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35 Ways to Use Raw Honey for Great Health

14 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Winnie the Pooh said it best when he said, “Eating honey is a very good thing to do.” This liquid gold has been a staple in my home for many, many years, and for good reason. The benefits of honey are seemingly endless. Everywhere I have lived, I have sought out raw local sources of honey for use in my kitchen, as well as for other medicinal purposes. I am also beginning to do my own research on keeping bees — partially because I use so much honey and partially because I find it absolutely amazing that bees provide us with this wonderful gift that I want to watch them work up close and personal.

Yes, You Should Eat the WHOLE Avocado – Even the Pit

3 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

There aren’t many people out there who don’t like avocados. They’re creamy, delicious, brilliantly versatile, and undeniably one of the greatest superfoods available on supermarket shelves. Most people are aware of the wide-ranging health benefits that avocado flesh provides, but few know that the seed they throw away each time they eat an avocado can provide an impressive array of health-promoting properties. While the flesh of an avocado is packed with nutrients and healthy fats, you may be surprised to learn that over 70 percent of the total antioxidant concentration in avocados is contained in the seed. Here are five compelling reasons to stop you from throwing that next avocado seed away.

The Hidden Dangers of Fluoride: Utah Takes a Stand Against Forced Medication

1 min read | Author - Backyard Vitality

Utah is on the verge of passing a groundbreaking bill that would ban the addition of fluoride in all public water systems, removing the ability of local governments to mandate its use. The bill, now awaiting Governor Spencer Cox’s decision, aligns with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s vocal opposition to forced fluoridation and his advocacy for public health transparency.

9 Best Foods to Feed Your Brain and Boost Mental Power

5 min read | Author - Backyard Vitality

Your brain is your body’s command center, controlling everything from memory and focus to emotions and decision-making. Just like the rest of your body, it needs the right fuel to function at its best. Whether you want to sharpen focus, improve memory, or prevent cognitive decline, eating the right foods can help.

Here are 9 of the best brain-boosting foods backed by science, plus a few daily habits to keep your mind sharp.

Try These 17 Foods to Eat Your Way to Healthy Eyes

7 min read | Author - Backyard Vitality

Vision is one of our most important senses, yet it is often taken for granted until problems arise. With increasing screen time, environmental stressors, and age-related degeneration, maintaining optimal eye health is more critical than ever.

Fortunately, nutrition plays a powerful role in supporting vision, preventing eye diseases, and reducing strain. Scientific studies have shown that essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants can significantly impact eye function, slow vision loss, and even prevent conditions such as macular degeneration, cataracts, and dry eye syndrome.

Chicken vs. Duck Eggs: The Battle for the Best Egg Ends Here

5 min read | Author - Backyard Vitality

Eggs are a breakfast staple, a baking essential, and a nutritional powerhouse. But while chicken eggs dominate supermarket shelves, duck eggs have been quietly making waves in the culinary world. So, which egg reigns supreme?

If you’ve ever wondered whether to crack open a chicken or a duck egg for your next meal, this battle of the eggs will help settle the score once and for all.

This Biblical Bulb Has Been Used for Centuries for Its Healing Powers

4 min read | Author - Backyard Vitality

Throughout history, certain plants and herbs have been revered for their remarkable healing properties. Garlic (Allium sativum) is one of the most potent natural medicines, referenced in ancient texts and modern science. Mentioned in the Bible and other historical records, this humble bulb has been used for centuries to treat ailments, boost immunity, and promote overall well-being.

In this article, we take a deeper look at the medicinal prowess of this humble bulb.

#1 WORST Sunscreen (avoid at all costs)

9 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

With warmer weather here, people all over are gearing up for poolside gatherings, beach vacations, and some good ol’ fashioned sun-soaking. The sun just seems to make us feel good, and rightly so. The sun is necessary for all human life. Without the warming rays of this massive star, life on this planet would cease to exist. Every type of living creature, including mankind, needs sunlight in order to live. Humans have been exposed to the sun since the beginning of time.

11 Coconut Oil Fixes That Work

4 min read | Author - The Backyard Vitality Team

Honestly, it would be easier to list the problems that coconut oil can’t solve rather than the ones it can. Keep a jar of this all-purpose oil in your bathroom and your kitchen to help with everything from dry elbows to halitosis. If you’re still not sold on coconut oil, check out our list for just a few of life’s problems that are eliminated by this tropical treasure.

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The 5 Best Foods to Feed Your Brain

4 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

Just as the foods you eat influence your heart, kidneys, liver and all other major organs, your brain is also impacted by what you put in your body. Treat it right, and you may be able to stave off future neurological complications, including the development of neurodegenerative diseases.

Science Says: Coffee Could Help You Live Longer

4 min read | Author - Susan Patterson

No one needs to be convinced of the benefits of coffee. It jolts your brain into action in and is the main way that humanity functions during those early mornings (or late nights) spent working away. Caffeine is the lifeblood of culture, and the good news for coffee drinkers, it may actually help save your life too. Recent research explores the potential cancer-related benefits of coffee and gives us all just another reason to sip this liquid gold daily.

35 Ways to Use Raw Honey for Great Health

Yes, You Should Eat the WHOLE Avocado – Even the Pit

The Hidden Dangers of Fluoride: Utah Takes a Stand Against Forced Medication

9 Best Foods to Feed Your Brain and Boost Mental Power

Try These 17 Foods to Eat Your Way to Healthy Eyes

Chicken vs. Duck Eggs: The Battle for the Best Egg Ends Here

This Biblical Bulb Has Been Used for Centuries for Its Healing Powers

#1 WORST Sunscreen (avoid at all costs)

11 Coconut Oil Fixes That Work

The 5 Best Foods to Feed Your Brain

Science Says: Coffee Could Help You Live Longer

Are You Getting Enough of the Right Kind of Salt?

Goodbye, BMI – Your Waist-to-Hip Ratio May Predict Your Brain Health

Boost Your Gut Microbiome by Spending More Time in Nature

Montreal’s Urban Agriculture Revolution: The Future of City Farming

Elderberries: Nature’s Immune-Boosting Powerhouse

We Need Birds, But They Are Disappearing Fast: How to Help

What Not to Eat and Drink at the Airport – And Safer Alternatives

Keep Your Vagina Healthy and Prevent Leaks by Eating These Foods

This Green Slime Can Make Your Garden Harvest Huge

Chili Paste for Achy Muscles (trust me, it works)

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