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06/05/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Kombucha holds an impressive nutritional profile

Fascinated by the many beneficial effects of kombucha, Spanish scientists conducted a thorough review of its nutritional profile. They determined that the various bio-active compounds in the fermented tea worked together to achieve their effects. The review was conducted by researchers from the University of Monterrey, who published their findings in the journal CyTA – Journal of […]

05/17/2018 / By Zoey Sky

The best way to boost the health benefits of cocoa beans lies in how you roast them

Several studies have already determined that chocolate offers various health benefits, but according to researchers from Penn State University (PSU), roasting cocoa beans for a specific length of time and at a certain temperature can both “preserve and even boost the potency of some bioactive and antioxidant compounds while protecting desired sensory aspects of chocolate.” […]

04/26/2018 / By Ralph Flores

The history and constituents of the date palm, a favorite since ancient times

Dates share a history with some of the world’s earliest civilizations. People have been enjoying them for so long — well over 5,000 years — that no-one remembers the history of how we first came to enjoy this delectable fruit. One thing is for sure: People consume dates not only for their flavor but also for their […]

04/03/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Are prewashed and packaged salad greens as good as making it yourself? A nutritional review

Prepackaged salads are a godsend for those of us who are too busy to prepare our own healthy meals. They offer vitamin- and mineral-rich fruits and vegetables in a convenient package – what’s not to love? Well, unfortunately, therein lies the problem. Prepackaged salads and their greens are convenient, but are they as healthy as […]

03/24/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

Polyphenols in wine found to improve mouth health

You’ve heard about how moderate amounts of red wine is good for the heart. Now, a new study says that red wine can be good for oral health as well. Compounds in red wine can reportedly keep bad bacteria from sticking to teeth and gums. This is the result of research published in the Journal of […]

12/27/2017 / By Jhoanna Robinson

How do you like your mushrooms? Researchers find that grilled is the best way to preserve the nutritional benefits

Spanish researchers have been able to show that grilling is the best way to preserve mushrooms’ nutritional benefits. Scientists from Mushroom Technological Research Center of La Rioja (CTICH) sought to measure the influence of different cooking methods (boiling, frying, grilling) of betaglucans content, antioxidant activity, and proximate composition of four cultivated mushroom species. The researchers […]

12/06/2017 / By Lance D Johnson

Disease has an inverse relationship with nutrition: Eat more fruits and vegetables to reduce risk of nearly all disease, research finds

A team of scientists from Imperial College London pulled together all the world’s available population studies that document fruit and vegetable intake. The ninety-five studies included two million people and accounted for 112,000 cases of cancer, 81,000 cases of cardiovascular disease, 47,000 cases of stroke, 43,000 cases of heart disease, and 94,000 premature deaths. They […]

04/14/2017 / By Tracey Watson

Controversial scientist claims heating up your tea in the MICROWAVE will make it healthier

Dr. Quan Vuong of the University of Newcastle in Australia, has made a controversial claim that has tea lovers the world over voicing their feelings on social media and elsewhere. Dr. Vuong, who investigates ways to improve the nutritional value of natural products, says that the healthiest (and tastiest) way to make your daily cuppa […]

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