Boost Your Immune System For The Winter

Posted by SoundHealth on Monday, November 14, 2011
The cold days of the winter months in particular, see a rise in respiratory tracts infections such as colds and flu. So as winter approaches, it's worth taking steps to b ...

The Huge Importance of Omega-3 Fats in the Diet

Posted by SoundHealth on Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Omega-3 is an essential fatty acid - it is essential for optimal health. Essential fatty acids (EFAs) include both omega-3 fats and omega-6 fats. EFAs cannot be manufactu ...

Essential Fats Keep the Mind and Body Well Oiled

Posted by SoundHealth on Friday, December 03, 2010
Certain fats are essential for health and are among the most powerful medicines, acting as natural painkillers and more potent antidepressants than conventional drugs. Th ...

Blackcurrants are an Excellent Source of Vitamin C and Potassium

Posted by SoundHealth on Friday, October 02, 2009
Blackcurrants are tart, uniquely flavored berries that are an exceptionally rich source of vitamin C, containing four times as much as an equivalent weight of oranges. Th ...

The Mineral Selenium and Omega-3 Fats Protect Against Colon Cancer

Posted by SoundHealth on Thursday, January 28, 2010
Vitamins and minerals found naturally in foods contain powerful phytochemicals. These substances have antioxidant properties and have consistently been linked to offering ...

Nutrition Basics: What Are Fats?

Posted by HealthyMuslim on Friday, October 17, 2008
[title]Basic Make up of Fats[/title] Fats are one of the three basic food categories along with proteins and carbohydrates. As fats have a higher carbon and hydrogen ...