Food as Medicine

I thought what better day to talk about heart health than Valentines Day. In the great battle of life and death statistics, it appears that heart disease has taken the crown as the reigning champion of doom, sorry no stories. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have declared it the heavyweight champion of mortality. In the United Kingdom, 1 in 8 males and 1 in 14 females die from heart disease. But don’t despair, for there may be a way to dodge this vicious opponent, and it comes in the form of six extraordinary super-foods that can potentially save the day.

Certain foods emerge as potent allies, revered for their remarkable array of health benefits. Among these treasures of nature, Goji berries stand tall, hailed as a superfood steeped in centuries-old traditions and modern scientific acclaim. Goji berries, scientifically known as Lycium barbarum, have traversed epochs as a revered ingredient in traditional medicine, particularly in ancient Chinese and Tibetan healing practices.

In a study published in Nutrients, some smarty-pants researchers did a fancy review to gather up all the recent evidence about how awesome Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) is for preventing diseases. Turns out, those Mediterranean diets that are full of plants like veggies, fruits, nuts, and whole grains, along with a moderate amount of fermented dairy and fish, are the bomb at keeping chronic diseases at bay.

Sure, you may be well-versed in the prenatal vitamin gospel and the extra nutrient needs during pregnancy, but hey, guess what? The story doesn't end there. Enter the unsung heroes: postnatal vitamins. They ensure that new mommas get the required dose of vitamins and minerals even after popping out those little nuggets of joy. Now, I'm not saying ditch the whole "eat healthy and balanced" mantra.

Nature has always been a source of remarkable remedies for various health ailments, and one such elixir that has been capturing attention is Royal Jelly. Produced by honeybees to nourish their Queen bee, Royal Jelly is a potent substance rich in essential nutrients and bioactive compounds. While it plays a crucial role in the hive, research suggests that humans can also reap numerous health benefits from this golden elixir.