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12/09/2018 / By Zoey Sky

7 paleo foods that naturally lower your blood pressure

The condition called hypertension (high blood pressure) is prevalent in the U.S. and other developed countries. It doesn’t have any obvious symptoms, but this doesn’t make it any less dangerous. If you have hypertension, you must monitor your blood pressure closely to limit the damage your arteries. One way to do this is to eat Paleo […]

11/03/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Another reason to eat African walnuts: They’re packed with antioxidants

Researchers continue to look for foods rich in natural antioxidants to be used for improving health and preventing diseases. Researchers from the University of Uyo and Rivers State University of Science and Technology in Nigeria found that the African walnut (Coula edulis Baill.), a plant abundant in Nigeria, is packed with antioxidants, which can be used in food […]

10/31/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Here’s why you should eat alfalfa microgreens, the “King of all Foods”

Small and unassuming, alfalfa (Medicago sativa) microgreens are chock-full of various vitamins, nutrients, and minerals. The alfalfa plant, which belongs to the legume family, is also considered an herb. While alfalfa is currently grown all over the world, it originally came from Central Asia and South Asia. People make use of its sprouts, leaves, and seeds. Alfalfa was […]

10/27/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Mangoes for digestive health: A compound found in the fruit was found to be effective against H. pylori

The next big thing in cancer treatment might just come from a fruit we all know — mangoes. A study published in the African Journal of Traditional, Complementary and Alternative Medicines revealed that mangiferin, a bioactive compound found in mangoes, may reduce the likelihood of gastric cancer induced by the bacteria Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). In their study […]

10/24/2018 / By Mary Miller

Carrots are the best veggies to eat for eye health

It’s no wonder carrots are a staple of most salads and dishes around the world, cakes included. Eating just one carrot a day can provide a person will multiple benefits, chief of which is maintaining excellent eye health. The common carrot, also known by its scientific name of Daucus carota subsp. sativus, is a member of the carotenoid family. Like many other […]

09/24/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

These incredible foods contain more vitamin C than oranges

“Orange” you glad there are a lot of superfoods you can eat to get your daily dose of vitamin C? You probably associate ascorbic acid with the deliciously pulpy orange (which contains around 70 mg of vitamin C), yet there are other fruits and vegetables you should take note of. Vitamin C is a water-soluble antioxidant […]

08/21/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

You can easily avoid kidney stones by drinking more lemonade (the real kind)

Avoiding and treating kidney stones can be easily done by drinking more lemonade. This could be a natural alternative to taking medications or supplements for this painful ailment. Urologists increasingly prescribe lemonade as a natural remedy for kidney stones. People with kidney stones, or those who are prone to them, have often been prescribed potassium […]

08/15/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Health benefits of Jerusalem artichoke and its potential use in food products

A team of researchers from Carleton University in Canada carried out an analysis on inulin obtained from the root vegetable Jerusalem artichoke and its potential uses in consumer food items, particularly in baked goods and beverages. In the study, they evaluated the composition of the Jerusalem artichoke. In addition, they assessed the health benefits of inulin obtained from […]

08/13/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Tunisian dates keep your immune system strong… here’s how

A new study reported that the seeds of the Tunisian dates are an untapped, rich, and inexpensive source of polyphenols. These bioactive compounds have powerful antioxidant properties that can strengthen the immune system by scavenging free radicals and preventing oxidative stress that damages cells. Polyphenols and other natural oxidants are drawing a lot of interest […]

08/09/2018 / By Janine Acero

Tomatoes are your best bet to prevent stomach cancer

Eating tomatoes may not only be good for your skin, but it may also help you prevent stomach cancer. According to a study published in the Journal of Cellular Physiology, tomato extracts can inhibit the growth of stomach cancer cells, which may be potentially useful in supporting conventional treatments. Stomach cancer is one of the most common types of […]

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