Coconut water is the aqueous part of the coconut endosperm (not to be confused with coconut milk, which is the liquid product obtained by grating the solid endosperm). It comes from green coconuts and is best drunk straight from the coconut. If you travel to or live in a tropical country you will no doubt find roadside vendors who will chop off the top of a green coconut to … [Read more...]
Varieties of Slimming Weight Loss Tea
It may be surprising to many to find out that there are only three basic kinds of tea; black, green, and oolong tea. Within these different teas there are numerous flavors and specialties, not to mention the herbal teas that are also very popular. Among the different types, green tea tends to stand out the most as the one with the highest number of touted benefits. It contains … [Read more...]
The Healthy Diabetic Diet: What to Avoid & What to Enjoy
If you are a diabetic, diet is a major part of managing your condition. It is generally agreed that a diabetic diet should be low in sugar and refined carbohydrates, while relatively high in dietary fiber, especially soluble fiber. So avoid starchy vegetables, saturated and trans fats, fried foods, high-calorie beverages, white bread, cereal, pasta, and other simple … [Read more...]
How Do Superfoods Promote Wellbeing and Overall Health?
What Are Superfoods? Superfoods provide value in terms of contributing to your overall health and strength They are rich in vitamins and minerals, and contain high amounts of fiber, antioxidants, and healthy fats, among other compounds. There are lots of superfoods you may encounter every day, for example, strawberries, cauliflower, kale, and cherries, and others that are … [Read more...]
Can Clean Eating Lead to Improved Work Performance?
Eating healthy: It may sound like a hill you can’t climb—or don’t even want to. But eating healthy, sometimes called clean eating, is really about a few simple principles, and those principles can do more than just change the numbers on the scale. Eating better can also lead to an improved performance at work: If you’re eating more fruits and vegetables, studies have found that … [Read more...]