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07/24/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Peaches: The health benefits of the sweet and sour fruit

Peach (Prunus persica), a fruit that’s originally from mainland China, is now available the world over. Together with cherries, apricots, plums, and nectarines, it’s part of the Prunus genus, commonly known as stone fruits for having one large seed in the middle of the fruit. The fruit is highly valued for its taste, which is both […]

06/23/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Nutritionists find that turmeric is a safe and natural way of preserving fish

Turmeric, for the uninitiated, has a lot of health benefits – making it a staple in a lot of dishes and traditional medicine the world over. However, a study published in the open-access journal CyTA – Journal of Food has introduced a novel method of using this already widely used spice. In the study, researchers from Alagappa University in India and the Universidade […]

06/13/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Garlic is good for your heart; it lowers your blood pressure

Garlic has long been renowned for its antibacterial effects; however, several studies have shown that it could also have the potential to be beneficial to the heart. One such study, published in the Journal of Hypertension, indicated that regular intake of garlic could moderately reduce blood pressure, thereby minimizing the risk of cardiovascular disease. In the […]

06/13/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Bitter melon extract found to help treat diabetes with its anti-obesity effects

Bitter melons may taste unpleasant to some people, but its health benefits cannot be denied. In particular, a study in China suggested that oil extracts from bitter melon seeds have the potential to support weight loss. The results of the study, published in the Journal of Nutrition & Intermediary Metabolism, also pointed out that consuming bitter melon […]

06/11/2018 / By Ralph Flores

The health benefits of eating pecans

Pecans are so much more than the main ingredient for pecan pie. For one, they are packed with essential nutrients that help protect us against cardiovascular disease (CVD). Referred to as Carya illinoinensis in scientific literature, pecans are a member of the Juglandaceae family, which makes it a relative of the hickory and the walnut. […]

06/09/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Scientists attempt to make a new range of fermented milk products by fortifying them with lactic acid bacteria

If there’s one thing you can’t find in regular store-bought milk, it’s the presence of good bacteria – which have been destroyed by pasteurization. However, a study published in CyTa – Journal of Food revealed that fortifying milk with plant products that have been fermented with lactic acid bacteria could improve its nutritional value. The paper, led […]

06/01/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Burdock: The nutrients, medicinal uses and history of this worldwide weed

In today’s world, where buzzwords rule and people are always looking for the next best superfood, it’s a shame that they’ve overlooked a potential candidate growing right in their lawns. While most consider the burdock as a perennial pest, it’s actually a nutrient-dense plant that offers a lot by way of health-giving benefits. The burdock […]

06/01/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Women who snack on peanuts eat less during the day, study shows

People who regularly eat peanuts are in for a treat: A study in the Journal of Nutrition & Intermediary Metabolism revealed that those who snack on peanuts – in particular, women – significantly cut back on their total snack consumption. In particular, researchers from the University of Adelaide, University of South Australia, and The University of Newcastle arrived at this result […]

05/17/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Walnuts reduce hunger and cravings by changing your brain

Researchers from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) have found that walnuts can “trick” your brain into feeling full by activating an area in the brain that regulates hunger and cravings. The study, published in Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism, is the first of its kind to directly explore the neurocognitive effects that the nuts have on the brain. “We […]

05/15/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Compounds in lemon found to effectively fight cancer without harmful side effects

You can never really go wrong when it comes to lemons: It’s a delicious addition to any dish, and it smells good, too. It’s also known to have various health benefits, most notable of which is vitamin C. That said, these yellow oblong-shaped fruits aren’t just to keep the colds away for another day. According to […]

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