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10/12/2018 / By Ralph Flores

9 amazing health benefits of goldenberries

Good things come in small packages: Goldenberry — which is roughly the size of a marble — is not only packed with nutrients but is also rich in health benefits. It’s widely considered to be a superfood, thanks to its ability to manage diabetes, strengthen the immune system, reduce inflammation, and even help a person […]

09/06/2018 / By Janine Acero

Sweet potatoes are nutrient-dense foods with high amounts of beta-carotene

The sweet potato may not be a true potato, but this tuber packs just as many nutrients as its namesake. Ipomoea batatas is a starchy root vegetable with thin, brown skin; oblong, tuberous roots; and usually orange-colored, sweet-tasting flesh. It is native to Central and South America and grows well in subtropical climates. Excellent source of beta-carotene […]

08/24/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

The many health benefits of eating organic strawberries

Strawberries are more than just their delectable taste. This fruit, particularly its organic versions, offer many health benefits. Here are some of them: Strawberries are an excellent source of antioxidants: Strawberries are rich in antioxidants because of their flavonoid content. Because of their antioxidant capacity, they ward off free radical damage to low-density lipoprotein (LDL) […]

08/21/2018 / By Vicki Batts

Antioxidant-rich walnuts cut your risk of Type 2 diabetes by HALF

Move over almonds, it’s time for a new nut to reign supreme: Walnuts. While every type of nut offers a bevy of nutritional benefits, walnuts are gaining recognition for their potential to slash the risk of type 2 diabetes. The antioxidant-rich nuts are easily recognized by their unique shape, which resembles the human brain. But […]

08/18/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Okra is a gut-friendly vegetable you need to be eating more often

Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) is a vegetable that can easily polarize a dinner table. The hot topic, of course, is whether they love or loathe its mucilaginous texture once it’s cooked. The operating word “mucilaginous” here can be interpreted in two ways: Those who love it call it “slick,” and for those who loathe it, it’s “slimy.” Still, […]

08/14/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Nutrition has a significant impact on the progression of Parkinson’s disease

Your health is greatly affected by the food you eat – it’s been proven time and time again. A study presented at the Fourth World Parkinson Congress builds on this fact, as they reported that eating foods commonly found in a Mediterranean diet were associated with a slower progression of Parkinson’s disease. Researchers at Bastyr University and Oregon […]

08/12/2018 / By Janine Acero

Researchers: Coriander oil is a safe and effective way to treat MRSA superbug infections

Food-borne diseases are a common public health concern, and with the prevalence of drug-resistant bacteria, or the so-called “superbugs,” the need for viable solutions is only growing bigger. But nature once again offers an effective solution in the form of coriander oil. Coriander oil is known to be toxic to various strains of pathogenic bacteria. One study, […]

08/11/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Brewer’s yeast, a potential probiotic?

Probiotics are increasingly becoming well-known for their health benefits. Common sources of probiotics include yogurt and kimchi, but one study, published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, provided evidence on the probiotic properties of brewer’s yeast, an essential ingredient to making beer and bread. Researchers at Bangladesh Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (BCSIR) […]

08/06/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Pure, organic maple syrup is a delicious superfood

Researchers shared the many benefits of pure, organic maple syrup in a symposium at the 253rd annual American Chemical Society (ACS) meeting in San Francisco held in early April 2017. The symposium was the very first worldwide symposium focused on the health benefits of pure, organic maple syrup. The following are some of the beneficial […]

07/30/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Want better working memory? Nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits play key roles in how much you remember

The way you live your life plays a vital role in how much or how well you remember. A team of researchers in Israel has suggested that adapting a healthier lifestyle can help improve working memory. For the study, which was published in the journal Molecular Psychiatry, the research team recruited 823 participants aged between […]

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