People who consume only processed foods and fail to eat raw fruits and vegetables may be starving themselves and overeating. While this might seem like a contradiction, it’s true. More people die in the United States from overeating than from under eating. If you are not eating an enzyme-rich, plant-based diet, your body may be […]
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Gluten Free Vegan Cranberry-Walnut Granola
The name Granola was a registered trademark in the late 19th century United States for foods consisting of whole grain products crumbled and then baked until crisp, in contrast to the at that time (about 1900) contemporary invention, muesli, which is traditionally neither baked nor sweetened. The name is now a trademark only in Australia and […]
Caffeine and Mental Health
In recent years, there has been a lot of research into the effects of caffeine on mental health. According to these studies, it appears that some caffeine may be helpful for certain conditions, but may aggravate others. Research regarding the effects of caffeine in depression has been mixed. Some studies have found that caffeine can […]