Strawberries are one of the most loved types of fruit for their sweet taste and juicy consistency. They are very nutritious also. They are loaded with vitamin C and antioxidants, which protect cells from damage. The main antioxidants in strawberries are anthocyanins, which give the fruit its vibrant color. Anthocyanins also have anti-inflammatory properties to … Continue reading Strawberries: An Antioxidant Powerhouse
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Apricots: Armenian Plums
Apricots (Prunus Armeniaca) are small, yellow-orange, tart-tasting fruits with a stone in the middle. They are a great source of many antioxidants, including vitamins A and C, as well as dietary fiber. The scientific name of this fruit was derived from Armenia, because most people think that it originated there. You can enjoy apricots either … Continue reading Apricots: Armenian Plums
Raspberries-Bursting with Fiber, Vitamin C, and More
Raspberries are one of the most popular berries in the world. These small, juicy fruits taste sweet and tart and offer many health benefits. Raspberries come in different colors, including red, black, purple, and gold. Red raspberries are the most common type you’ll find at the grocery store. Raspberries can be eaten raw or added … Continue reading Raspberries-Bursting with Fiber, Vitamin C, and More
All the Health Benefits of Peaches
The peach is a sweet, juicy fruit known for its distinct color and taste. You can enjoy it as a solitary snack, in a smoothie, or part of an elaborate dessert. Peaches belong to the stone fruit family because of their hard center. The stone fruit family also includes nectarines, apricots, plums and cherries. Overall, … Continue reading All the Health Benefits of Peaches
Chickpeas and Health
Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, come in two varieties. The Kabuli-type is large, round and light-colored; The Desi-type is small, dark, and irregularly shaped. Chickpeas have high nutritional value and are rich in carbohydrate, protein, fiber, B vitamins, and some minerals (phosphorus, iron). They are a nutritional staple of many diets. Reasons to Eat … Continue reading Chickpeas and Health
Why Blueberries Are So Amazing
Blueberries are a very popular and tasty fruit. Although blueberries are native to North America, they are grown commercially in the Americas and Europe. They are low in calories and incredibly healthy. Often referred to as a superfood, blueberries are an excellent source of several vitamins, minerals, beneficial plant compounds, and antioxidants. Blueberries have a … Continue reading Why Blueberries Are So Amazing
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
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!
Spotlight on Coffee
We used to hear that coffee was a guilty pleasure at best and a health evil at worst. However, researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health have found that coffee can be good for you. Their research findings show that people who drink moderate amounts of coffee daily are less likely to die from a range … Continue reading Spotlight on Coffee
Top 5 Health Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet
Although the Mediterranean diet reflects the ways of eating that is traditional in the countries that surround the Mediterranean, you can bring the remarkable health benefits and affordable style of eating to your own kitchen. Your local supermarket has all the fresh and flavorful ingredients needed to follow this healthy way of eating. The Mediterranean … Continue reading Top 5 Health Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean Diet Unplugged 