Healthy Food

When the root vegetable horseradish is shredded, crushed, or chewed, the compounds known as isothiocyanates are activated. These compounds have shown activity against bacteria associated with urinary tract infections (UTIs) in laboratory settings. Traditional use of horseradish root includes treatment of bacterial infections of the…
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Daily Apple Intake Tied to Health Benefits Research associates regular apple consumption with a reduced risk of heart disease and diabetes, according to multiple studies and reviews of existing scientific literature. The proverb “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” is increasingly supported by evidence indicating that the fruit's…
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A new report highlights black garlic as a nutrient-dense food produced by aging raw garlic at a controlled low temperature over several weeks, according to the analysis. The process results in a dark colour, soft texture and a sweeter flavour. The report stated that this transformation significantly alters the garlic's chemical profile,…
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A new review from researchers at Queen's University and the University of Toronto examined available human studies on berry intake and macular degeneration. The review indicates that consuming blueberries and goji berries is consistently associated with a lower risk of the eye disease, a condition that is the leading cause of vision loss…
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Adult iron requirements range from 8 to 18 milligrams per day, depending on age and sex, according to the National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements. Officials state that dietary sources can help meet these requirements without reliance on supplements. Standard food composition databases maintained by the U.S. Department…
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Nutrition research indicates that specific nuts and seeds contain nutrients that may promote hair health and growth, according to a report published by Verywell Health. The report identifies biotin, vitamin E, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids as key components found in these foods that have been linked to various aspects of hair follicle…
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Recently an apiarist told me about an old wives’ tale. She said the scuttlebutt in the beekeeping world is that “beekeepers don’t get cancer.” Many anti-cancer protocols insist on zero sugar and no sweeteners of any kind, whether natural or artificial. But this apiarist is a firm believer in the healing power of honey, as well as…
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When it comes to professional kitchens, few materials command the same level of respect as copper. Its warm, gleaming surface is not just for show; copper cookware has been a staple for centuries because of one defining characteristic that sets it apart from stainless steel, aluminium or cast iron: its ability to heat dramatically…
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Many people rely on vitamin D supplements to maintain adequate blood levels of the nutrient, but food sources offer an alternative approach, according to nutrition experts. The National Institutes of Health notes that vitamin D is naturally present in only a few foods, though fortified products provide additional options, according to a…
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Artichokes – the edible flower buds of a thistle – provide a concentrated source of fibre, antioxidants and essential micronutrients while containing only 60 to 70 calories per medium artichoke, according to registered dietitian Grace Derocha, a diabetes educator for Marquee Health in Detroit, Michigan. “Artichokes rank among the…
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