What are Acai Berries? Berries have become synonymous with health in recent times with berries like the blueberry touted as a genuine superfood. Many berries score very highly on the ORAC scale that measures the antioxidant value of food and the acai berry is definitely no … [Read more...]
10 Health Benefits of Pterostilbene
The Next Big Thing? Anybody that follows nutrition news and the research into longevity will be more than familiar with supplements claiming to be the latest big thing. Unfortunately, many of these ‘big things’ turn out to be little more than a dud. The latest big thing … [Read more...]
5 Health Benefits of Fiddlehead Ferns
What are Fiddlehead Ferns? You may have a fern or two decorating your home, adding more green to your environment. But did you know that some ferns like fiddlehead ferns have a variety of uses in the kitchen and medicine cabinet as well? Fiddlehead ferns produce curled … [Read more...]
6 Proven Benefits of Eating Kumquats
What are Kumquats and Why are they Good for you? Many people have heard the name kumquat but it turns out … according to a picture quiz on a popular quiz website that few people are able to identify the fruit from its image. If you are one of the people unfamiliar with this … [Read more...]
Benefits of Mung Bean Sprouts
Mung Bean Sprouts Most people have experienced mung bean sprouts in chop suey and other Asian cuisine, yet they probably pay it little thought. There is more to mung bean sprouts than a satisfying crunch. In fact, these sprouts, grown from mung beans deliver a slightly nutty … [Read more...]