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11/09/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Reseachers explore the antioxidant properties of cotton lavender
Antioxidants are important molecules that help neutralize free radicals. Free radicals are unstable and highly reactive molecules that can damage cells and their components. A product of cell metabolic processes — particularly the generation of energy using oxygen — free radicals are constantly produced inside the human body. Hence, it’s important that antioxidant levels match this […]
06/29/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Phenolic-enriched raspberry extract can decrease weight gain – even when eating a high-fat diet
There are many health benefits associated with eating raspberries (Rubus idaeus). These brightly colored fruits from the rose family are rich in essential nutrients and compounds that boost brain, heart and eye health and help with various health problems, such as diabetes, cancer and digestive issues. Notable micronutrients that can be found in raspberries include vitamins […]
05/08/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Study: Biodynamic preparations could have a positive effect on the chemical compounds of mulberry leaves
White mulberry (Morus alba) is a small tree native to Northern China that produces white-colored berries. Its leaves are well-known not only for their medicinal uses, but also for serving as food for silkworms. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the different parts of white mulberry are used to treat a variety of illnesses. White mulberry […]
04/29/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Raspberry fruit extract found to lower weight gain and increase ambulatory activity
Researchers at Rutgers University in New Jersey tested whether phenolic-enriched raspberry extracts, compared with raspberry ketone, can promote resilience toward metabolic alterations caused by an obesity-inducing diet. Their study was published in the journal Nutrition Research. Red raspberries (Rubus idaeus) contain numerous phenolic compounds that provide health benefits. Raspberry ketone (4-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-2-butanone), a flavoring agent, is the […]
09/27/2019
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By Janine Acero
Purple corn is an ancient superfood that can fight diabetes and obesity
When it comes to superfoods, corn may be the last thing most people think of. After all, it is one of the most genetically modified crops in the States. But locally grown, organic corn does have nutritional benefits, and researchers from the University of Illinois developed new kinds of purple corn (Zea mays L.) to study how […]
09/11/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Spearmint is a cool way to boost your cognitive focus and attention
Spearmint is commonly used to freshen your breath. However, new research shows that it could also boost your attention. A study published in the journal Nutrition Research found a link between spearmint extract supplementation and enhanced attention. For the study, researchers from Kemin Foods and the MusclePharm Sports Science Institute examined whether spearmint could improve […]
05/11/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Adding beetroot to mayonnaise makes it more nutritious and longer lasting
Mayonnaise is one of the go-to condiments in almost every household. It goes well with salads, meats, and sandwiches, and it is packed with nutrients. It’s no wonder that people want to extend the shelf life of this all-around condiment. Fortunately, researchers from the University of Aberdeen in Scotland found a way to do just […]
05/02/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Get your potatoes fresh: Processing them means you lose up to HALF their nutrients
Potatoes are known to be healthy. However, when they are processed, they lose most of their nutrients. In a new study, researchers looked at how much glycoalkaloids and phenolic compounds are there in whole potatoes and processed potatoes. For the study, researchers from China looked at the food nutrition and safety of potatoes. They quantified the […]
04/24/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Research identifies glycoalkaloids, phenolic compounds in potatoes
A study published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness found that processing potatoes removes most of their nutrients. The study quantified glycoalkaloids and phenolic compounds in potatoes. Researchers from China looked at the nutritional profile and overall food safety of potatoes. They quantified the glycoalkaloids and phenolic compounds in three potato varieties, such as […]
11/17/2018
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By Ellaine Castillo
Tamarind, a tropical fruit used in traditional medicine, found to kill drug-resistant bacteria
One of the most worrisome health problems in the modern world is the rise of drug-resistant bacteria. Most people believed that with the development of antibiotics, bacterial infections would be a thing of the past. However, they didn’t account that the same drugs would be responsible for the resistant bacterial strains that plague us today. […]
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