antioxidants
Spinach, Alkaline Food Of The Week
Almost all foods we regularly consume are acidic or acid forming in our bodies. And this fact puts a lot of pressure on our body, as it needs to be constantly fighting to maintain it's balance. When our body is acidic, it is vulnerable to become ill. The opposite is also true, when our body is in...
Fruits Are Not Dessert
Even though when we talk about alkaline foods, fruits fall on the neutral to acid side of the spectrum, these foods are packed with nutrients, and can be very beneficial to our health if eaten correctly, as part of a balanced diet. The acidifying, or alkalizing effect of fruits in our body is...
An Alkaline Diet May Reduce Your Risk of Stroke
A scary percentage of us are at risk of stroke. There are things we can do to not be part of that statistic. Day after day we see more evidence of the countless benefits of living a healthy lifestyle, and having good nutrition. A diet rich in life Fruits and Vegetables and Alkaline Foods allows...
The Colors of Antioxidants
Antioxidants are molecules that inhibit the oxidation of other molecules. Oxidation, also known as oxidative stress, is a chemical reaction that "steals" an electron from other cells. Oxidation produces free radicals. Atoms are held together by a 2 electron bond. When an electron is "stolen" ,...
One Step to Prevent Moldy Berries
We have all had to throw away berries because they become moldy. Here is a great tip to prevent moldy berries! Berries are a fantastic source of antioxidants, and big favorites as part of an alkaline diet. They are not only delicious, and low in calories, but very nutritious at the same time....
Garlic Makes it Good
"Tomatoes and oregano make it Italian; wine and tarragon make it French. Sour cream makes it Russian; lemon and cinnamon make it Greek. Soy sauce makes it Chinese; Garlic makes it good." Alice May Brock From scaring away vampires to home made glue, going through soul cleanser and alternative...