February is American Heart Month! Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. In fact, according to the World Health Organization, the world's biggest killer is ischemic heart disease, accounting for 13% of the world's total deaths. So in honor of American Heart Month, let's take a look at twelve foods to incorporate into your diet for a healthy heart.   12 Foods for a Healthy Heart Berries Berries are superfoods! They deliver the phytonutrients you

Phytates, or phytic acid, are found in most plants, and are organic acids that store phosphorus in plants, which are found in the outer bran layers of unprocessed whole grains, in edible seeds, legumes, and nuts.  Lesser amounts of phytates can be found in tubers and roots.  Phytates - Good or Bad? Phytates have gotten a bad rap, because they bind to certain minerals such as iron, calcium, manganese, chromium, and zinc, and prevent the body from absorbing them.  Since the hig