Firstly, honey is not just one of the oldest cultivated “health” foods, but also one of the most delicious natural sweeteners. And, it
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The Good, the Bad and the Chocolate
Few foods generate as much passion as chocolate. Perhaps it was inevitable with a plant given the scientific name of Theobroma (Greek for “food of
The Darker, the Better for This Superfood
Chocolate has long been a staple in America. Within the past decade, it has become the largest part of the multi-billion dollar US confectionary indu
5 Benefits of Hot Tea
Bitter cold January days call for nothing less than a long bath, candles lit, and cup after cup of hot tea to warm you up from the inside out. A hot,
7 Amazing Beauty Uses for Tomatoes
Tomatoes rarely come up in conversation unless I'm ordering a salad or veggie burger. But after senior style editor Ellie asked me about the beauty be
The Easiest Superfood You Can Grow at Home
Amid all the talk of exotic superfoods that are flown half way around the world to meet a growing demand from health-conscious consumers, there is o
3 Sweet Truths About The Health Benefits of Chocolate
Today is Valentine’s Day, and it’s no secret that this holiday is filled with lots of sweet indulgences. Heart-shaped chocolate boxes and decadent
What So Sweet About Chocolate?
Maybe the reason it is the favorite flavor of America is because it tastes so good...chocolate, that is. According to the National Day Calendar, th
The Sweet Health Benefits of Maple Syrup
Though many of us associate maple syrup with the autumn months, it’s actually early spring when the sap begins to flow. So all this month, maple tre
7 Fruits and Vegetables to Enjoy During National Nutrition Month
This month March, is National Nutrition Month. This year's theme is "Put Your Best Fork Forward." While of course, it is important to eat foods that a