Red Wine: The healthier choice?
You have probably heard of people who drink wine (particularly red) because they believe it is healthy for the heart. The source of this...
Is chocolate "really" healthy?
There have been many studies in the news lately touting the various benefits of chocolate - dark chocolate in particular. These benefits...
Cereal, with a heaping of sugar
We don't tend to equal cereal with junk food, but if we take a closer look at the sugar content of many cereals, we will likely change...
Non-dairy milk?
With the exception of soy milk, I had always considered milk to come from a cow, period. However, an article from Berkley Wellness shows...
Too much caffeine?
Are you bothered by headaches, restlessness, or anxiety? You may be consuming too much caffeine. Experts recommend a limit of 500...
Should you jump on the gluten-free bandwagon?
You have likely heard the term "gluten free" by now. As recent as five years ago, the term was virtually unheard of, whereas it is now a...
The Dangers of Powered Caffeine
Many of us associate caffeine primarily with coffee and soft drinks, although it's many other food products and beverages as well. But...
Examining Fat
The title story for a recent edition of Time Magazine is simply and provocatively entitled "Eat Butter". The author, a member of...
The Benefits of Turmeric
You may think of turmeric simply as a spice added to food to enhance the flavour, but it is so much more. While turmeric is a major...
A little indulgence never hurt anyone
That little indulgence you enjoy over the weekend may not affect long-term weight loss. In fact, it may help you keep your weight under...
