Every wondered what the difference is between omega 3 vs omega 6 fatty acids? Here’s a quick lesson.
Tag: Omega-3
New Study: Eating Fish for Heart Health? Not So Fast!
A new study suggests that mercury and Omega-3’s affect heart health in contradictory ways, making fish a less-than-ideal source for these healthy fatty acids. To skip the mercury, skip the intermediary: go directly to the source! Plant-based Omega-3’s provide the same heart health benefits, but without the mercury — and without the environmental devastation or unnecessary suffering and death, while we’re at it. What a bargain!
The 5 Most Allergenic Animal Foods
Some of the most common foods are also the most allergenic. Here, we’ll examine the most allergenic animal foods plus some plant-based alternatives.
Chia Seeds: Superfood Recipes from Readers
Yep, the very same chia seeds that you use to create awesome Chia Pets are actually a healthy source of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and a number of other vitamins and minerals. Not only that, they’re pretty darned tasty!
Amazing Banana Walnut Smoothie Recipe
Recipe for a guilt-free alternative to ice cream: walnut banana smoothie.
Wild Eats: Purslane, the Delicious Weed
Last week, I was pruning tomato plants at the farm when I noticed a vaguely familiar plant growing amongst the tomatoes. It had fleshy, succulent, paddle-shaped leaves and thick, reddish [ … ]
Monsanto’s Vistive Gold Soybeans Lack Omega-3
[social_buttons] Monsanto’s new Vistive Gold soybeans lack omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids are essential to the human body. They have been shown to improve cardiovascular function and assist in [ … ]
Another Piece of the Obesity Pie: Seed Oils
[social_buttons] Are seed oils a major driver of the obesity epidemic in the United States? Obesity is one of the hottest topics of the day. The Centers for Disease Control [ … ]
Exploring the Energy of Spirulina
Spirulina is called the Earth’s healthiest Superfood. It is considered to be one of the cleanest foods on the planet and it is also packed with numerous essential nutrients. [social_buttons] [ … ]
Not Just for Ceramic Pets: First Certified-Organic Chia Introduced to United States
If I asked you to identify quinoa, kamut, spelt and amaranth, you’d probably reply — correctly — that each of those are a type of ancient grain. But if I [ … ]
Nutritional Support for ADHD
It is estimated that 3 to 7 percent of American children suffer form Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). That adds up to over 2 million kids, one in every class [ … ]
What to Consider When Buying Eggs
Beautiful green and brown eggs are dwarfed by the huge goose eggs. Some farms also offer duck eggs for interested buyers. Want some of the most beautifully colored eggs this [ … ]