well-balanced diet all year, but as we head into the coldest months of the year, eating well is even Read More...
Why sweet potatoes are an even better snack in your 40s and 50s
No matter your age, you should be fueling your body with healthy staples. However, as you progress in life, your body will go through hormonal shifts like puberty, pregnancy, and menopause. During these times, there are specific foods that will help you get through these hormonal milestones, and Read More...
Moringa: The benefits of this little known superfood
If you’ve never heard of moringa, you’re not alone. This under the radar superfood is not commonly sold at grocery stores, but it has many health benefits that will make you want to add it to your daily diet. Today we share a few of those from our friends over at the Food Revolution Read More...
Spanish chef introduces us to marine grains, the new sustainable superfood
Spain’s renowned Chef del Mar or chef of the sea, Ángel León, is an expert at pushing the boundaries of seafood. The chef’s restaurant Aponiente won its third Michelin star in 2017 and León’s latest project is introducing the world to a new sustainable superfood. León is known Read More...
Forget coffee. Matcha is the perfect way to kick off your morning
Coffee is great and all, but the jitters you get with it are not. Matcha, on the other hand, gives you a wonderful mix of energy and relaxation, making it the perfect way to start your day. Matcha isn’t magical. It just has a high concentration of flavonoids and L-theanine, which increases the Read More...
Food for life
If you believe the menu, the most famous dish at The Sunflower Center, the café and community center run by Lydia’s Organics in Petaluma, California, is the soup—the Famous Raw Green Soup, a cold, refreshing blend of cucumber, kale, avocado, celery, dulse seaweed and about five different Read More...