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04/07/2018 / 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 / 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. […]

01/23/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Seashore mangosteen, used for medicinal purposes in the East, found to protect the liver and inhibit cancer growth

In a recent study, researchers revealed that mangosteen has liver-protecting properties that guard against toxin damage and cancer. The paper, published in the African Journal of Traditional, Complementary and Alternative Medicines, examined the potential that mangosteen has in inhibiting cytotoxic materials from affecting the liver. What causes liver damage? The liver is known to be the largest organ […]

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