Calcium Rich Foods: 6 Best Sources of Calcium

Calcium Rich Foods: 6 Best Sources of Calcium

When most people in the US think of calcium, they immediately picture a glass of dairy milk. But should this be so? Milk is actually only one of many sources of calcium, and by far not the best one — dark leafy green vegetables, legumes, nuts and seeds are much...

Where Do You Get Your Calcium? The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Dairy Products

Where Do You Get Your Calcium? The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Dairy Products

Where Do You Get Your Calcium? is a question that often comes up in conversations about vegan diet. Fact is, animal-protein foods, such as meat, eggs, and dairy products, are highly acidic and produce poisonous byproducts when they are broken down so the body buffers the toxins with calcium before they are eliminated. This depletes calcium reserves in the body, including the bones, so the benefit of dietary intake of calcium from animal products is cancelled.

Calcium Overdose: Can a person overdose on calcium?

Calcium Overdose: Can a person overdose on calcium?

Most people worry about not getting enough calcium. But should you worry about getting too much calcium? Can a person overdose on calcium? Excessive levels of calcium in the blood lead to a condition known as hypercalcemia, which can have many causes, including...

Signs of Calcium Deficiency

Signs of Calcium Deficiency

Do you know the signs of a calcium deficiency? Even if you are eating healthy diet, it's important to know the calcium deficiency symptoms that may occur if the body is not absorbing enough calcium from the diet. Calcium must be eaten daily and absorbed effectively in...

Benefits of Plant Based Diet: CNN Interview Where Doctors Explain Healthy Way for Bill Clinton’s Dramatic Weight Loss

Benefits of Plant Based Diet: CNN Interview Where Doctors Explain Healthy Way for Bill Clinton’s Dramatic Weight Loss

There are many physicians who recommend whole plant food diet to their patients. If you want more information from a licensed physician, I highly recommend that you read books by Dr. Joel Fuhrman. Books by T.C. Campbell, Dr. Esselstyn, Dr. Neal Barnard, and many others also promote this lifestyle.

Listen to this interview on CNN where two prominent doctors, Dr. Ornish and Dr. Esselstyn, explain healthy way for Bill Clinton’s dramatic weight loss and improved health.

Curried Sweet Potato Lentil Soup (or Stew) Recipe

Curried Sweet Potato Lentil Soup (or Stew) Recipe

I love making big pot of thick soup a few times per week. They are rich, filling, and very satisfying; full of good-for-you ingredients, and are easy to make - just chopping, no advanced cooking skills required! This is recipe for a sweet potato and lentil stew, with...