Healthy Living Information

Hi -

Of course, use your own wisdom and judgment about practicing and adhering to any content that is contained here.

And of course, we need to exercise regularly.  There is a right exercise plan to fit each of us.  We need to know which plans are best for our individual needs . . .

Note:  Recently, I started stocking up on frozen fruits, such as mango chunks, blueberries, cherries, raspberries, etc.  I'd already been doing frozen vegetables. 

Frozen fruits and vegetables, in SOME cases, can be just as good and healthy as fresh fruits.  For more on the benefits of frozen foods, scroll down on this post to the section titled, "Benefits of frozen foods." 

Note 2: In a blender, I mix fruits and vegetables (if frozen -- slightly thawed) to make smoothies.  Healthiest = About 60% vegetables and about 40% fruit blended.

Apps Recommended by Doctors

http://venturebeat.com/2015/01/21/doctors-tap-myfitnesspal-weight-watchers-as-top-health-apps/

Food Insight

http://www.foodinsight.org/

Healthy Eating

On occasion, it's likely that I'll eat some of the "forbidden" foods on the subject list -- but CERTAINLY I'll eat them MUCH less.

http://authoritynutrition.com/low-carb-diet-meal-plan-and-menu-var/

Recipes

http://www.moneycrashers.com/easy-healthy-blender-recipes-make-smoothie-soup/

Apple spice smoothie http://nutritiouslife.com/recipes/apple-smoothie/

Note: To make the apple spice smoothie with non-dairy yogurt, scroll down on this post to the section, titled, "Non-dairy yogurt info."

Health Site

http://www.ihealthtube.com/

Healthy Diet

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jwAGunPFXo

Great health related Facebook site

https://www.facebook.com/healthdigest

Nutritional website with recipes, etc.

http://nutritiouslife.com/

Benefits of water

http://greatist.com/health/health-benefits-water

http://greatist.com/health/reasons-to-drink-water

Benefits of teas

Black  http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-and-supplements/black-tea-uses-and-risks
http://www.lifehack.org/articles/lifestyle/11-benefits-black-tea.html

Green  http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/features/health-benefits-of-green-tea
http://authoritynutrition.com/top-10-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-green-tea/
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/269538.php
http://www.lifehack.org/articles/lifestyle/11-benefits-of-green-tea-that-you-didnt-know-about.html

White  http://www.whiteteaguide.com/whiteteahealthbenefits.htm
http://www.theteatalk.com/health-benefits-of-white-tea.html
http://www.pacificcollege.edu/acupuncture-massage-news/articles/532-health-benefits-of-white-tea.html

Other types of teas and their benefits  http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/tea-types-and-their-health-benefits 
http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/tea-types-and-their-health-benefits

Herbal teas -- don't always have caffeine  http://www.livestrong.com/article/449033-do-herbal-teas-contain-caffeine/
http://teeccino.com/about/51/Caffeine-free--Herbal-Teas.html
http://www.besthealthmag.ca/best-eats/nutrition/7-herbal-teas-that-will-make-you-healthy
http://www.foxnews.com/health/2012/04/26/6-healthy-types-tea/
http://www.livestrong.com/article/158871-list-of-herbal-teas-their-benefits/
http://rbgsocialclub.wordpress.com/2012/01/04/16-herbal-teas-with-health-facts-to-put-on-your-grocery-list/

 Vitamin D

Sunshine Vitamin D

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2012/03/26/maximizing-vitamin-d-exposure.aspx

http://www.health.harvard.edu/newsweek/time-for-more-vitamin-d.htm

http://health.usnews.com/health-news/family-health/heart/articles/2008/06/23/time-in-the-sun-how-much-is-needed-for-vitamin-d

Food sources for Vitamin D (Note: Sardines are packed with Vitamin D.)

http://www.healthaliciousness.com/articles/high-vitamin-D-foods.php

http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminD-HealthProfessional/

http://whfoods.org/genpage.php?tname=nutrient&dbid=110

www.goodhousekeeping.com/health/nutrition/sources-of-vitamin-d-in-foods#slide-1http://whfoods.org/genpage.php?tname=nutrient&dbid=110

Information about sugar, sodium and processed foods

http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/sugar-not-salt-bigger-threat-blood-pressure

Juicer vs Blender -- Which is Better?  (The third one has info about carrots and broccoli . . .)

