Don’t Forget The Veggies!

It is no secret that people are becoming increasingly sedentary, the rates of obesity more than demonstrate this alarming trend, and the ages at which people are becoming increasingly sedentary keep getting younger and younger. People are choosing to spend the bulk of their time sitting or lying down while they watch TV, endlessly scroll on mobile devices, or play video games as people become more accustomed to the convenience of everything being on demand at their fingertips. 

When it comes to herbs and spices, adding a splash of this and a dash of that can transform almost any bland dish into something scrumptious, but adding that zing to your meal may also help you to ward off certain cancers. Yes, food can be medicine, and prevention is always better than cure. 

Inflammation can be a good thing as an essential part of the body’s healing process, but it can also be a bad thing, especially when in excess. Not only does inflammation contribute to pain, swelling, and other problems it is also at the root of most modern diseases that can eventually lead to death, it can be a silent killer if left to build up unkempt. 

Chia seeds may be small, but they are loaded with a wealth of important nutrients that can help to support a healthy and nutritious diet. These tiny crunchy fiber-rich little seeds are full of protein which can help to make you feel full for longer. They come from the flowering plant Salvia hispanica, and several studies suggest that they offer a variety of health benefits such as lowering the risk of depression, heart disease, and inflammatory bowel disease.