16 Interesting Facts about Peanut Butter [Last Updated on February 24th 2014] By PositiveMed_Team Edited By: Stephanie Dawson Much has been said about the health benefits of peanut butter and its nutritional value. There are some facts about peanut butter that many don’t know. Here are some fun facts related to your favorite butter variant. […]
Surprising Health Benefits of Bacteria These days many hand-soaps tout antibacterial properties. There was a time when people thought that absence of microbes made people healthy but this thinking has changed to a great extent and people now understand that bacteria are not just a source of disease but are also a source of health.
How Genetically-Modified Foods Affect Our Health Foods produced from genetically-modified organisms, or crops, are known as GMO’s. Genetic engineering techniques have brought specific changes into the DNA of GMO’s. In this technique a non-specific but stable change is created by exposing organisms to radiation or chemicals. Many advocates say that farmers can produce more with
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7 Alternatives to Unhealthy Habits By PositiveMed-Team Edited By: Stephanie dawson 1. If your pep comes from a bottle Before you reach for anther caffeine-charged energy drink have a glass of water or seltzer. It may be a side-effect of fluid loss that feels like fatigue to you. You are likely to feel tired even
7 Foods that Burn Belly Fat Belly fat has become a fact of life for millions of people around the world. Many things are responsible for accumulation of belly fat including lifestyle and eating habits. Proper food and exercise is important to combat belly fat. Here are 7 foods that burn belly fat. 1. Oatmeal
A Guide to Juice Cleanse A fasting method and diet in which consumption of only fruits and vegetable juices are permitted to obtain nutrition is called juice cleansing. This is considered dangerous by many health professionals, whereas the health benefits of juicing are not yet proven. This type of fasting may last anywhere from a
What Are Love Handles? By PositiveMed-Team Edited By: Stephanie Dawson Love handle is an informal term used to describe excess fat at the sides of the waistline. Its also known as abdominal obesity or muffin top. They come up when layers of excessive subcutaneous fat accumulate over the stomach and abdominal area. They can be
12 ‘Bad’ Foods That are Actually Good for You By PositiveMed-Team Edited By: Stephanie Dawson 1. White rice Researchers have found that white rice is rich in essential vitamins and minerals. Studies suggest that people who eat white rice are less likely to gain weight than people who eat brown rice. Though white rice is
Longevity Grocery List By PositiveMed-Team Edited By: Stephanie dawson 1. Vegetables Vegetables contain important nutrients and have lots of fiber. If you eat 5-9 servings each day your body will build immunity to fight disease. The following vegetables should help boost your disease-fighting potential: • Jicama • Kale • Sweet Potatoes Jicama is a root
10 Unbelievable Tricks to Make the Perfect Smoothie 1. Keep it unique The smoothies available for purchase are not as healthy as what we can prepare at home with little effort. If you prepare your own smoothie at home with your own ingredients and mixes, you know what’s in it and control calories and nutrients
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The Bitter Truth Behind Bottled Drinking WaterBy PositiveMed-TeamEdited By: Stephanie Dawson Many people believe that bottled drinking water is healthier than tap water because of the absence of things like parasites, chlorine, dioxins, and fluoride. There are some areas in the world that do not have safe drinking water. If you live there you should
Foods that Create and Eliminate MucusBy Positivemed-TeamEdited By: Stephanie Dawson Mucus in the nose and throat can be annoying. Most people recognize that there are foods that make mucus worse but many don’t know that there are foods you can eat that will make mucus better. Let’s take a look: Foods that create mucus: •
Natural Ways to Stay Awake By PositiveMed-Team Edited By: Stephanie Dawson Eating an apple An apple a day keeps your drowsiness away. According to some surveys, apples work better than coffee to keep you awake. Proper nutrients and healthy diet contribute to healthy sleep and helps avoid daytime sleepiness. Power Nap Taking a power nap
Blood is an important component of our body that performs various functions like providing important nutrients and oxygen to various parts of the body, and carrying waste and carbon dioxide away from those cells, which is vital for proper functioning of other organs. The overall health of a person is dependent upon the blood of
21 Simple Tips to Stay Healthy All Year Round By PositiveMed-Team Edited By: Stephanie Dawson • Don’t skip breakfast Breakfast is the first and most important meal of the day. You should not skip breakfast as it keeps you energized throughout the day. • Avoid late night snacks Stop eating at least 3 hours before
8 Best Foods To Keep Your Lungs Strong And Healthy By PositiveMed-Team Edited By: Stephanie Dawson • Pistachios Pistachios are a dry nut that is beneficial for lung health. Studies have suggested that consumption of pistachios provides the body with a special type of vitamin E named Gama-tocopherol that provides a defense against various types
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8 Foods that Increase Your Sperm Count The sperm Count is one of the most important characteristics in male fertility. Research shows that, in more than half of infertility issues in couples, low sperm count is the cause. According to the World Health Organization, sperm counts of more than 15 million sperm cells per milliliter
10 Health Benefits of Chewing Gum Edited By: Stephanie Dawson As kids many of us loved chewing gum and blowing bubbles out of it. Opinions remain divided whether or not this sticky substance is good for us, the benefits seem to outweigh the risks at this time. Keep in mind sugar-free gum is often sweetened
