https://youtu.be/CVr4U4pEmxI Ready to satisfy your sweet tooth? Then watch this episode, where we’re sharing Bianca’s famous gluten-free, vegan chocolate chip cookie recipe. And for a special treat, she’s turning them into creamy, vegan ice cream cookie sandwiches – you don’t want to miss this YUM! by Michael Alexander ...
Read MoreYou may think of calorie counting as something people only do for weight loss, but it can be just as important for helping with weight gain, especially if you're not seeing a lot of change in your physique. Sometimes you're just not eating as much...
Read More↓ IF YOU HAVEN’T TRIED one of these recipes yet, it’s time to get down with your blender and one of the mind-blowing superfood ice creams we’ve been sharing from our friends at Addicitve Wellness. Each functional recipe is loaded with high-performance tonic herbs that left us energized and amazed after our kitchen...
Read MorePlus a recipe: Spring into Summer Salad with Berries, Peach and Rose ↓ Spring is giving way to summer. Pungent, astringent, bitter greens like arugula, dandelion, mustard, purslane, and pea are yielding to summer’s sweet, cooling foods like strawberries, stone fruits, melons, and squash. As the season turns, there...
Read MoreProtein can hold off hunger better than simple carbs like those you find in crackers and cookies. But can protein help you actually lose weight or is it all hype? When a friend hears that you want to lose weight, she might suggest that you start...
Read MoreEat quality protein. Eat lots of vegetables. Use spices rather than sugary sauces. Try this approach and see how it works for you! ↓ People talk a lot about inflammation these days: What it is, where it begins, what consequences it produces, and of course, how you...
Read More↓ This lentil soup recipe, made in Indian style, must be one of the easiest healthy recipes ever featured on Happy Bellyfish. It only needs three basic ingredients, no exotic spices and a very simple way of preparation. It tastes heavenly and can be served on...
Read More↓ Ginseng is found in all kinds of supplements that claim to do everything from slowing aging to increasing male virility. Not surprisingly, given those claims, it's an incredibly popular supplement—and has been for thousands of years! But does the science back it up? ↓ What Is Ginseng? Many...
Read More♦ True, eating a well-balanced diet is important at any age, but when you enter into the golden era of your life, you need to give more attention and importance to what you eat. Yes, you have heard this advice before; older adults need to pay...
Read More↓ Being a vegetarian or vegetarian definitely has its benefits, such as a lowered risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, and some cancers. ↓ But I’ll be totally frank with you: staying healthy on a diet without clean animal protein requires special considerations. I know this firsthand,...
Read More◊ Fresh herbs of all kinds are fleeting. We've all had the experience of reaching into the fridge only to find what was once a bountiful bunch of fresh herbs now wilted and dying. Some are quicker to slip away than others. The worst offender in...
Read MoreBeets are a sweet root vegetable full of important vitamins and minerals.(1) Beets help with detoxing, lowering blood pressure, and improving heart health They can increase energy levels and stamina as well as boost brain functions. The root and the green tops are full of healthy nutrients....
Read More↓ Balancing and fortifying, light and purifying, healing and nurturing, in many ways it’s the world’s original smart food. In October and November, as days grow brisk, leaves scatter on chilly winds, and night comes early, there is nothing as warm and welcoming as a steaming bowl of kichari. Split mung...
Read More↓ Try these three recipes for better digestion. The holidays can overwhelm. Whether it is our schedule, our nerves, our physical reserves, this is the time when the surge of seasonal joy can threaten to inundate. But nature is here to support you. Specifically, Ayurveda sees this as...
Read MoreWhats the Main Difference Between Quinoa and Couscous? ↓ Because of their round shape and similar texture, many people often wonder what the difference is between couscous and quinoa. Although they might be comparable in appearance and culinary applications, quinoa and couscous are actually from completely different foods. ↓ Below we...
Read MoreWant to look younger, feel healthier, sleep better? Ashwagandha, the miraculous herb is just the ticket for you. Scroll down for the powerful health benefits and beauty benefits of Ashwagandha. ↓ Ashwagandha, the magical herb, is considered to be nature's gift to mankind. For centuries, Ayurvedic medicine has used it...
Read MoreJust how important is vitamin C? Research shows vitamin C has antioxidant, immune-boosting, and recovery-enhancing properties you just can't ignore! ↓ While all vitamins and minerals are incredibly important for normal body function, few stand out quite as much as vitamin C. This vitamin has a variety...
Read More↓ Balancing and fortifying, light and purifying, healing and nurturing, in many ways it’s the world’s original smart food. In October and November, as days grow brisk, leaves scatter on chilly winds, and night comes early, there is nothing as warm and welcoming as a steaming bowl of kichari. Split mung...
Read MoreEvery now and then, it's a good idea to call out superstar spices such as turmeric. And this week, we’re going to highlight one of my favorite spices of all time: Turmeric. ↓ Yes, it's the bright yellow spice often used in curries, mustards and Indian cuisine. ↓ It’s gained...
Read More♠ How We Became Deficient in the Most Abundant Fat on the Planet ↓ Have you ever wondered why Americans—who, like all humans, evolved on the savannas of Africa—are now being advised to consume fish twice a week? ↓ This would boost our consumption of omega-3s, of course—essential fats that...
Read MoreNo matter what you weigh tightening your middle could mean a healthier you. You may not be overweight, but you still have a “muffin top” that’s driving you crazy. If you find yourself with extra weight around the middle, there’s more to think about than the...
Read MoreUsed since ancient times, naturally, sweet Stevia is everywhere these days. Is it safe to add to your supplement supply, and will it help you lose weight? Learn how Stevia affects your health. ↓ Cutting back on sugar is one of the most simple and effective things...
Read MoreIt’s not hard — meet your daily fiber needs with our sample dietary fiber meal plan. ↓ Yep, that dreaded Fiber word still continues to surface, even for those who practice a “clean, whole foods” diet. Back when the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015-2020 was released, dietary fiber...
Read MoreDieting mythologies have taught us that cravings are our enemies. We are told to ignore the plaintive cries of our evil bodies as they try to trick us into feeding them! Cravings are actually pretty remarkable. When they arise, it’s because the body knows we are...
Read MoreHave you ever wondered why you're so hungry after a workout? After any strength-training workout, the human body automatically begins to crave nutritional support. Exercise causes a depletion of the essential muscle glycogen, as well as a breakdown of the muscle structure. This breakdown is not...
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