It seems that nutrition labels on the back of food products are getting longer and more complex to understand, which leaves many of us wondering — what is really in our food? Food processing and food manufacturing have brought many areas in the world out of starvation by making food items last longer and more available. But in our modern world of convenience, have we become too reliant on semi-prepared and fully processed foods, and what long-term effects might this have on our health?

When we talk about healthy nutrition, we often stop on topics such as fats, carbohydrates and protein. However, the real building blocks of our tissues and organs are amino acids. They have many important functions within the body and in this article we will look closely into the connection between amino acids and our immune system, digestion, mood, sleep and aging.

Following on from part 1, in this article we will look into the risks of mental health and eating disorders, reduced protein absorption and thyroid issues while on a long-term vegan and vegetarian diet.

Lavender is one of the most versatile essential oils, and throughout history it was used in the kitchen for cooking, as an antiseptic and antibacterial aid, and recently research has focused on its use as a relaxing aid during heart surgery.

Today, we continue our journey as we search for the most healing, protective, and well-researched anti-cancer herbs and spices. We have covered another 10 herbs that you should have in your pantry or in your garden, and preferably use daily and rotate often for best effects.