The human digestive tract contains over 400 types of microorganisms that help us digest our food and keep the bad bacteria from growing in our guts. Good bacteria, known as probiotics, can help with digestive problems, including diarrhea, bloating, gas, lactose intolerance, and irritable bowel syndrome. Despite a lack of conclusive scientific evidence for their…
As the saying goes, it’s not the destination, it’s the journey, but sometimes when travelling the journey can make the destination not seem worth the trouble. Avoid hassle and enjoy the journey with these tips for smooth air travel. Arrive Early Give yourself plenty of time for things to go wrong, and you’ll be stress…
By now most of us have heard the good news – chocolate is good for you! Chock-full of cholesterol lowering monounsaturated fats and boasting heart-healthy antioxidants, chocolate isn’t only delicious; it’s more than a little nutritious. Studies are uncovering more and more benefits of this favorite wonder-food every day – some even claim eating chocolate…
If it seems like airfare is getting more expensive every year, that’s probably because it is. Rising fuel costs and shrinking competition as airlines merge means that prices are on the rise. For many cash-strapped travelers, finding a cheap ticket can be the difference between a life-changing adventure and staying home. Finding inexpensive airline tickets…
We’ve all been there – you’re going to a dinner party, or preparing a meal for a big date, and you need a good bottle of wine. You walk into the store, find the wine section… and have no idea where to start. Overwhelming lines of bottles stare at you while you try to decipher the meanings of…
There are plenty of healthy foods to choose from, but what about healthy spices? Spices don’t just improve the taste of your food—they also have serious health benefits! Whether you’re suffering from disease or perfectly healthy, these five spices can improve your health and your cooking. Cayenne Pepper These little peppers are popular all over…
Vegetarian food isn’t just for earthy-crunchy-hippie people anymore. People are increasingly recognizing the benefits of having less meat in their diets, with many introducing Meatless Mondays, a weekly foray into vegetarian eating, into their routines. There’s lots of reasons to give up the meat for a day a week – read on for reasons to…
After six months of age, your baby will be ready to try new and exciting soft and solid foods. Keep your baby healthy and happy with these delicious foods that parents can enjoy too! Cheese You can start feeding small bits of pasteurized cheese to your baby at six months of age. Make sure to cut into…
Most parents know that for the first four to six months of life, babies should only be fed breastmilk or baby formula. But what about when Junior is ready to try his baby teeth on a real food? Find out which foods aren’t safe for babies and keep Junior healthy and safe. Honey Honey is practically a…
No matter where you’re going, you’re going to need fuel to get there. Make every meal memorable with these tips for finding good grub on the go. Know the Local Specialties You want papaya salad and spicy coconut curries in Thailand, not pizza. Save that for Naples. Eat couscous and tagine in Morocco and bretzels…
