Laurel on Health Food

Kauai Garden Island News reports that goat cheese and goat milk are a healthier choice than cow’s milk. In comparison, goat cheese is easier on our digestive system and lower in calories, cholesterol, and fat. Goat cheese also contains calcium, protein, vitamin A, phosphorus, vitamin K, thiamin, and niacin.
The Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine states [...]

Women’s Health Magazine reviewed and rated some healthy frozen meals. Read on for their favorites:

Laurel’s favorite: Any of the meals from Amy’s Kitchen are seriously yummy and satisfying. My favorite is the “Black Bean Vegetable Enchilada”. I wait until they go on sale and stock up my freezer for easy lunches during the work week.

ChefMD™ writes that a new study from Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Boston’s Harvard Medical School found that eating spinach can help lower your risk of ovarian cancer. Spinach contains a flavonoid called kaempferol which researchers found reduces ovarian cancer risk by 40%. ChefMD™ champions spinach for being packed with beta [...]

ABS-CBN Interactive reports that the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI) said bananas contain natural mood enhancers called tryptophan.  This protein is converted to serotonin which helps you relax, improves mood, and makes you feel happier. Bananas also contain potassium*, fiber, magnesium, and vitamins A, C, K, and B6*.
*Potassium gives the body energy
*Vitamin B6 regulates [...]

Cooking Light Magazine writes that both watermelon and cantaloupe are low in calories and rich in healthy nutrients. While cantaloupe is the star melon when it comes to vitamin C, potassium, and vitamin A, watermelon contains lycopene for protection against some cancers and heart disease. Check out the stats below:
Watermelon (1 cup cubed)

Calories: 40
Vitamin [...]