Brussels sprouts (yes with an s, like the city) are named after the veggie’s history of cultivation in Belgium. Part […]
Teen team sports participation benefits adult mental health
(HealthDay)—Among individuals exposed to adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), team sports participation in adolescence is associated with better adult mental health, […]
Even drug-fueled encounters with God provide mental benefits
Encounters with God, even if they are drug-fueled, provide lasting mental benefits, study suggests Spiritual people routinely report higher rates […]
Essential amino acids: Definition, benefits, and foods
Amino acids are compounds that combine to make proteins. When a person eats a food that contains protein, their digestive […]
Soluble and insoluble fiber: Differences and benefits
The term fiber refers to all the parts of plant-based foods that cannot be digested or absorbed by the body. […]
6 benefits of aloe vera juice
Aloe vera juice is a popular choice at many health food cafes and natural food stores. In this article, learn […]
The benefits of practicing mindfulness during your workouts
It's the bird calls I notice first. Some have long, somnolent cries, others sound perkier, more vibrant. Then I watch […]
Rooibos tea: Benefits, nutrition, and how to drink it
Many people enjoy it as an alternative to green or black tea. Unfermented green rooibos tea is also available. Rooibos […]
New insights into the neural risks and benefits of marijuana use
Research released today underscores both the dangers and the therapeutic promise of marijuana, revealing different effects across the lifespan. Marijuana […]
6 Health Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds
I love everything about pumpkins, including their seeds. As a kid I loved tearing them out of our carved pumpkins […]