Cinnamon is a delicious spice that has been used around the world for thousands of years. It confers several health benefits, not to mention its sweet, distinct, warm flavor. Out of 26 popular herbs and spices, researchers have ranked cinnamon as number 1 for its high antioxidant levels. Cinnamon actually comes from the inner bark … Continue reading Herbs and Spices: Cinnamon
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I enjoy reading and writing about healthy living. I also enjoy a Mediterranean-style diet. My blog offers practical tips to help you lose weight, lower cholesterol, and reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease and other chronic diseases.
Herbs and Spices: Ginger
Ginger is among the healthiest, and most delicious, spices on the planet. The rhizome (underground part of the stem) is the part most commonly used as a spice. It is often called ginger root, or simply ginger. It is actually in the same family as turmeric. The unique fragrance and flavor of ginger comes from … Continue reading Herbs and Spices: Ginger
Herbs and Spices: Turmeric
Turmeric is the spice that gives curry its golden yellow color. It is a root of a flowering plant that is cultivated mostly in India and Southeast Asia. It is a member of the ginger family. Research has shown that spices, like turmeric and ginger, fight chronic inflammation, which is is associated with many health … Continue reading Herbs and Spices: Turmeric
Dark Leafy Greens: Kale
Kale is a green, leafy, cruciferous vegetable and a member of the mustard family, as are cabbage and Brussels sprouts. There are many different types of kale, and the leaves can have either a smooth or curly shape. Kale contains fiber, antioxidants, calcium, vitamins C and K, iron, and a wide range of other nutrients … Continue reading Dark Leafy Greens: Kale
Dark Leafy Greens: Spinach
Spinach is a leafy green vegetable that belongs to the amaranth family. It is related to beets and quinoa, and it is loaded with nutrients and antioxidants. Eating spinach may benefit eye health, reduce oxidative stress, help prevent cancer, and reduce blood pressure levels. You can buy it canned, frozen, or fresh and eat it … Continue reading Dark Leafy Greens: Spinach
Mango – The King of Fruits
Luscious and sweet, mango is known as the "king of fruits." Biting into this tropical fruit can feel like pure bliss, so much so that you may wonder if something so delicious and decadent can actually be good for you. The answer is a resounding "yes." Mangoes offer some pretty impressive perks. In fact, studies … Continue reading Mango – The King of Fruits
The Power of Pineapple
Pineapple is an incredibly delicious and healthy tropical fruit. This popular fruit is packed with nutrients, antioxidants, and other beneficial compounds, such as enzymes that can fight inflammation and disease. Pineapple and its compounds have been linked to many health benefits including aiding digestion, boosting immunity, and building strong bones. Here are 8 impressive health … Continue reading The Power of Pineapple
6 Amazing Health Benefits of Tahini
If you like nut butters, then you will love tahini. A staple of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine, tahini is a thick paste made of finely ground sesame seeds. Tahini offers a richer, more savory flavor profile than your standard peanut butter. You may have had tahini before, if you've had hummus. Besides chickpeas, tahini … Continue reading 6 Amazing Health Benefits of Tahini
Why You Should Eat Flaxseeds
Flaxseeds are tiny, brown or golden-colored seeds, which are also known as linseed. The health benefits of these seeds have made them a part of traditional cuisines of Asia, Africa, and America. They can be eaten in their whole form, however they are most beneficial when ground into a tasty meal. The body can absorb … Continue reading Why You Should Eat Flaxseeds
Almonds and Health
The Almond is a tree nut native to the Mediterranean region. Historically, almond trees grew there wild and were later cultivated as early as 3000 BC. The edible part of the almond is actually a seed from a drupe. Almonds are rich in vitamin E, monounsaturated fats, fiber, biotin, minerals (calcium, phosphorous, magnesium), and phytonutrients … Continue reading Almonds and Health
The Mediterranean Diet Unplugged 