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One of the foods that are sometimes a forgotten superfood is that leafy vegetable called kale. It has a long history of being cultivated, even dating back before the Greeks and Romans. In fact this vegetable related to cabbage is thought to be one of the earliest vegetables cultivated by man anywhere. Until the end of the Middle Ages kale was one of the most popular foods grown in Europe.

There are some healthy food trends that are taking hold, even though they may still be a bit under the radar. For instance, environmentally sustainable food is a massive topic that encompasses many areas, but it would be difficult for most people in society to be able to identify just what that is. Even when you ask somebody who works in this field, the response can be turned into a five minute monologue.

A new line of candy bars claiming to be healthy or healthful isn't what it may seem. Sugar can override any health benefits of “improved” candy; reader beware.

If you must eat gluten-free you know how hard it can be to manage your condition on the road. Join the author as she shares her tips for gluten-free travel.

In spite of the immense gains and benefits of westernization, it is not without its drawbacks, some of which pose considerable health risks to us. Myriads of medical conditions such as cancers, diabetes and cardiovascular disorders were uncommon in third-world countries a few decades back. However today, statistics have shown that the scope of these diseases has assumed global dimensions. Understandably, the food industry is not left out of the trend even as consumer interest is rapidly shifting from fresh food items to processed canned products such as canned beverages, soups, drinks, tomato paste etc.

Have you ever wondered how produce are classified, that is, why is a cucumber classified a vegetable and an avocado a fruit. Why most people prefer to eat fruits than to eat vegetables most of the time.

For most food or beverages I usually say “Have it for your health not for the number of the scale”. There really is no true diet or weight loss food. Same applies to green tea.

One of the sneakiest ways calories enter our body is when we leisurely snack either at home, in the car, or at the workplace. It's these specific snacking instances when those who want to lose weight need to really focus so that the episode does not turn into a caloric nightmare. Most assume the word “snack” automatically translates into something that will be small and insignificant which is why many people often overlook what a snack actually does to the body. Check out what many snacking instances generally turn into and why weight loss is so terribly difficult.

Are you tired of counting calories and grams of protein, fat and carbs? You don't have to (Gasp!). Here's what to do instead.

Sweet potatoes are usually inexpensive and available all year around. Have you never tried them? If not, you are missing out on a whole lot of valuable nutrients. Find out which other benefits you are passing up.

Unless you have been living under a rock, you have probably heard of the Paleo Diet or Caveman Diet. But what exactly is it and what are the benefits? Many people tout the easy weight loss and increase in health benefits, but is it right for you?

You actually have some very good choices. Some are to purchase organically-grown fruits, vegetables and meats, grow your own, and to take good quality vitamin-mineral supplements. By paying attention and making wise choices, you can actually overcome the handicap of our soil not being as healthy as it used to be!