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If you’re looking for a cholesterol-lowering food with other health benefits, look no further than quinoa. While this ancient grain has gained popularity recently, many people are unaware of its cholesterol-lowering capabilities. In this article, we’ll explore how quinoa can help lower cholesterol levels, what its nutritional profile means for your cholesterol, the benefits of…
The almond (Amygdalus Communis or Prunus Amygdalus) has consideration by some to be the original of the peach, but this is untenable. There are two species of almonds: bitter and sweet. The former has a bitter kernel for flavoring extracts and prussic acid. For the most part, it grows mainly in Mediterranean countries. Sweet or…
Filberts with the species names Corylus Avellana and Corylus Maxima started growing in Europe and Western Asia. Perhaps, the first written history comes from the Balkans. Most commonly in America, we call them Hazelnuts. Definitely, through domestication and hybridization, we can see that many improved varieties are the basis of today’s commercial hazelnut industry. This…
Consumers can be the eyes and ears of an organization. Taking account of complaints or comments can help reduce the possibility of a business being caught off-guard. Then finding itself embroiled in a crisis without warning. Many organizations make it easy for people to complain about an unsatisfactory product, especially if they have an Internet…
Flax seed has recently become the mainstay of health foods due to its high omega-3 fatty acids, lignans, and fiber levels. However, the question: Can flax seeds be eaten raw? Do we have to cook them for optimal health benefits? This article will explore the benefits of eating raw flax seeds, how to incorporate them…
The general believe is that pineapples originate in Central and South America. The indigenous peoples use them as food and medicine for thousands of meals. Eventually, the Europeans would discover them in 1493. That was the same year that Christopher Columbus would complete his second voyage to the Caribbean. The Europeans made their discovery on…
Ginger has mentions in ancient writings from China, India, and the Middle East. Many healers give it praise for its aromatic and culinary qualÂities. However, ginger is probably best known for having a myriad of different medicinal properties. Of these, the first and foremost is ginger’s ability to relieve gastrointestinal problems such as nausea. Ginger…
The American Praline is a smooth, sweet substance made by boiling nuts in sugar and grinding the mixture. Used primarily as a filling for chocolates. It can also be a crisp, semi-crisp candy typically consisting of butter, brown sugar, and pecans. Indeed a delicious treat either way. Marshal du Plessis-Praslin The praline was initially inspired…
Below is an interview with a Colorado-based Vegan Family, The Polks. They live in the country and practice a holistic lifestyle. Working hard to eat and nourish their two children with the cleanest food possible. Thankfully, living in the health-conscious state of Colorado, they have many vegan options. We learned a lot from the Polks…
The special dietary needs market includes wheat and gluten-free, peanut-free, tree nut-free, soy-free, dairy-free, egg-free, and shellfish-free. The current estimate is that 90% of food allergies in the United States are attributed to this shortlist of products. It has changed dramatÂically since the 1900s. We never imagined that food allergy and intolerance awareness would become…