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The Health Benefits of Potatoes

The starch in potatoes is mainly a large molecular group that can be slowly absorbed by the body and make you feel full after eating. Being rich in dietary fiber, low in fat, and high in vitamins, potatoes are known as a perfect nutritional food and can prevent the three highs. Health benefits of potatoes ...

Helen London

Baking potatoes.

Scientists Discover Bacteria Responsible for Kimchi Fermentation

If you are a fan of Korean cuisine, you will be familiar with kimchi, which is basically the mascot of fermented foods. Scientists have always known that it is rich in microbes. Now, a study from the World Institute of Kimchi (WiKim) sheds light on the influence of various bacteria found in the food. Kimchi ...

Raven Montmorency

A bowl of kimchi.

Saffron: The Amazing and Mysterious Spice

Saffron is one of the most expensive spices in the world, with high-quality varieties selling for up to US$1,000 per pound. It is usually grown in the Mediterranean, Middle East, and India, and has been used extensively in Persian and Indian cuisine for centuries. In ancient Greece, this spice was seen as a useful medicine. ...

Raven Montmorency

A plate of saffron.

6 Reasons Why Apple Cider Vinegar Is Good for You

Apple cider vinegar is made by adding yeast to apple juice. This turns the sugar in the juice into alcohol. Eventually, bacteria convert the alcohol into acetic acid, which gives the vinegar its strong smell and sour flavor. Apple cider vinegar is usually used as a salad dressing. Since it is an acid, you should ...

Raven Montmorency

Three red apples sitting on a table.

Garlic: A Natural Antibiotic

Garlic is a pungent and strong-tasting herb. It is rich in sulfur-containing compounds, especially allicin, which has extraordinary germicidal properties, making it a great choice as an antibiotic. As a food, it has a warming and soothing nature and strengthens the stomach. It not only detoxifies and repels insects, but also works to regulate blood ...

Michael Segarty

Cloves of garlic.

The Health Benefits of Rice

According to Statista, the human population consumed about 490.27 million metric tons of rice in the 2018/2019 crop year. More than 100 countries include it in their everyday meals, and some serve it from breakfast to dinner. It’s high in calories and cheap, making it easily accessible to the larger public. Arguably, it is one ...

Emma Lu

Terraced rice growing.

Impressive Health Benefits of Pumpkins

Pumpkins are a low-cost vegetable and are used in a wide variety of cooking and baking, as well as for decorating. But their nutritional value and health benefits are often overlooked. Pumpkins contain an abundance of nutrients such as protein, beta carotene, several B vitamins, vitamin C, calcium, and phosphorus, which are beneficial to human health ...

Emma Lu

Harvested pumpkins.

7 Healthy Reasons to Eat Camu Camu

Camu camu is a berry native to the Amazon rainforest region in South America. Considered a superfood, the fruit is growing in popularity in the U.S. Due to their acidic taste, these berries are not usually eaten raw by most people. Instead, they are blended into juices or used as a powder that is then ...

Raven Montmorency

Camu camu berries.

Sage: The Holy Herb

In the plant world, the salvia family (which is literally “rat-tail-grass” in Chinese) includes nearly 1,000 species, including sage. The great numbers of both reflect the inherent vitality. Salvia is the largest genus of plants in the Lamiaceae family, which consists of aromatic plants and herbs such as lavender, mint, and rosemary. It is widely ...

Helen London

Sage plants in bloom.

The Potential Medical Benefits of Ginger

Ginger is a common item found in most households. It is not only good for your health, but it is also useful in treating certain ailments. Ginger may have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral, and other healthful properties. Below are some of the possible medicinal uses of ginger. Reducing gas and improving digestion Several studies have investigated ginger’s effects ...

Emma Lu