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News & Articles By Frances Bloomfield
08/26/2018
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By Frances Bloomfield
The potential of ginger essential oils as a natural cockroach repellent
A study published in the Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences took a look at the potential of ginger as a cockroach repellent, as well as evaluate the chemical composition of ginger essential oil. Ginger essential oil was extracted from white ginger using two different methods: supercritical fluid extraction (SFE) and Soxhlet extraction (SE). […]
08/26/2018
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By Frances Bloomfield
The addition of sage extract to turkey meatballs delays oxidation (spoilage)
Compared to other types of poultry, turkey meat is more susceptible to oxidation, even in cold storage. In an attempt to remedy this, a team of Polish researchers carried out a study using the herb sage, which was previously shown to prevent oxidation in minced turkey breast. The research was published in CyTA – Journal of Food. […]
08/26/2018
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By Frances Bloomfield
Spoon-fed babies at higher risk of becoming obese, researchers find
Are you setting up your baby to become obese by spoon-feeding them? Dr. Amy Brown certainly thinks so. The Swansea University associate professor has asserted that a baby-led feeding approach is superior to the traditional spoon-feeding style. The idea that babies who feed themselves are healthier and more adventurous eaters is one Brown explored in […]
08/22/2018
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By Frances Bloomfield
Here’s why you should take an apple cider vinegar bath and how you do it
Keeping a bottle of apple cider vinegar around your home ensures that you’ve got a handy solution for all kinds of problems. From a cure for sore throat to an all-purpose surface cleaner, apple cider vinegar has a variety of uses. It’s so useful and powerful a substance that some people have taken to dipping […]
08/17/2018
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By Frances Bloomfield
Using pomegranate peels as an alternative flour for macaroni
Numerous studies have discussed the many and varied applications and nutritional benefits of pomegranate peels. A study published in the Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences looks at another potential use for pomegranate peels as an ingredient in macaroni. Mature pomegranates were turned into pomegranate peel powder. Analyses of the nutritional contents of the […]
08/09/2018
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By Frances Bloomfield
A prepper’s recipe: Blending chicken burgers with pistachio hulls increases their shelf life
As any prepper knows, one of the biggest hurdles to overcome is food spoilage. This is especially true if you’re fond of chicken burgers, which are prone to deteriorating fairly quickly. Fortunately, the addition of a simple ingredient can greatly improve the storage life of your homemade chicken burgers without affecting taste. The ingredient? Pistachio hulls. According […]
08/09/2018
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By Frances Bloomfield
An apple a day keeps the wrinkles away: Compounds found in the fruit protect you against aging skin
Doctors aren’t the only ones that apples keep away: Research has shown that the fruit can also keep aging at bay, thanks to its wealth of beneficial nutrients. The study, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, identified that the Annurca apple, a variety grown in southern Italy, is capable of slowing down aging by reducing oxidative […]
08/02/2018
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By Frances Bloomfield
The effects of heat on the beneficial qualities of turnip greens
A team of researchers from the University of Santiago de Compostela conducted an experiment to determine which cooking method had the least detrimental effects on Brassica vegetables. Exposing these types of vegetables to heat is known to negatively impact their phytochemical content. Four sample of turnip greens were washed, chopped, and sliced prior to being […]
07/30/2018
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By Frances Bloomfield
Annurca apple demonstrates positive effects on aging and the prevention of degenerative disease
A study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine looked at the impact of apples on aging. In particular, researchers from the Sapienza University of Rome and the University of Naples Federico II investigated the effects of Annurca apple extracts using a simple eukaryotic model. Researchers selected the Mela Annurca Campana cultivar because of its higher concentration […]
07/27/2018
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By Frances Bloomfield
Natural remedies for heart health: Study finds pomegranate juice combined with propolis protects against heart attack
Heart attacks, or acute myocardial infarctions, are among the leading causes of death, second only to cancer. Many of these heart events are preventable, however, and one of the best ways to avoid them is to adhere to a heart-healthy diet. Various foods are said to be good for one’s heart and, in the case […]
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