By Anthony Gucciardi
Nutrition
7 Health Benefits of the Root Vegetable, Jicama
Jicama, or Mexican yam, is a sweet-tasting and crunchy food similar to a sweet potato which offers numerous health benefits. Here are 7 benefits of jicama.
Apples: Yet Another “Perfect” Food?
For a long time, bananas held the crown as the “perfect food”, but lately it seems we’ve been adding more natural foods to that list. Avocados are just one fruit that has been blessed with this ‘perfect food’ label. Now, the fruit and vegetable superpowers should make room for yet another star to share their throne—the apple.
Compound in Carrots – Falcarinol – Credited with Preventing Colon Cancer
Researchers with the University of Southern Denmark in conjunction with the Danish Institute of Agricultural Sciences found that rats given raw carrots and rats given falcarinol directly were 1/3 less likely to develop colon cancer than a control group.
Preventing Macular Degeneration, Vision Loss with Spinach
In an effort to stay ahead of the curve, scientists are suggesting that including spinach in your diet could protect your eyes from the changes that cause macular degeneration.
10 Quick Reasons You Gotta Love Chocolate
Many people may not know it, but there are actually numerous health benefits of chocolate. Real chocolate is packed full of plant derived flavanols, full of antioxidants, anti-inflammatory constituents and health-boosting ingredients that do all sorts of amazing things for our bodies and minds.
Eat Apples to Reduce Obesity and Diabetes Risk, Studies Say
Including more fruit and vegetables in your diet is often one of the first steps towards lasting weight loss and disease prevention. One particular fruit – apples – can be especially helpful in losing weight and even preventing diabetes.
Eating Broccoli Reduces Risk of Cardiovascular Disease, Promotes Heart Health
One food that offers numerous benefits is broccoli, with some research showing how the vegetable can promote a strong, healthy heart. Given that cardiovascular disease is a top killer of American adults, finding foods that naturally prevent heart problems could be a significant step towards foiling their plan.
10-Year Study Confirms Carrots’ Heart-Boosting Benefits Once Again
While a healthy diet and regular exercise can keep your cardiovascular system fit, specific foods may have a greater preventative impact than others. Carrots are one of these foods.
Start Sprouting to Receive up to 900% More Nutrition from Your Food
Much like microgreens, sprouts contain a considerable amount of nutrition compared to the fully grown counterparts. Consider these nutritional facts about some common sprouting beans, nuts and seeds:
Top 5 Alkaline Foods and Why You Should Care
We’ve all heard the term pH balance before, but do you know what it actually means? In the case of alkaline foods, we are concerned with the pH of your body. Here are 5 alkaline foods to get you started.
