A conspicuously green frog once noted “it isn’t easy being green”. But he wasn’t waxing philosophical about making smoothies. In fact, nothing could be easier—or more healthful—than going green with… Read More
Wellness
There are a number of ways to naturally increase your NO levels and here are a few tips and suggestions to help keep you in the KNOW
Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Arugula Salad
When looking to incorporate more greens into your diet, don’t fall into the trap of eating boring and bland salads in fear of making your salad too unhealthy. Spruce up… Read More
The Benefits of Beetroot
Beets are among those foods—like broccoli—that some people love with a passion, while others despise them with equal passion. The former group is on to something. And the latter is… Read More
Avocado Apple Explosion – Smoothie ft. Kale
Breakfast smoothies have become very popular these days, which makes sense due to the ability to start your day with a power packed meal with several key nutrients and heart… Read More
Healthy Summer Barbecue Recipes
While the great American barbecue can be great fun, it typically wouldn’t win any prizes for healthful eating. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Swap out some of… Read More
How Can I Lower My Blood Pressure Naturally?
If your blood pressure is high, bringing down your numbers is more important than ever. The American Heart Association recently announced new, lower target ranges for adults. People who achieve… Read More
How Does Caffeine Affect Blood Pressure?
The public and media seem to have a love/hate relationship with coffee. Or, more specifically, with caffeine. Good for you? Bad for you? Neutral? From “it’ll stunt your growth,” to… Read More
What Are the Early Warning Signs of High Blood Pressure?
High blood pressure (hypertension) has been called the “silent epidemic”. That’s because, decades ago, before doctors—and their patients—began paying routine attention to this important health parameter, many people developed and… Read More
Risk Factors for Hypertension
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is one of the primary risk factors for heart disease. Given that heart disease remains our number-one killer, controlling one’s blood pressure is extremely important…. Read More
Foods That Help Lower Blood Pressure
Blood pressure control is among the most important health targets you can aim for. That’s because high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a major risk factor for cardiovascular… Read More