http://www.incrediblesmoothies.com/green-smoothies/green-smoothies-vs-green-juices-which-is-better/

http://realfoodswitch.com/raw-food-equipment-reviews/blender-juicer-juice-drink-smoothies/

http://foodmatters.tv/articles-1/juicing-vs-blending-which-one-is-better  
http://www.rebootwithjoe.com/juicing-vs-blending-facts/

http://www.happyjuicer.com/blenders-juicers.aspx

http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/juice-frozen-vegetables-11339.html

Does blending destroy fiber and nutrients?

http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/healthy-eating/know-your-nutrients/does-blending-destroy-fiber?page=all

http://www.incrediblesmoothies.com/faq-questions-answers/qa-does-blending-green-smoothies-destroy-90-of-nutrients/

Vegetable Smoothies -- Note: Smoothies sure do have health benefits, but don't forsake eating solid fruits and vegetables (frozen/thawed fruits and vegetables are solids, as are fresh fruits and vegetables) because eating solids helps with chewing and digestion needs.  Also, the nutritional values decrease when going from solid to smoothie forms.

http://www.smoothieweb.com/category/vegetable-smoothies/

http://simplegreensmoothies.com/5-green-smoothie-tips

http://hairscapades.com/2013/03/18/green-smoothies-frozen-veggies-better-than-fresh/

http://www.simplegreensmoothies.com/

http://simplegreensmoothies.com/recipes
http://powerhungry.com/2014/04/2550/  (This is a recipe for peas, etc.)

Best and Worst Foods for Diabetics

http://www.foxnews.com/health/2014/11/06/13-best-and-worst-foods-for-people-with-diabetes/

Super Foods for Diabetics

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A0E0DE3dlH0

10 Dangerous Foods for Diabetics

http://www.joybauer.com/photo-gallery/worst-foods-for-diabetes.aspx

5 Healthy Snacks for People with OR WITHOUT Diabeteshttp://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20306913,00.html

Apples and Diabetics - Good
http://diabetes.about.com/od/dieticianapprovedrecipes/a/What-An-Apple-Can-Do-For-Your-Diabetes.htm

Low carb fruits for diabetic diethttp://www.everydayhealth.com/diabetes-pictures/best-fruits-for-diabetes.aspx#01

Reverse Type 2 Diabetes

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJWXoiZaXgU

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LzocqmiaO-s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mAwgdX5VxGc

VEGETABLES

Fructose levels in fruits, vegetables, legumes, seeds, nuts and grains

http://familywellnesshq.com/fructose-in-fruits-veggies-nuts-seeds-legumes-grains/

Avocado

http://consciouslifenews.com/eating-green-superfood-youre-crazy/1180383/

http://www.avocadocentral.com/avocado-recipes/avocado-smoothie-recipes-and-avocado-smoothie-recipe-nutrition-analysis -- includes a recipe

Avocado smoothies http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/04/23/avocado-smoothies_n_5193023.html

How to cut and peel an avocado https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3QwuG2v-WxI

http://www.wisegeek.com/can-i-eat-avocado-pits.htm

Artichokes

http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-842-artichoke.aspx?activeingredientid=842&activeingredientname=artichoke

Benefits of Spinach

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/270609.php

Corn

http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=90

http://www.eatingwell.com/blogs/health_blog/is_corn_healthy_or_not_5_myths_about_sweet_corn_busted

http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/summer-corn-more-than-delicious

Green beans aka string beans

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/285753.php

http://www.stylecraze.com/articles/amazing-benefits-of-green-beans/

http://www.livestrong.com/article/257290-what-are-the-benefits-of-string-beans/

Carrots

http://www.care2.com/greenliving/10-benefits-of-carrots.html

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/270191.php

Benefits of Lima Beans

http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=59

Benefits of Seaweed

http://greatist.com/health/superfood-seaweed

http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2006/apr/15/healthandwellbeing.features

http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/health-benefits-eating-seaweed-6373.html

Pros and cons of potatoes

http://www.livescience.com/45838-potato-nutrition.html

http://www.livestrong.com/article/385187-what-are-the-health-benefits-of-red-potatoes/

Benefits of Peas

http://www.care2.com/greenliving/10-health-benefits-of-peas.html

http://www.nutrition-and-you.com/green-peas.html

Peas and broccoli

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2013/04/29/green-peas-broccoli-sprouts.aspx

