Ingredients

Calling magnesium “essential” is putting it lightly. This magnificent mineral supports more than 300 chemical reactions in the body. These range from muscle and nerve function to regulating blood sugar levels to lowering blood pressure. Despite the importance of magnesium, many people don’t get enough of it. And since the...

Ever wondered what gives some seafood a red hue? Or what makes flamingos’ feathers pink? Enter astaxanthin. It’s a carotene that gives color (pigment) to fish such as salmon, lobster and shrimp. This is not the same as beta-carotene, another pigment from the carotene family. Beta-carotene gives fruits and vegetables...

Cauliflower is a nutritional powerhouse that deserves to be the star of any dish. This cruciferous vegetable is high in fiber and vitamins C and K, B vitamins, folate and a good source of antioxidants. From a culinary perspective, it’s a blank canvas that can be used as a low-carb,...

If you’re following a keto diet, live a low-carb lifestyle or are just trying to manage your macros, low-carb foods make up most of your meal planning. But have you factored in low carb snacks? When the afternoon slump sets in and dinner is still hours away, don’t get caught...

Ashwagandha has been used as a traditional remedy in India as far back as 6000 BC. More recently, this root’s benefits for occasional stress relief have helped it gain favor in the West. Ashwagandha is an adaptogen that helps support healthy levels of cortisol, plus it can improve sleep quality....

Apple cider vinegar is made by fermenting apple juice using acetic acid bacteria. Raw, organic and unfiltered apple cider vinegar still contains the mother. This is the source of ACV’s antioxidants, trace minerals and other bioactive compounds. Apple cider vinegar benefits include supporting metabolism, preserving lean body mass and curbing...