7 Low-Acid Foods To Add To Your Diet

In todays world of processed foods, sodas, and coffee multiple times a day, there is no surprise our bodies are becoming more acidic, and your stomach is taking the brunt of the damage. You know it all too well. Heartburn. That fiery sensation that grabs hold of your lower chest after you eat something you know you shouldn’t have. What

4 Ways Sugar is Affecting Your Childs Health

I’ll admit it, I have a sweet tooth. I love late night ice cream, I devour birthday cake, and I always have an urge to get a cookie when there available. However, one thing I am good at, is knowing when and when not to have too much sugar as it really can affect ones physical and mental health. Did

8 Reasons To Support Your Local Farmers Market

This past weekend, I spent my saturday with friends going to our local San Diego farmers market. It never ceases to amaze me the diversity in products that are available from DIY hydroponic gardens,  huge varieties of produce, local marinades, and even freshly caught rabbits and seafood. From savoring produce at the peak of freshness to meeting the people who grow

12 Foods With More Sugar Than A Krispy Kreme Doughnut

    Via takepart:Sugar has become a super-villain of sorts. We see its evil machinations in the form of Tony the Tiger eering down at children and in rats getting addicted to Oreos like they were cocaine. Even the substitutes it has spawned can cause weight gain, brain tumors, bladder cancer, and many other health problems. Still, 71.4 percent of American adults allot more

Five “Healthy” Foods Derailing Your Weight Loss Goals This Summer

As summer rolls around, many people set goals for weight loss to put them in the best shape for the summer months. New diets, exercise plans, and health oriented goals all get integrated in the hope of shedding those extra pounds. However, if your exercising regularly and still not seeing those extra pounds shed, it might be worth to take

Tips For Eating Healthy On A Tight Budget

Many families make a difficult compromise: How can we balance eating well with staying within our budget? Luckily for families, there are a few simple tricks you can use to make the money in your budget stretch farther than you ever thought possible. Before heading out to the grocery store, think about these five shopping strategies. Shop with a plan.