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05/11/2022
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By Olivia Cook
Pumpkin seeds: A nutritious, inexpensive and versatile snack with plenty of health benefits
Pumpkin seeds are flat, dark-green seeds encased in yellow-white husks at the center of the pumpkin fruit. The oldest pumpkin seeds were found in Mexico and were estimated to be around 9,000 years old. Because of their chewy texture and subtly sweet, creamy, pleasant nutty flavor, these edible kernels have been eaten throughout history for sustenance. […]
04/27/2022
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By Olivia Cook
Beetroot is packed with disease-fighting antioxidants, phytonutrients and essential nutrients
Beet and beetroot refer to the same species of vegetable, Beta vulgaris. Most varieties are purple or bright red in color, some are yellow, white or pink. The term “beet” is most commonly used in North America to describe the taproot of Beta vulgaris, which is widely referred to in the United Kingdom as the “beetroot.” […]
04/13/2022
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By Olivia Cook
Don’t get rid of the skin of the fruit: Apple PEEL is PACKED with nutrients your body needs
Apples are among the most consumed fruits in the Western world, although some people don’t like the skin. Apple skin or peels are often discarded due to habit or preference by eaters, while others are worried about consuming potential pesticide residue or the natural wax coating that appears powdery on the peel. They’re certainly missing a […]
02/23/2022
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By Olivia Cook
Tocotrienol replaces tocopherol as the new face of vitamin E
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin, meaning it dissolves in fats and oil. It is absorbed by fat globules that travel through the small intestines and is distributed through the body in the bloodstream. Unlike water-soluble vitamins that do not stay in the body for long and cannot be stored, fat-soluble vitamins are not readily […]
01/14/2022
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By Olivia Cook
Grapes: Versatile fruit with health benefits
Grapes are berries that grow on a vine. Because of their versatility, variety and portability, grapes are popular all over the world. More than 72 million tons of grapes are grown annually around the globe – more than bananas, oranges or apples. Grapes can be crimson, black, dark blue, yellow, green, orange and pink. They grow in […]
11/27/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
7 Vitamins and nutrients that promote eye health
Contrary to popular belief, poor vision and eye diseases are not inevitable consequences of aging. Maintaining healthy levels of nutrients essential for eye health can keep your eyes sharp even as you age and guard against vision loss. Recent studies have linked many nutrients to a reduced risk of eye conditions and poor vision. These […]
07/27/2020
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By Zoey Sky
Want to boost your zinc levels? Eat more of these nutrient-rich foods
When you follow a balanced diet, you ensure that your body is getting all the essential vitamins and minerals it needs, such as zinc. Research suggests that being deficient in zinc leads to a lot of health problems, such as immune dysfunction and chronic kidney and liver disease. To prevent zinc deficiency, incorporate foods rich in zinc […]
07/21/2020
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By Zoey Sky
Bad eating habits may cause blindness, warn researchers
There’s no denying that eating junk food is bad for your health, as it’s linked to obesity and an increased risk of various health problems. A report in the Annals of Internal Medicine even found that a diet full of junk food could eventually cause vision loss. Researchers from the University of Bristol in the U.K. looked at a particular case […]
12/08/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Not just for the eyes: Lutein also boosts memory, says study
Lutein is known for its ability to support eye health. But a recent study from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign revealed that the carotenoid can also help in boosting memory, especially for people suffering from obesity. For the study, the team collected dietary data from the participants — all of whom were either obese or overweight. […]
09/16/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Can an unbalanced diet negatively affect your eye health?
An unhealthy diet is one of the leading causes of disease. In a recent study in the journal Molecular Nutrition & Food Research, researchers found that it can even increase the risk of eye diseases which can lead to blindness. In this study, researchers from the University of Southampton in the U.K. discovered how poor nutrition, including high fat […]
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