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Papaya and Milk Smoothie is a famous tropical street vendor selling drink and popular in Taiwan. It is easy to obtain since papaya is native to Taiwan. But the good news is, you don't have to live in Taiwan to enjoy this nutrient packed tropical treat. Only 3 minutes of prep time, and you...

The Papaya Banana Smoothie is a classic and easy smoothie. This delicious recipe is sweet, creamy, as well as packed with calcium and potassium yielding a myriad of health benefits.  Many feel this smoothie is a must for the morning! What are the Benefits of Papaya? The unique sweetness, the flavor, and color, papaya are a...

It's good to know that you can indulge yourself with a caffeine-free variety. And if you're looking for caffeine-free tea, you will be pleased to know that there are dozens of aromas and flavors from which to choose, as well as some reap fantastic health benefits.  Caffeine Free Tea #1: Rooibos Tea Rooibos tea has been...

While wild rice is low in calories it is especially rich in fiber and antioxidants. Wild rice also has a lower and better GI at 45 compared to white rice coming in at 76. Wild rice also provides generous amounts of vital nutrients such as vitamin A, vitamin B2 (riboflavin), vitamin B6 (folate), iron,...

Americans on average eat over 10 pounds of oatmeal every year. And while that’s good, the American heart association recommends that Americans actually double that intake!   Oatmeal is absolutely jammed full of goodness. It’s low fat, generous in fiber, antioxidants, manganese, phosphorous, magnesium, iron, zinc, copper, folate and vitamins B1 and B5. That means...

The first example of zinc deficiency was discovered in an Iranian male in 1961 who exhibited symptoms of anemia, dwarfism, and hypogonadism. The 21-year-old farmer subsisted on a diet of potatoes, flatbread, and milk. Shortly after, similar symptoms were discovered in young Egyptian males with the same dietary intake. Health organizations have since become aware...

Celery is fat-free, high in fiber and water content and very low in calories, in fact a medium stalk of celery contains a mere six calories. Celery is also rich in vitamin K, vitamin A, folate, calcium, potassium, magnesium, iron, and antioxidants. With that in mind, here are 10 health benefits that you can...

Lemon water is literally laced with benefits for your body. And here are five of the very best! Lemon Water Benefit #1: Keeps your body hydrated One of the most basic things we can do to ensure our well-being is to stay hydrated. And what better way to do that than with a...

Like so much that is both new and then subsequently grows rapidly in popularity, there is a lot separation of myths from facts that’s needs to be done. Accordingly, if you are interested in intermittent fasting, read on to get the low-down on this health regime revelation! What exactly is Intermittent Fasting? Intermittent fasting entails an...

Detoxing should happen daily as your body is periodically seeking to release toxins from tissues to prevent build-up. Not only does it encourage new healthy cell regeneration, but also helps reverse the aging process and even prevent diseases. Here are three great ways to detox your body daily. Easy Daily Detox Option #1: Lemon Water Lemons...