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Move over quinoa, amaranth grain has arrived! Actually it arrived thousands of years ago and was an Aztec staple until the Conquistadors banned it because it was also a staple of Aztec religious ceremonies. Lucky for us, one of the amaranth plant’s many assets is that it grows quickly and easily on its own so […]
The Moringa Tree (Moringa oleifera) is native to North India that’s been nicknamed “the miracle tree” and the “tree of life” for its superfood properties. Virtually every part of the tree is edible and packed with nutrients. According to nutrition researcher C. Gopalan’s and the author of Nutritive Value of Indian Foods, “A small serving of the […]
Nicknamed the gold of the Incas, Lucuma fruit is a super fruit that has been eaten by Peruvians since 200 A.D. Despite its recognition in the Andes, modern science is just now discovering how nutrient-dense this fruit—that looks like an avocado, but with an orange colored center—really is. It contains beta carotene, calcium, iron, protein, vitamin […]
What is nutritional yeast? If you’re vegan, you’re probably already familiar with this non-dairy cheese alternative that may just be one of the breakout superfoods of 2016. Nutritional yeast doesn’t sound particularly appetizing but it actually adds a delicious cheesy, nutty flavor to food in addition to packing a huge nutritional punch. Once you whip […]
Asian cultures have reaped the benefits of seaweed nutrition for centuries. Lately it’s been getting more attention in the West for being the next big superfood. It’s an excellent source of calcium, potassium, protein and omega 3s but one of the biggest seaweed benefits is the fact that it’s one of the only natural sources […]
Raise your hand if you eat fermented foods. Did you order kimchee at a Korean restaurant lately? If you answered yes, you did your body good. Kimchi, a traditional fermented side dish made of vegetables like cabbage, radish, scallion or cucumber, has been around for centuries. This preservation technique, which increases shelf life, flavor and the texture of […]
Knowing how to take probiotics is a little (and by that we mean a lot) more complicated than simply eating a cup of yogurt every day. To start, you need to know what they are and why your body needs them. Probiotics are the trillions of “good” bacteria living in your gut and you need […]
If you’re looking for a new oatmeal recipe to get you going in the morning, there are plenty of creative chefs who are completely reinventing this breakfast classic. Oatmeal has numerous health benefits and its high fiber content makes it excellent for weight-loss too. To make the most of its whole grain goodness Healthline recommends, […]
We’re always on the lookout for tasty and healthy new smoothie recipes. Smoothies are a fantastic and tasty way to up your fruit and veggie intake as long as you’re careful to avoid added sugar and stick to a 70/30 veggie to fruit ratio. According to a study by health economist and associate professor at […]