Beetroots, commonly known as beets, are a vibrant and versatile type of vegetable. They are known for their earthy flavor and aroma. Beets are highly nutritious and packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and plant compounds, many of which have health-promoting properties. What's more, they are delicious and easy to add to your diet in dishes … Continue reading Beets: A Beautifully Colored Gem
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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
Kiwi Fruit: The Chinese Gooseberry
The kiwi or kiwifruit is one of nature's perfect foods: low in calories and an excellent source of antioxidants, and people are attracted to it because of its brilliant green color and exotic taste. While many fruits offer one or two nutrients in their profile, kiwi offers an unusual array of health-promoting substances. Kiwi is native to China. Cultivation … Continue reading Kiwi Fruit: The Chinese Gooseberry
Go With The (Whole) Grains
Grains are seeds of grasses cultivated for food. They basically come in two varieties - whole grains and refined grains. Whole grains are intact seeds with their bran, germ, and endosperm. Click here to see a whole grain. The bran is the outer layer of the seed and contains mostly fiber. The endosperm is the largest … Continue reading Go With The (Whole) Grains
The Mediterranean Diet Unplugged 