Eggplant, also known as aubergine, is a very popular and versatile ingredient in a variety of cuisines. It is commonly eaten in such places as France, Italy, Australia, Egypt and the U.S. This vegetable is especially loved for its bright purple color, fleshy skin and unique taste. The taste is generally described as slightly bitter … Continue reading Eggplant: A Mediterranean Diet Jewel
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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
Spotlight on Apples
An apple a day is perhaps one of the most delicious prescriptions ever made. An apple contains a dose of pectin, the soluble fiber that thickens jellies and helps lower artery-damaging LDL (bad) cholesterol. Apples also contain a mix of antioxidants. Flavonoids, such as quercetin, prevent LDL cholesterol from being oxidized to a more dangerous … Continue reading Spotlight on Apples
Health Benefits of Green Tea
Tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world, second only to water. There are three main types of tea, green, black, and oolong. Scientific studies suggest that green tea in particular has many health benefits. Researchers believe the antioxidants, which are mostly polyphenols, in the tea leaves are responsible for the health benefits. Green, black, … Continue reading Health Benefits of Green Tea
Go Nuts – for Walnuts!
If you've been avoiding nuts because they are high in calories, stop now! People who eat nuts in moderation (up to two ounces a day) can enjoy a variety of health benefits. Walnuts are tree nuts, and they are the top dog of the nut world: they contain twice as many phytochemicals as their competitors. … Continue reading Go Nuts – for Walnuts!
The Mediterranean Diet Unplugged 