Thomas Green served in the US Navy for 20 years before retiring and pursuing an education in health and nutrition. In addition to blogging for Approved Science, Thomas works in his family-owned bookshop in Missouri and spends his days dreaming about a vacation on the water.
Quinoa, pronounced as “Keen-wah” has been a staple in many South American homes for thousands of years, but has only really surfaced in other countries during the past decade. Since the gluten-free lifestyle trend hit the scene in 2013, it only seemed appropriate that the gluten-free ancient grain, quinoa, finally made its debut in pantries […]
Carbs. They may be the kryptonite to your weight loss goals, but do you really need to go to the extreme of taking a carb blocker? In a word, yes. There is no doubt that excess carbs contribute to diabetes and heart disease. It is also widely known how difficult it is to stick to […]
At least once in our lifetime, we will probably develop some sort of fungal infection. It is almost inevitable. Fungi live in the air, plants, soil, water and our very own bodies. Like many other microorganisms, there are those that are beneficial to our biological makeup, and those that are invasive and cause an array […]
Now that the keto diet has resurfaced from the shadow of the traditional food pyramid, more and more revisions of the diet are starting to emerge. From targeted keto to the most recent fad called the keto zone diet, it can be difficult to choose between them. Some are specifically designed for athletes, while others […]
It is crucial to know when is the best time of day to consume turmeric to reap the maximum benefits without experiencing side effects. Turmeric supplements can help improve cognitive function, boost antioxidants, and alleviate depression as well as to lift overall mood. The best time to take turmeric supplements is in the morning followed by a second dose in the afternoon. […]