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Are Cashews Good For You?

Julie Hand — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 23:30:51 +0000

Cashews make for a delicious, low-carb snack—but are cashews good for you? As it turns out, yes! Cashews not only taste amazing, but they’re also full of micronutrients and quality fats that can help support your health goals. Read on to learn more about cashew nutrition and what to look for in this delicious snack. […]

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Himalayan Salt Benefits: Why It’s Better Than Table Salt

Courtney Sperlazza, MPH — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 23:00:39 +0000

Along with fat, salt has been demonized for decades in the name of heart health. Truth is, you can consider salt—especially Himalayan pink salt—a health-supportive food, in the right amounts. You’d die without sodium, and several studies have found that restricting sodium may not impact the risk of heart disease as much as previously thought […]

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Just 1-2 Daily Servings of Leafy Greens Slows Cognitive Decline, Study Finds

Julie Hand — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 19:00:12 +0000

A 2018 study published in Neurology demonstrates that a daily dose of leafy greens – think spinach, kale, collard greens, bok choy — is linked to sharper memory and slower cognitive decline in seniors. Leafy greens consumption slows cognitive decline substantially To understand the relationship between leafy greens and age-related cognitive changes, 960 seniors with an […]

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Is Chocolate Good For You? The Health Benefits of Chocolate

Dave Asprey — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 17:11:58 +0000

Theobroma cacao, the Latin name for chocolate, means “Food of the Gods” for a reason. It’s a heavenly way to lift your performance. There’s also some major health benefits of chocolate. We’re not talking about junk chocolate in candy bars and sweet desserts; dark chocolate has a long history as a healing plant, a mood […]

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What Are The Benefits Of Green Tea?

Bulletproof Staff — Tue, 15 Jun 2021 08:45:06 +0000

Green tea is well-known for being more than a comforting, caffeinated beverage. But what are the benefits of green tea that make it so remarkable? Should you start brewing matcha green tea in the mornings in place of coffee? And does green tea extract deliver the same benefits as hot or iced tea? Keep reading […]

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5 Good Foods for Skin Health and Radiance

Bulletproof Staff — Tue, 08 Jun 2021 15:00:36 +0000

Who doesn’t want a youthful, radiant complexion? After all, it can be incredibly frustrating to deal with dry skin or skin aging issues. While it’s tempting to seek a golden hue by way of the sun’s rays, it’s not the best approach to beauty because of potential UV damage. The real secret to glowing, healthy […]

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Is Mineral Water Good For You? The Benefits of Drinking Your Minerals

Bulletproof Staff — Wed, 26 May 2021 13:00:15 +0000

Is mineral water good for you? Good news: It might be one of the most underrated supplements out there. There are two different forms of minerals: macrominerals (which we need more of) and trace minerals (which we only need in small amounts). Your body requires minerals to keep bone, muscle, heart and brain health in […]

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Celery Juice for Digestion and Bloat: Why Your Gut Loves This Green Juice

Bulletproof Staff — Tue, 18 May 2021 15:00:55 +0000

When it comes to home detox and laxative remedies, you may have heard celery juice as a top choice. After all, this seemingly simple veggie contains vitamins and antioxidants, along with fiber. Seems like a potential solution to some unwanted bloat and digestive issues, right? Drinking celery juice can be an effective wellness practice. It […]

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6 Benefits of Cherries, a Bite-Sized Superfood

Molly Apel — Wed, 15 Apr 2020 22:07:35 +0000

Cherries are packed with delicious nutrition. They give you a bite-sized boost of essential vitamins and nutrients, including potassium, copper, vitamin C and polyphenols. Cherries also support workout recovery, help fight free radicals and even help you sleep better, among other benefits. Plus, they’re just as great frozen as they are fresh. Who knew this […]

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Rooibos Tea Benefits Weight Management, Plus 9 Other Reasons to Drink It

Emily Mahler — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 10:42:51 +0000

Introducing rooibos (pronounced “ROY-boss”), one of the hottest teas to drink right now. An herbal tea from South Africa, rooibos is a delicious, caffeine-free way to upgrade your tea habit. While other teas have an acquired taste, rooibos tea has a sweet, mild flavor profile with notes of honey and vanilla. The red beverage is […]

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Coconut Vinegar: Legit Superfood, or Health Hype? Here’s What You Need to Know

Amanda Suazo — Wed, 27 Mar 2019 10:02:18 +0000

Apple cider vinegar has long reigned as a go-to solution for fat-burning, nutrient absorption, and clearer skin. But you may want to make space on your counter for another vinegar that promises equally powerful nutrients and tangy flavor in every bottle: Coconut vinegar. Coconut vinegar may be a new addition to your local grocery store, […]

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How to Use Cacao Butter, the Keto-Friendly Fat Your Diet Needs

Amanda Suazo — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 10:02:41 +0000

Whether or not you’ve heard of cacao butter, you’ve probably tasted it (or rubbed it on your skin). This keto-friendly butter rarely plays a starring role in recipes, but works in the background to add creamy mouthfeel, fragrance and smoothness to your favorite food and body products. But what makes this carb-free butter so special? […]

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Chlorogenic Acid: The Coffee Ingredient That May Save Eyesight

Dave Asprey — Fri, 25 Jan 2019 11:00:44 +0000

If you want to do one simple thing to improve your performance, drink coffee. Coffee is packed with compounds that have biological effects on humans, and researchers keep discovering new reasons to drink the world’s favorite morning brew. In this article, I’m going to focus on one of the secret compounds in coffee: chlorogenic acid. […]

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Dark Roast Coffee May Reduce Risk of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, Study Says

Dave Asprey — Thu, 08 Nov 2018 20:09:58 +0000

Here’s another thing to add to coffee’s long list of benefits: Dark roast coffee is especially good for your brain health, according to a new study. Researchers at the Krembil Brain Institute in Toronto found that dark roast coffee contains phenylindanes, compounds which may reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Here’s what you should […]

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Sweet Potato Nutrition Info and Health Benefits

Emma Rose — Tue, 09 Oct 2018 09:49:29 +0000

Sweet potatoes are a low-glycemic, nutrient-dense, Bulletproof-approved starch. These tubers are high in antioxidants and low in anti-nutrients like lectin. Compounds in sweet potatoes can improve blood sugar, insulin sensitivity, and fat storage. Aside from the ongoing identity crisis between sweet potatoes and yams, the one big question around these orange tubers is: Why are […]

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Study: Drinking 3-4 Cups of Coffee a Day Linked to Longer Life

Bulletproof Staff — Mon, 27 Nov 2017 20:35:54 +0000

Good news for coffee drinkers: New research suggests that a daily java habit is more likely to help your health than harm it. That’s no small finding, considering that coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages on the planet — to the tune of two billion cups per day. The lowdown on your coffee […]

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