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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.” […]
04/20/2022
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By Zoey Sky
Top 8 tasty and nutritious vegetables for juicing
Juicing is a great way to improve your overall health, especially if you’re looking for a quick and convenient way to boost your nutrient intake. But if you’re new to juicing, it can be rather difficult to choose which vegetables to use when making a green juice. Below are eight of the most nutritious vegetables that you can […]
03/16/2022
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By Olivia Cook
Cacao nibs: The ultimate superfood packed with antioxidants
Cacao nibs are pure cacao beans (or seeds) from the Theobroma cacao tree that are chopped or broken into very small pieces. These bitter, chocolatey-tasting cacao nibs are loaded with an impressive amount of nutrients and powerful plant compounds that have been shown to benefit health in many ways. When you eat cacao nibs, you are […]
03/11/2022
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By Ralph Flores
Can this popular vegetable in Nigerian cuisine protect the liver from oxidative damage?
Scientists from the University of Port Harcourt in Nigeria found that editan (Lasianthera africana), a shrub native to central Africa, may protect the liver from antibiotic-induced damage. In their report, which appeared in the Journal of Integrative Medicine, the team examined whether editan leaves can protect the liver from oxidative damage in vivo. Editan is a staple […]
02/11/2022
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By Cassie B.
Compound in broccoli may help repair brain damage
Scientists long believed that brain regeneration was not possible, but there’s growing evidence that a compound in broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables may be able to carry out this remarkable feat. In the 1960s, scientists first started to report evidence of brain regeneration in the hippocampus of adult guinea pigs and rats and the cortex […]
11/02/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
Sprouts vs. microgreens: Is one healthier than the other?
Microgreens are often confused with sprouts and vice versa. But there are distinct differences between the two, as well as some notable similarities. Both microgreens and sprouts are rich in nutrients and powerful compounds. Both foods also confer a number of health benefits. But is one food better than the other? Read on to find […]
04/28/2021
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Lycopene is a promising nutrient that can prevent gastric diseases associated with H. pylori
Helicobacter pylori is a spiral-shaped bacterium that grows in your digestive tract. An opportunistic pathogen, it is considered to be the most successful colonizer of the human gastrointestinal tract, infecting the stomachs of roughly 60 percent of the world’s adult population. H. pylori often infects the stomach during childhood and is well-known for causing peptic ulcers. These gastric […]
02/10/2021
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Study: Battling cancer and preventing cancer recurrence with cruciferous vegetables
Cruciferous vegetables may hold the key to stopping the progression and recurrence of cancer. Researchers at South Dakota State University (SDState) reported that a compound from cruciferous vegetables called phenethyl isothiocyanate (PEITC) can halt tumor formation and metastasis in mice bearing transplanted cancer stem cells (CSCs). PEITC can also stop the proliferation of cultured CSCs, which are heavily implicated in tumor […]
02/01/2021
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers identify compound in bitter melon that can lower blood sugar effectively
Momordica charantia, or bitter melon, is a tropical vine whose fruit is commonly used in Asian cuisine. Despite its strong, bitter taste, many people still choose to eat this unusual vegetable because of its many health benefits. One of the best-known properties of bitter melon is its ability to lower blood sugar levels. This has been demonstrated in numerous studies and […]
12/24/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Compounds from two Nigerian vegetables found to inhibit enzymes implicated in neurodegenerative diseases
Neurodegenerative disease is a term used for conditions that affect the function of neurons in the human brain. Unlike other cells in the body, neurons, or nerve cells, are incapable of cell reproduction. Once neurons are injured, degenerate or die, the body cannot replace them with new ones. This is why neurodegenerative diseases are debilitating and very […]
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