As one of the more unusual foods to make a name for itself as a staple of popular western cuisine, avocados have a strange history. “Discovered” by conquistadores during the first visits to the Americas, avocados looked and tasted unlike anything European palates had ever known. At the same time, there was something about the [...]
Everyone has seen the word, maybe heard it on the television, radio, and even on billboards. The acai berry and the diet associated with it. But what is it exactly and why is there a huge fuss about it?
First of all, the acai berry has been used for many generations by native Brazilians. It is [...]
Snacks can be a dangerous thing. That is, if we forget or overlook the real purpose of food in the first place. When we remember, snacks can be a powerful ‘tool’ for maximizing your health and performance.
Food is a source of FUEL. It provides energy and the raw materials for every function our bodies and [...]
Many people are familiar with licorice as a tasty candy. You are probably very familiar with the red or black vine-style licorice sold in stores and vending machines or large plastic tubs. Some people only prefer sweeter licorice like red vines and give the stronger, less sweet black licorice to someone else. Whichever kind is [...]
It is well known that there is a correlation between drinking water and weight loss. The human body is made up mostly of water and therefore requires it to operate in the best possible capacity. The majority of people do not drink enough water. Since the body is made up of water and requires it [...]