Long recognized as a potent source of vitamin C, oranges are considered by most to be tasty, juicy, and all too familiar. The discoveries being made about the power of oranges to support heart health and prevent cancer, stroke, diabetes and other chronic ailments are bringing them and other citrus fruits into the limelight as … Continue reading Health Benefits of Oranges
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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
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
The Mediterranean Diet Unplugged 