Health

Good news for yogurt lovers. Newly published research shows that eating fermented food containing Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium -- two types of healthy bacteria can also provide neurochemicals to stimulate mental well-being. Read more here.

I was thrilled to read the article posted on Real Age today about the health benefits of Dark Chocolate for UV Protection. Just make sure you protect your chocolates from the sun so they don't melt. Enjoy reading and eating. Here's a link to the article

Good news is somewhat hard to come by these days, so I was thrilled to learn this from the Natural Marketing Institute.  “Pure, natural and simple will be the growing mantra of an ever-evolving and increasingly savvy consumer.

A standout at the Expo West and new darling of the natural food enthusiasts is Chia. This grain has a high concentration of Omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidant activity. It has knocked blueberries to second place. Chia seeds can be added to salads, cereals, smoothies, even baked in breads and muffins. Recommended servings are 2 per day, 2 T each serving.

For dieters and those who want to stay in shape, here's WSJ's picks for top apps. Some are free, none more than $3.99. I plan to try All in Yoga, and Hundred Pushups when they offer an Android app.

New studies show that strawberries have the potential to prevent esophageal cancer, A little know fact: Esophageal cancer is the third most common gastrointestinal cancer and the sixth most frequent cause of cancer death in the world. Read more here

A new study shows that marinating meats in lemon juice -- or vinegar -- can help greatly reduce the production of harmful compounds linked to aging and chronic disease. Read more here

New research shoes that our organs have their own circadian clock genes that trigger processes at specific times. Your master body clock synchronizes these individual clocks to operate in tandem and run at optimal efficiency. When we travel to different time zones, keep unusual hours, or change schedules, over time, it can alter ones metabolism and lead to health disorders. Read more

Lots of surprises in this enlightening post about everyday foods that can be poisonous. If you eat tomatoes, potatoes, almonds, lima beans, rhubarb, cassava, nutmeg, kidney beans, cherries, apricots, peaches, plums, and apples, you need to read this post.

Enjoy delicious, healthful, meals, then use the ingredients to make your hair and skin shine.
What could be better than finding new uses for tomatoes, eggs, maple syrup, coffee and avocado? Read about it here