Broccoli

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/266765.php

Risks and nutrition facts about broccoli  http://www.livescience.com/45408-broccoli-nutrition.html

Benefits of cabbage

http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=19

http://www.care2.com/greenliving/9-suprising-health-benefits-of-cabbage.html

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/284823.php

How to cook cabbage http://www.bhg.com/recipes/how-to/cooking-basics/how-to-cook-cabbage/

http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=recipe&dbid=240

Red Cabbage Salad http://healthyblenderrecipes.com/recipes/raw_vegan_red_cabbage_salad

Chopping cabbage in a blender

http://www.dvo.com/recipe_pages/deluxe/Chopping_Cabbage_in_the_Blender.html#.VKRxVcmWllI

Benefits of Kale

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/270435.php

http://authoritynutrition.com/10-proven-benefits-of-kale/

http://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-4408/Top-10-Health-Benefits-of-Eating-Kale.html

http://www.high50.com/health/three-reasons-not-to-eat-kale (for folks with certain conditions/issues)

9 Kale recipes   https://www.yahoo.com/food/9-ways-to-flavor-braised-kale-107602376689.html

Steamed Kale Recipe

http://www.choose-healthy-food.com/steamed-kale.html

YouTube Video - - Steamed Kale -  1-2 minutes steamed

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9IvmRtAwNc8

Cook Kale Greens
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=neeRAnf3XqE

No oil -- Not Even Olive Oil  (I'm still going to do some oils but NOT in excess.)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b_o4YBQPKtQ

Olive Oil Is Not Healthy

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGGQxJLuVjg

Cancer causing foods you should avoid

http://www.healthdigezt.com/16-cancer-causing-foods-you-should-avoid/

Diabetics can eat sweets and carbs . . .

http://www.diabetes.org/diabetes-basics/myths/

http://diabetestepsrx.com/should-people-with-diabetes-avoid-potatoes/

Processed foods

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/joanna-dolgoff-md/healthy-food_b_1148547.html

http://www.boston.com/lifestyle/health/blog/nutrition/2014/03/the_top_5_healthy_processed_fo.html

http://www.cookinglight.com/eating-smart/smart-choices/best-processed-foods/view-all

http://www.besthealthmag.ca/eat-well/nutrition/are-processed-meats-safe

Pasta

http://greatist.com/health/whole-wheat-pasta-healthier

http://foodbabe.com/2013/08/15/healthiest-pastas/

http://www.today.com/id/35100999/ns/today-today_health/t/whole-truth-how-healthy-your-pasta/#.VHjBImcUpp4

Warning about ingredient carrageenan
http://foodbabe.com/2014/08/19/breaking-major-company-removing-controversial-ingredient-carrageenan-because-of-you/

http://ohsheglows.com/2013/01/07/carrageenan-in-our-food/

Ralph Smart recommends foods not to eat.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gyDr7eAI1zo

Benefits of Wheat grass

http://www.healthdigezt.com/28-benefits-of-wheatgrass-you-never-knew/

Information on salt

http://chriskresser.com/shaking-up-the-salt-myth-healthy-salt-recommendations

http://blog.fooducate.com/2011/08/12/sea-salt-vs-table-salt-the-truth/

Information on milk - Note: Almond milk is non-dairy. The one rated most healthy is the unsweetened almond milk, which is what I use. 

http://www.nextavenue.org/article/2012-05/milk-alternatives-are-they-really-better-you-or-it-hype

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health-and-fitness/health/finding-a-nutritious-alternative-to-milk/article19298614/

http://www.lifehack.org/articles/lifestyle/benefits-almond-milk.html

http://healthyeater.com/almond-milk

http://www.fitday.com/fitness-articles/nutrition/the-skinny-on-milk-which-type-is-right-for-you.html

http://www.active.com/cooking/articles/7-healthy-milk-alternatives

Flax milk

http://www.onegreenplanet.org/vegan-food/the-fantastic-world-of-plant-based-milks-flax-milk-choices-diy/

http://www.godairyfree.org/product-reviews/alternatives-milk/flaxmilk-all-natural-dairy-free-beverage-could-it-be-the-best-vegan-milk-alternative

Benefits of Yogurt

http://www.stethnews.com/2829/harvard-experts-say-yoghurt-can-prevent-diabetes/

Non-dairy yogurt info

http://www.tastethedream.com/products/category/809.php

http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/blog/whole-story/new-non-dairy

http://www.culturesforhealth.com/how-to-make-non-dairy-yogurt/

http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/nondairy-alternative-yogurt-7523.html

