Without doubt, eating bananas supplies you with fiber and natural sugars, i.e. fructose, glucose, and sucrose. Plus, bananas instantly increase your energy and stamina, which is great for active people and athletes. However, energy and fiber are not the only ways in which bananas help us stay fit- they are […]
According to researchers from the Philippines, the calamansi fruit is rich in anti-cancer properties. In the study, published in the Industrial Crops and Products Journal, the goal was to pinpoint the volatile composition, the cytotoxicity of the essential oil, and the amount of d-limonene in the fruit. This fruit is […]
Nowadays, we see a lot of people being aware of the benefits of adopting a healthy lifestyle, i.e. following a healthy diet and exercising regularly. This does not just better the overall health, but it boosts the quality of life by making us more energetic, bettering our mental focus, and […]
Without doubt, bananas are one of the most popular fruits in the world and believe it or not, more than 150 countries cultivate more than 105 million tones of this fruit per year. The banana we know and commonly eat is with a yellow color; however, many do not know […]
Did you know that beets are one of the most potent foods to eat and fight off cancer, but numerous other health problems too? Believe it or not, for centuries, this vegetable has been a part of cancer treatment in Europe. The interest in using it as a potential cure […]
Have you heard about the kokum plant? This is a tree native to the Western Ghats region in India. It produces kokum fruits with a bright red color and with the size of a small plum. This juicy fruit has a sweet fleshy peel and an acidic pulpy meat. It […]
Did you know that fennel has been used since ancient times in traditional medicine because of its impressive nutritive profile? In the ancient world, the Greeks, Egyptians, and Romans used it during their ceremonies as a symbol of pleasure and wellness. Many also report it being highly beneficial for indigestion […]
Though most of you reading this article have probably never heard of cucamelon, this is definitely a fruit which deserves more of our attention! Also known as a Mexican sour gherkin, this cute fruit has the size of a grape and it is very similar to a watermelon, only much […]
Did you know that turmeric makes an excellent natural remedy in addition to making your meals and drinks more delicious? Thanks to its anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties, turmeric needs to be a part of everyone’s diet. Turmeric has a peppery and earthy taste and it goes great when combined with […]
Blackberry, similarly to blueberries, contains amazing health benefits and supplies us with at least one third of the daily need for nutrients. Delicious and healthy, this fruit can help you fight off everything from premature skin aging to aggressive types of cancer. What is also great about it is that […]