Sugar apples are exotic fruits that have a sweet taste. You may know it as sugar pineapple, sweetsop, or custard apple. The most common name, sugar apple, maybe a bit deceiving since this fruit isn’t an actual apple. However, some use it as a replacement for apples in plenty of […]
Sea cucumbers are a delicacy in Asian cultures. They’re not veggies, but marine animals that live on sea floors throughout the globe. The largest population of sea cucumbers is in the Pacific Ocean. They’re similar to large worms or caterpillars and their body is tubular and soft. Divers gather them […]
All walnuts have amazing health benefits, but one in particular, that is, the black walnut, has remarkable healing power. It’s been present in humans’ diets since ancient times from America to Asia. These walnuts were found in studies to possess a long list of healing compounds with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, neuroprotective, […]
As many of us already probably know, making kale and other cruciferous veggies part of our regular diet and consuming them two to three times per week is an amazing way to better our overall health. When it comes to kale, the green cruciferous veggie, one cup of it supplies […]
If you’ve been decorating with pumpkins for Halloween, don’t just scoop out and throw away the seeds. In fact, keep them and roast them-they’re so healthy and delicious. They’re packed with some impressive nutrients, despite their small size, and you’ll get some zinc, magnesium, as well as healthy fats from […]
Brussels sprouts, a green veggie from the Brassicacaeae family, are close relatives to kale, cauliflower, and mustard greens. And, if you eat Brussels sprouts regularly, you can reap some great health benefits, studies show. This cruciferous veggie is similar in appearance to cabbages, but much smaller and it’s commonly consumed […]
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 […]
Did you know that brocoli, the dark green leafy veggie that you might have been avoiding is rich in minerals and vitamins and pivotal health benefits? Without doubt, this green veggie will elevate your body’s iron, protein, calcium, antioxidant, and vitamin levels and help you fight off diseases and infections. […]
Did you know that turmeric juice does not just taste great and refreshes the whole body, but it is also a healthy and nutritious drink that can help you improve your overall health? Turmeric is a plant which is commonly used as a spice in Indian and Asian cuisine, but […]
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 […]