Information on eggs

http://authoritynutrition.com/10-proven-health-benefits-of-eggs/

http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/health-benefits-hardboiled-eggs-2526.html

http://www.prevention.com/health/health-concerns/latest-research-health-benefits-eggs

http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/howto/guide/ingredient-focus-eggs

http://www.besthealthmag.ca/eggs
 
Bread

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HiMe57XX_RA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvR2dhh1SLk

Cereal

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aS6Zly3PGXY

Pros and Cons of Apple Cider Vinegar

http://www.sensualappealblog.com/whats-all-the-fuss-about-apple-cider-vinegar/

Benefits of cinnamon and honey

http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/cinnamon-powder-honey-benefits-7745.html

SPICES

Ginger

http://www.teaanswers.com/ginger-tea-recipes/

http://www.livestrong.com/article/198985-how-do-i-make-ginger-tea-with-ground-ginger/

Other uses for ground ginger:
http://thenerdyfarmwife.com/14-way-use-ground-ginger/

The following recipe is compliments of A. Wells:The Best Homemade Ginger Tea

Ingredients

Serves: 1-2

1 Tbsp. fresh grated ginger
2 cups filtered water
1 Tbsp. raw honey or pure maple syrup
½ lemon, juiced
Optional

1 cinnamon stick
Camomile flowers
Echinacea tincture
Fresh mint leaves
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Directions

Peel the ginger root with a peeler or with the back of a spoon.

Grate the ginger with a grater/zester. If you slice it, slice it thin and use more.

Infuse the ginger; if you add cinnamon, mint, camomile or cayenne, add it here.

If you are using a saucepan, bring the water to a boil, add ginger and turn off heat. Put the lid on it and let it steep for 10 minutes.

If you are using a teapot, add ginger in the teapot and pour boiling water in it. Let it steep for about 10 minutes.

If you are using a saucepan, strain the water to remove the ginger.

Add fresh lemon juice and natural sweetener if you like. Stir and enjoy!

If you want a cold tea, let your tea cool down, store it in the fridge and add ice cubes before serving.

More on cinnamon

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/266069.php

Benefits of Thyme

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/266016.php

http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=77

Benefits of Tumeric

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9IvmRtAwNc8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6Rukzubev8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kuE0wW9SOrs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ej5nCbp1UYQ

Benefits of Nutmeg

http://www.care2.com/greenliving/8-amazing-health-benefits-of-nutmeg.html

Benefits of Ginger

http://www.lifehack.org/articles/lifestyle/10-benefits-of-ginger-that-you-didnt-know-about.html

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2014/06/30/ginger-health-benefits.aspx

Side effects of ginger http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-961-ginger.aspx?activeingredientid=961&activeingredientname=ginger

Benefits of Parsley

http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=100

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/284490.php

http://www.care2.com/greenliving/7-surprising-health-benefits-of-parsley.html

Benefits of Oregano

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2014/02/01/oregano-health-benefits.aspx

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/266259.php

Benefits of Paprika

http://www.livestrong.com/article/539058-the-benefits-of-paprika/

http://www.stylecraze.com/articles/amazing-benefits-of-paprika-for-skin-hair-and-health/

http://www.stylecraze.com/articles/amazing-benefits-of-paprika-for-skin-hair-and-health/

Benefits of Mint

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/275944.php

https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/herbs-and-spices/health-benefits-of-mint.html

http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/benefits-mint-leaves-5430.html

FRUITS

Fructose (sugar content information) in fruits
http://www.reducetriglycerides.com/reader_triglycerides_low_fructose_fruit.htm

Appleshttp://www.livestrong.com/article/260710-can-diabetics-eat-apples/

http://www.thekitchn.com/the-best-apples-to-eat-out-of-hand-tips-from-the-kitchn-208615

http://www.orangepippin.com/topvarieties.aspx 

http://www.pickyourown.org/apples.htm

http://www.eatingwell.com/healthy_cooking/healthy_cooking_101_basics_and_techniques/types_of_apples_the_best_apples_for_baking_cooking_and_eating

How to keep sliced apples/pears from browning http://www.theyummylife.com/prevent_apple_and_pear_slices_from_browning

