How Probiotics Can Help You Lose Weight and Belly Fat Written by Hrefna Palsdottir, MS — Medically reviewed by Adrienne Seitz, MS, RD, LDN, Nutrition — Updated on November 20, 2020 From http://www.healthline.com Probiotics are live microorganisms that have health benefits when eaten (1Trusted Source). They’re found in both supplements and fermented foods. Probiotics may […]

8 Evidence-Based Health Benefits of Kombucha Tea Written by Joe Leech, MS on August 29, 2018 Kombucha is a fermented tea that has been consumed for thousands of years. Not only does it have the same health benefits as tea — it’s also rich in beneficial probiotics. Kombucha also contains antioxidants, can kill harmful bacteria […]

Some small changes to the way you think could make a huge difference to your physical wellbeing. There is an obvious connection between the way your brain thinks and the way you feel physically. And just like you can use your body to reduce psychological stress, you can use your mind to help your body. […]

11 Evidence-Based Health Benefits of Bananas From http://www.healthline.com Written by Adda Bjarnadottir, MS, RDN (Ice) and SaVanna Shoemaker, MS, RDN, LD — Medically reviewed by Kim Rose-Francis RDN, CDCES, CNSC, LD, Nutrition — Updated on October 29, 2021 Welcome to Fresh Food Fast, your source for creative, accessible recipes and nutrition tips to make eating healthier just a little bit easier — and more […]

The Top 9 Health Benefits of Watermelon Written by Kerri-Ann Jennings, MS, RD and Fatima Hallal, APD — Medically reviewed by Amy Richter, RD, Nutrition — Updated on November 8, 2021 From http://www.healthline.com Welcome to Fresh Food Fast, your source for creative, accessible recipes and nutrition tips to make eating healthier just a little bit […]

7 Enticing Health Benefits of Chia Seeds Written by Kris Gunnars, BSc and Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN, LD — Medically reviewed by Kathy W. Warwick, R.D., CDE, Nutrition — Updated on November 11, 2021 Welcome to Fresh Food Fast, your source for creative, accessible recipes and nutrition tips to make eating healthier just a little bit easier — and more fun!  Chia seeds may […]

What Are the Different Types of Massage? From http://www.healthline.com Medically reviewed by Gregory Minnis, DPT, Physical Therapy — Written by Emily Cronkleton— Updated on March 11, 2022 Swedish Hot stone Aromatherapy Deep tissue Sport Trigger point Reflexology Shiatsu Thai Prenatal Couples Chair Lymphatic Cranial sacral Abhyanga Myofascial Find a therapist Cost Takeaway Massage is the practice of rubbing and kneading the […]

10 Benefits of Grape Seed Extract, Based on Science From http://www.healthline.com Written by Caroline Hill, MHumNutr, BSc on November 5, 2019 — Medically reviewed by Atli Arnarson BSc, PhD Grape seed extract (GSE) is a dietary supplement made by removing, drying, and pulverizing the bitter-tasting seeds of grapes. Grape seeds are rich in antioxidants, including […]

10 Health Benefits of Mango Written by Ryan Raman, MS, RD and Cecilia Snyder, MS, RD — Medically reviewed by Kathy W. Warwick, R.D., CDE, Nutrition — Updated on November 3, 2021 From http://www.healthline.com Welcome to Fresh Food Fast, your source for creative, accessible recipes and nutrition tips to make eating healthier just a little […]

Reflexology 101 Medically reviewed by Debra Rose Wilson, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., IBCLC, AHN-BC, CHT — Written by Erica Cirino — Updated on December 4, 2018 From http://www.healthline.com What is reflexology? Reflexology is a type of massage that involves applying different amounts of pressure to the feet, hands, and ears. It’s based on a theory that these body parts are connected to certain […]

Grapeseed Oil — Is It a Healthy Cooking Oil? From http://www.healthline.com Written by Kris Gunnars, BSc — Updated on May 25, 2018 Grapeseed oil has been growing in popularity over the past few decades. It’s often promoted as healthy due to its high amounts of polyunsaturated fat and vitamin E. Marketers claim it has all […]

Tomatoes 101: Nutrition Facts and Health Benefit Written by Adda Bjarnadottir, MS, RDN (Ice) on March 25, 2019 From http://www.healthline.com The tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a fruit from the nightshade family native to South America. Despite botanically being a fruit, it’s generally eaten and prepared like a vegetable. Tomatoes are the major dietary source of […]

Are Grapes Good for You? From http://www.healthline.com Medically reviewed by Atli Arnarson BSc, PhD — Written by Annette McDermott — Updated on September 6, 2019 When you bite into a grape, you get more than a burst of juicy, sweet, goodness. You also get a dose of nutrients and antioxidants that may help you stay […]

The 21 Best Low-Carb Vegetables Written by Franziska Spritzler on June 1, 2018 From http://www.healthline.com Vegetables are low in calories but rich in vitamins, minerals and other important nutrients. In addition, many are low in carbs and high in fiber, making them ideal for low-carb diets. The definition of a low-carb diet varies widely. Most […]

7 Health Benefits of Eating Cucumber From http://www.healthline.com Written by Rachael Link, MS, RD on May 19, 2017 Though commonly thought to be a vegetable, cucumber is actually a fruit. It’s high in beneficial nutrients, as well as certain plant compounds and antioxidants that may help treat and even prevent some conditions. Also, cucumbers are […]

The Top 16 Health Benefits of Grapes From http://www.healthline.com Written by Ariane Lang, BSc, MBA and Melissa Groves — Medically reviewed by Imashi Fernando, MS, RDN — Updated on January 28, 2022 People have cultivated grapes for thousands of years, including several ancient civilizations that revered them for their use in winemaking. Grapes also make […]

6 Foods That Cause Inflammation From http://www.healthline.com Inflammation can be good or bad depending on the situation. On one hand, it’s your body’s natural way of protecting itself when you’re injured or sick. It can help your body defend itself from illness and stimulate healing. On the other hand, chronic, sustained inflammation is linked to […]

8 Caribbean Cultural Foods for Combating Inflammation From http://www.healthline.com Written by Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN on September 14, 2021 — Medically reviewed by Kim Rose RDN, CDCES, CNSC, LD, Nutrition Inflammation is the body’s natural response to injury and infection. However, chronic inflammation — which may be influenced by diet, inadequate sleep, and high […]

11 Proven Health Benefits of Garlicf From http://www.healthline.com Written by Joe Leech, MS on June 28, 2018 “Let food be thy medicine, and medicine be thy food.” Those are famous words from the ancient Greek physician Hippocrates, often called the father of Western medicine. He actually used to prescribe garlic to treat a variety of […]

17 Effective Ways to Lower Your Blood Pressure Medically reviewed by Megan Soliman, MD — Written by Marjorie Hecht — Updated on October 25, 2021 From http://www.healthline.com 1. Increase activity2. Lose weight3. Cut back on sugar4. Eat more potassium5. Eat less processed food6. Stop smoking7. Reduce stress8. Try meditation or yoga9. Eat dark chocolate. 10. […]