Turnips (Brassica rapa L.) are part of the root vegetable family, along with plants like beetroot, radish, carrots, and celery. Turnips provide countless nutrients, including immune-supportive vitamin C, dietary fiber, disease-fighting antioxidants, and more. In season from spring through the winter, turnips can be roasted...
Peas, also known as green peas or garden peas, are the tiny, round seeds of the Pisum sativum plant. Though commonly thought of as a vegetable, peas belong to the legume family, similar to beans, lentils, and peanuts. Peas are highly nutritious, offering a concentrated...
[embed]https://youtu.be/m8HoINRWmfQ?si=_8B4vNeD2bXrfdwk[/embed] Kiwi, once called the Chinese gooseberry, is a small fruit with significant nutritional benefits. Native to the hillsides of Southwest China, kiwi is now a popular fruit grown in many areas of the world. It earned its name from New Zealand fruit exporters, who named...
Vitamin K is a collective term for a group of compounds with a similar chemical structure. These compounds are essential for skeletal health, blood clotting, and many other important functions in the body. The types of vitamin K obtained from dietary sources include vitamin K1...
https://youtu.be/bOQxOthLSCA?si=3aBwrzaPDnNc4jWb Embarking on the journey of sobriety can be a transformative experience, offering a myriad of physical and mental health benefits. For those thinking about a break from alcohol, the decision may stem from a desire to reclaim control, improve overall well-being, or address the potential...
The pistachio (Pistacia vera L.) has been used as a food source for 300,000 years and is one of the most popularly consumed nuts in the world. Pistachios have a slightly sweet taste and tender texture and are commonly enjoyed as a snack and used...
Garbanzo beans (Cicer arietinum), also known as chickpeas, are a type of pulse that are commonly consumed in many regions of the world. Pulses are the dried, edible seeds of plants in the legume or Fabaceae plant family. There are many types of garbanzo beans,...
When we talk about strategies to improve our overall health, a lot of the time we tend to focus on how to maintain a healthy heart, digestive system, liver, lungs, and brain. Of course, this is paramount. These major organ systems of your body pretty...
[embed]https://youtu.be/lCkJrw0OSxQ[/embed] Many societies, especially those of the Americas and China, have a history of using cayenne pepper therapeutically. A powerful plant with many uses, cayenne pepper gained buzz for cleansing and detoxifying regimes, which use the spice to stimulate circulation and neutralize acidity. Cayenne pepper has been...
Blueberries are a superfood that can provide substantial health benefits. They’re packed with nutrients, such as fiber, vitamin C, and manganese. Blueberries also contain special antioxidants that may ward off disease.The small fruit has been known to boost heart health, protect against cancer, improve memory,...