Cranberries - Low Fructosehttp://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=145 

http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/features/cranberries-year-round-superfood

http://www.3fatchicks.com/10-health-benefits-of-cranberries/

Passion fruit - Low Fructosehttp://www.nutrition-and-you.com/passion-fruit.html

http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/many-health-benefits-passion-fruit-consumption-2850.html

http://wiki-fitness.com/passion-fruit-health-benefits/

Graviola

http://www.medindia.net/patients/lifestyleandwellness/graviola-natural-cancer-killer.htm

Cantaloupe

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/279176.php

Kiwi

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/271232.php

Pomegranate

Deseed https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=084ABt9q1n0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUsfw-KppCU

https://www.drfuhrman.com/library/article19.aspx

http://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/how_to_cut_and_de_seed_a_pomegranate/

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2014/05/10/pomegranates.aspx

 http://zeenews.india.com/news/health/healthy-eating/five-powerful-health-benefits-of-eating-pomegranate_1463771.html 

https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/fruit/health-benefits-of-pomegranate.html

Fresh apricots - Low Fructosehttp://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=3

http://www.medicaldaily.com/apricot-nutrition-3-surprising-health-benefits-apricots-246662

http://wiki-fitness.com/apricot-health-benefits-nutrition-facts/

Avocados  - Low Fructose

http://www.livescience.com/45209-avocado-nutrition-facts.html

http://authoritynutrition.com/12-proven-benefits-of-avocado/

Plums - Low Fructosehttp://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=35 

http://www.besthealthmag.ca/best-eats/nutrition/5-health-benefits-of-eating-plums

Raspberries - Low Fructose

http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=39

http://zeenews.india.com/news/health/healthy-eating/raspberry-a-power-packed-fruit-with-immense-health-benefits_23593.html

https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/fruit/health-benefits-of-raspberry.html

Benefits of Blackberries

http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/benefits-eating-blackberries-4038.html

http://www.livestrong.com/article/231114-what-are-the-health-benefits-of-blackberries/

Benefits of Blueberries - Low Fructose

http://www.womenfitness.net/blueberries.htm

Benefits of grapes

http://www.care2.com/greenliving/10-miracle-healing-powers-of-grapes.html/1

https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/fruit/health-benefits-of-grapes.html

Health Benefits of Mangoes

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/275921.php

http://www.care2.com/greenliving/10-health-benefits-of-mangos.html

http://www.stylecraze.com/articles/health-benefits-of-mangoes/

Benefits of Cherries

This link also shows 50 of the healthiest foods:
http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/natasha-turner-nd/cherries-benefits_b_3757989.html

http://www.care2.com/greenliving/11-health-benefits-of-the-beautiful-cherry.html

Benefits of Lime -  Low Fructose

https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/fruit/health-benefits-of-lime.html

http://www.chatelaine.com/health/diet/five-health-benefits-of-limes-they-can-reverse-the-signs-of-aging/

Benefits of Lemons/Limes - Low Fructose

http://juicing-for-health.com/basic-nutrition/healing-foods/health-benefits-of-lime-lemon.html

Benefits of lemon juice in water

http://www.foodmatters.tv/articles-1/cheers-to-drinking-warm-lemon-water

 http://lajollamom.com/2011/01/drink-warm-lemon-water-in-the-morning/

Bottled Lemon Juice . . .

http://www.waterbenefitshealth.com/bottled-lemon-juice-and-lemons-by-the-bag.html

Squeeze fresh lemons and freeze in ice trays

http://www.eatingwell.com/healthy_cooking/healthy_cooking_101_basics_and_techniques/fresh_vs_canned_vs_frozen_which_is_better?page=4

Information on apple sauce

http://www.fitday.com/fitness-articles/nutrition/healthy-eating/is-applesauce-healthy.html

http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/applesauce-good-source-fiber-6318.html

http://woman.thenest.com/benefits-applesauce-3712.html

Benefits of Club Soda
http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/benefits-club-soda-10966.html

Information about carbs

http://www.healthaliciousness.com/articles/foods-highest-in-carbohydrates.php

http://www.muscleandfitness.com/nutrition/gain-mass/7-protein-packed-and-carb-rich-foods

Fiber information along with more carb info

http://www.diabetes.org/food-and-fitness/food/what-can-i-eat/understanding-carbohydrates/types-of-carbohydrates.html

