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News & Articles By Michelle Simmons
04/10/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Get a brain boost from spearmint: It improves both short term memory and ability to fall asleep, according to study
Spearmint was found to enhance the brain in older adults by improving both short-term memory and sleep habits, according to a study published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. The study was conducted by a team of researchers who looked at the effects of a dried aqueous spearmint extract on cognitive performance, sleep, […]
04/09/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Eating fruit every day proven to lower cholesterol: The pectin prevents it from building up
Pectin, a soluble fiber usually found in fruits, can lower cholesterol levels, according to a review of studies published in the Journal of Nutrition & Intermediary Metabolism. The study review was carried out by researchers from Food Standards Australia New Zealand, and it comes in line with the thought that soluble fibers can lower blood cholesterol concentrations. […]
04/08/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
You should consider adding rutabaga to your diet: Here’s why
Rutabaga, also called swede or Swedish turnip, may be unfamiliar to some. It is a nutritious vegetable that you should consider adding to your cart the next time you go grocery shopping. Rutabaga (Brassica napus subsp. rapifera, Brassicaceae) is a natural hybrid between a cabbage and turnip. The root vegetable is the enlarged base of […]
04/07/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Good for far more than just smoothies, mango has a fascinating history
Mango (Mangifera indica), the fruit that is commonly known for making smoothies, not only has a fascinating history but also contains many health benefits. Mango is a tropical tree that is native to India and Myanmar, and has been cultivated since 2,000 BCE. Around 1,000 years ago, it was introduced to Africa, and to tropical America […]
04/07/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
The fig: Cultivated longer than wheat or barley, this highly perishable fruit is good for your heart and blood sugar
The fig (Ficus carica) is one of the oldest known cultivated fruit trees, preceding the cultivation of wheat or barley. One of the most notable uses of the fig plant was in medicine, providing benefits for the heart and blood sugar. This is because figs are a good source of both soluble and insoluble fiber. […]
04/02/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Eating nuts increases survival in colon cancer patients
The regular consumption of nuts significantly increases the prognosis of people with stage III colon cancer, according to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology. The study was led by researchers at Yale Cancer Center who looked at the the effect of nuts consumption on colon cancer recurrence and survival. In conducting the study, the research […]
03/26/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
An apple a day really does work: The flavonoid-rich fruit improves cardiovascular health, decreases risk of disease
Apples once again show that they can keep the doctor away. A study has found that the flavonoid-rich fruit enhances cardiovascular health and reduces the risk of disease by improving endothelial function. Just eat it with its skin for more benefits. Past studies have shown that there is an inverse association between apple consumption and […]
03/26/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Hibiscus extracts can be used to provide natural food coloring WITH health benefits
Extracts from hibiscus calyces could be used as a natural food coloring, which can provide health benefits at the same time, according to a study published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness. The study, written by Aly R. Abdel-Moemin from Helwan University in Egypt, evaluated the effect of hibiscus calyces extract on the chemical and sensory properties […]
03/25/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Medicinal uses, effects and benefits of horse mint
A review of studies published in the Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine discussed the medicinal and phytochemical properties of horse mint. The study review was conducted by a team of researchers from Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences and Tehran University of Medical Sciences in Iran. The research team reviewed studies that looked at the pharmacological activities, therapeutic […]
03/25/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Fennel flower found to effectively treat several diseases and conditions, including cancer
Fennel flower, a food additive used since the ancient times, is effective in treating and preventing cancer, according to a review published in the Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine. The fennel plant, also known as Nigella sativa, is an annual flowering plant that is native to South and Southwest Asia, but it also commonly found […]
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