Our bodies are made of protein. All parts of the body depend in some way on protein for survival. In fact, the word protein was coined by a Dutch chemist in 1839 and means “of first importance”. Here’s an example of protein’s importance in our bodies: 98 percent of hair and skin are protein Heart,
Herbal Tea Can Assist Weight Loss
Herbal teas are very useful in strengthening our nervous and immune system and giving us nourishment. In traditional Chinese medicine, every flavor of tea is associated with a certain organ system of the body. The sweet flavor that is found in the star anise seed is particularly soothing for the stomach and the bitterness of
Beneficial Berries
February is Berry Fresh Month. Berries have literally earned a “health halo” in the world of nutrition. In fact, berries have also become the favorite fruit of the public at large. Of all fruits, consumer research finds strawberries the absolute favorite among adults and kids. Over the past decade, multiple research findings support the health
Pistachio: The Fruit Nut
National Pistachio Day January 26 Pistachio History The pistachio was introduced to Italy from Syria early in the first century A.D. Archaeological evidence in Turkey indicate the nuts were being used for food as early as 7,000 B.C. The tree was first introduced into the United States in 1854 by Charles Mason, who distributed seed
The Healing Essence of Flowers
Bach Flower Therapy Dr. Edward Bach, a British medical doctor and bacteriologist, discovered a system of treating emotional imbalances using the “essence” of flowers. He had observed that many of his patients’ emotional difficulties seemed to be having a negative effect on their physical health. In search of a way to help them and after