Sugar and Desserts

http://www.diabetes.org/food-and-fitness/food/what-can-i-eat/understanding-carbohydrates/sugar-and-desserts.html

Benefits of frozen foods 

http://www.nffc.com/why-frozen-foods

http://www.leaflady.org/frznfood.htm

http://www.livestrong.com/article/468741-the-advantages-of-frozen-foods/

Advantages of canned foods

http://homecooking.about.com/od/cookingfaqs/f/faqcannedfood.htm

http://www.askmen.com/sports/foodcourt_400/453_the-best-canned-foods.html

http://www.starkvilledailynews.com/node/4897

Benefits of nuts

Pistachios - helps control diabetes     https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/seed-and-nut/health-benefits-of-pistachio.html

https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/seed-and-nut/health-benefits-of-pistachio.html

http://www.healthdiaries.com/eatthis/7-health-benefits-of-pistachios.html

http://www.stylecraze.com/articles/top-12-health-benefits-of-pistachios/

Info on other nuts

http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20585485,00.html

http://www.everydayhealth.com/diet-and-nutrition/0406/why-you-should-go-nuts-for-nuts.aspx

http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/howto/guide/health-benefits-nuts

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/06/healthy-nuts-health-benefits-cashews-walnuts-peanuts-almonds_n_3187731.html

Seeds

Sesame  http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=84

Sunflower seeds

http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=57

http://www.care2.com/greenliving/5-super-health-benefits-of-sunflower-seeds.html

Flaxseed - helps with diabetes

http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/benefits-of-flaxseed

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/263405.php

http://www.mensfitness.com/nutrition/what-to-eat/6-reasons-to-never-neglect-flax-seed

http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-living/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/expert-answers/flaxseed/faq-20058354

Benefits of seafood

http://seafoodhealthfacts.org/

http://www.chgeharvard.org/topic/seafood-health-benefits-risks

http://seafood.edf.org/benefits-eating-fish

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2167044/Seafood-health-benefits-Its-filled-nutrients-cut-risk-heart-attack-half.html

Shrimp

Pros and cons of shrimp http://www.livestrong.com/article/520767-the-advantages-of-shrimp/

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/eatingwell/how-to-buy-the-right-shrimp_b_898454.html

http://www.healwithfood.org/health-benefits/eating-shrimp.php

Crab meat

http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/crab-meat-healthy-3614.html

http://www.ehow.com/facts_5170946_crab-meat-nutrition.html

Sardines - Packed with Vitamin D

http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes_menus/recipe_slideshows/healthy_sardine_recipes?utm_source=HuffingtonPost_Matt_Shrimp_071411

Information about fish

Whiting http://www.livestrong.com/article/532042-is-whiting-fish-good-to-eat/

http://www.mensfitness.com/kim-tranell/what-are-the-best-fish-to-eat

http://longevity.about.com/od/lifelongnutrition/a/fish_mercury.htm

http://health.usnews.com/health-news/diet-fitness/slideshows/best-fish

http://www.prevention.com/food/healthy-eating-tips/12-unhealthy-fish-avoid-eating

http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/nutrition_articles.asp?id=1022

http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2014/04/09/truth-about-tilapia/

http://draxe.com/eating-tilapia-is-worse-than-eating-bacon/

http://www.nytimes.com/2011/05/02/science/earth/02tilapia.html?pagewanted=all&_r=0

Brain/memory foods

http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/eat-smart-healthier-brain

http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20434658,00.html

http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/howto/guide/10-foods-boost-your-brainpower

http://www.sunwarrior.com/news/brain-foods/

Benefits of  Drinking Baking Soda

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKC45xXVKKc

http://www.livestrong.com/article/376495-the-effects-of-drinking-baking-soda-water/

Beware of baking soda overdose

http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/2002/05/20/beware-of-bakin/

20 Uses for Baking Soda

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNQJkroDVew

More helpful baking soda uses (The first YouTube link below shares how to use baking soda as a meat tenderizer.)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TOZ2tYlw5Rk 

http://www.slideshare.net/kevinpilot39/baking-soda-many-uses-beyond-the-kitchen

Meditation Benefits in the School System

http://www.nbcnews.com/nightly-news/meditation-curbs-violence-san-francisco-schools-n277131

Here's a link to Plant Medicines, etc. It has info about the drug industry, etc.

http://loveasasignaturestyle.blogspot.com/2014/11/plant-medicines-etc.html