Author: Coach Jessie

  • Benefits of This HOT Heart-Healthy Immune-Booster

    Benefits of This HOT Heart-Healthy Immune-Booster

    Hot peppers have been used for cooking and medical purposes for ages, and the serrano pepper is one of them. Not only does it share the characteristics of the desired spiciness in many popular dishes, similar to cayenne pepper, but the serrano pepper can actually generate relief for sore muscles, arthritic patients, those who have heart problems, boost… Read more

  • This “Non-Flower” Fruit Supports Weight Management?

    This “Non-Flower” Fruit Supports Weight Management?

    Since ancient times, figs have been associated with health and prosperity. They’re symbolically linked to Demeter, the Greek goddess of agriculture and fertility, and were offered to the god Bacchus in ancient Rome.  Not your typical fruit, figs are technically a collection of inverted flowers that, if left alone, would bloom from the inside out.… Read more

  • 6 Things You Didn’t Know About Grapes

    6 Things You Didn’t Know About Grapes

    Grapes! There are now over 10,000 different varieties grown worldwide, across many different terrains and in an array of different climates but only 10 are the most popular grape varieties. Grapes are the world’s biggest and most valuable fruit crop — and are among the sweetest natural foods we can eat. But given their high sugar content,… Read more

  • 8 Reasons Why You Want This Fruit

    8 Reasons Why You Want This Fruit

    Avocados, with their creamy texture and distinct nutty flavor, have earned their reputation as a nutritional powerhouse and a culinary delight. Native to Central and South America, these pear-shaped fruits (more on that later) have captivated the taste buds of people worldwide, finding their way into countless dishes and snacks. Beyond their delectable taste, avocados… Read more

  • Protection From The Sun Without Sunscreen

    Protection From The Sun Without Sunscreen

    From increasing your vitamin D levels to boosting your mood, sunlight can improve your health in numerous ways. But unprotected exposure to the sun can be unhealthy. The sun produces harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation that can cause problems like sunburn or sun poisoning. It can also have other adverse effects, such as premature skin aging, skin cancer, and eye damage. And it’s not… Read more

  • Why Eat the Rainbow Every Day

    “Eat the rainbow” is a fundamental healthy eating tip. (And no, we don’t mean artificially colored foods like Skittles or M&Ms!) But what does it mean? Why is it important to get a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables in your diet? You may be tempted to find a few foods you or your kids… Read more

  • Men’s Healthy Eating Game Plan

    Men’s Healthy Eating Game Plan

    Because of poor health habits, lack of health insurance, failure to seek medical attention, and dangerous occupations, men live sicker and die younger than women. Men die at higher rates for the top causes of death. This includes deaths from cancer, diabetes, suicide, and accidents and diseases of the heart, kidney and liver. Taking control… Read more

  • Hot Weather Desserts [Recipe]

    Hot Weather Desserts [Recipe]

    For many of us, summer means hot weather and plenty of sunshine. It also often means get-togethers and outdoor activities, sometimes over a shared meal. But as sweat beads our brows and our core temperatures rise, we often look for ways to cool off. Maybe that means jumping in a body of water if you’re… Read more

  • One Potato, Two Potatoes, Eat Potatoes or None?

    One Potato, Two Potatoes, Eat Potatoes or None?

    If you do an online search for potatoes, you’ll see a lot of discussion about whether they’re healthy or not. Many nutritionists and health professionals recommend limiting potato consumption. And some food guides don’t even include potatoes in the vegetable group. So why do people argue against eating potatoes? Here are the three main reasons:… Read more

  • This Fruit Protects Against Top 2 Causes of Death

    This Fruit Protects Against Top 2 Causes of Death

    Although it may not be as revered as the apple, banana, or even tomato (at least in the western world), the mango is one of the most commonly eaten fruits worldwide. And production has gone up around 20% in the last few years globally, averaging over 55 million mangoes per year. This luscious, juicy, sweet fruit that… Read more