A baby boomer's perspective on living life to the fullest
IntroductionIf you’re looking to experience fat-loss results, or simply want to boost your overall health, one of the best decisions you can make is to keep only healthy foods in the house. If you keep unhealthy snacks and convenience foods…
Introduction Besides being a rich source of dietary fiber, which helps give you that “full” feeling so you’re less likely to overeat, veggies are virtually calorie-free. You can eat practically as much fresh produce as you really want without having…
TigerBill’s Kitchen This is based on a recipe I modified from one my son originally shared with me. It’s a healthy, gluten-free bread that’s perfect with any meal or snack anytime of the day or night. And it takes only…
The plant Stevia rebaudiana has been used for more than 1,500 years by the Guaraní peoples of South America, who referred to it as a sweet herb. The leaves have been used for hundreds of years in both Brazil and Paraguay…
Dates are rich in both soluble and insoluble fiber, which promote heavy bowel function and prevent cancer. They are also a great source of natural sugars. I look for organic dates as the main sweetener in snack bars I’m considering,…
Chicory root is particularly high in inulin, which is a soluble fiber that passes through the body undigested. This is why its known for its role in preventing colorectal cancers. Foods containing chicory root fiber also contribute to weight loss by…
Whey is the the liquid portion of the milk that separates from the curds during the process of making cheese. Whey contains fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals, and is a considered a complete protein because it contains all 9 essential…
Dark chocolate is one of nature’s best sources of caffeine. In healthy limits, caffeine is good for you. Especially when you get it from Dark Chocolate, which contains polyphenols that help reduce the rate at which caffeine enters the bloodstream.…
Sesame seeds are highly valued for their oil, which is exceptionally resistant to turning rancid. That famous quote from the Arabian Nights, open sesame, refers to the bursting open of the sesame seed pod when it reaches maturity. A far…
Oysters are a superfood that are good for you, providing you eat them sparingly. Research has shown that their reputation as an aphrodisiac is well founded because they are rich in rare amino acids that trigger increased levels of sex…
Common Names: noni, morinda, Indian mulberry, hog apple, canary wood Latin Name: Morinda citrifolia Noni is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows throughout the tropical regions of the Pacific Ocean, from Southeast Asia to Australia. Noni has a history of use as…
Another sexy superfood, the potassium in sweet potatoes helps fight high blood pressure, which is associated with a higher risk of erectile dysfunction. They’re also rich in beta-carotene, which provides vitamin A. This is suspected to be helpful for those…
If you ever get turned on after eating watermelon, that’s because it’s high in phytonutrients that boost libido. A study done by Texas A&M suggested that the lycopene, citrulline, and beta-carotene in watermelon may help relax blood vessels, which can…
Another sexy superfood, avocados contain vitamin B6 and E that promote better blood flow. They’re also a good source of minerals and monounsaturated fats known to promote heart health and improved circulation, both of which are necessary for a healthy…
Things to Remember: #1: You are what you eat. #2: Weight loss is easy, when you know how! And to find out just how easy weight loss is, if you haven’t already done so, please subscribe to our valuable newsletter…
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Fruits and veggies are low in fat, calories, and sodium, have no cholesterol, and are high in fiber. Fiber from fruits and vegetables helps fill you up so don’t feel like eating more, and it helps move the digestive process…
I don’t know about you but we don’t have time to spend hours making a main dish so we concentrate on making main courses that taste great but are quick and easy to put together. If you feel the same…