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Raspberries are the edible fruit of a plant species in the rose family. There are many types of raspberries — including black, purple and golden — but the red raspberry, or Rubus idaeus, is the most common. Red raspberries are native to Europe and northern Asia and cultivated in temperate areas worldwide. Most US raspberries are grown in California, Washington and Oregon. These sweet, tart berries have a short shelf life and are harvested only during the summer and fall months. For these reasons, raspberries are best eaten shortly after purchasing. This article explores the nutritional value and health benefits of...

Az alternatív irányt követve több olyan ételt, illetve fűszert kell fogyasztani, amelyek természetes úton, veszélyes mellékhatások nélkül segítenek a vérnyomás csökkentésében. Nyers mandula Napi egy marék nyers mandula elfogyasztása jelentős változást hozhat a vérnyomásértékekben. A nyers mandula gazdag egyszeresen telítetlen zsírsavakban, amelyek tudományosan is bizonyítottan segítik a vér koleszterinszintjének csökkentését, továbbá csökkentik az artériás gyulladásokat és magát a vérnyomást is. Annak ellenére, hogy magas a zsír- és a kalóriatartalma, a mandula segíti a fogyást és az izomtömeg építését, természetes módon támogatva az egészséges keringést is. Más vérnyomáscsökkentő hatású csonthéjasokkal, pl. dióval együtt fogyasztva a mandula az egyik leghatékonyabb kardiovaszkuláris szupertáplálék. Cayenne-bors...

Also known as maize, corn is one of the world’s most popular cereal grains. It’s the seed of a plant in the grass family, native to Central America but grown in countless varieties worldwide. Popcorn and sweet corn are popular varieties, but refined corn products are also widely consumed, frequently as ingredients in processed food. These include tortillas, tortilla chips, polenta, cornmeal, corn flour, corn syrup, and corn oil. Whole-grain corn is as healthy as any cereal grain, as it’s rich in fiber and many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Corn is typically yellow but comes in a variety of other colors,...

Consumption of meat has many health benefits such as the elimination of skin diseases, strengthening of the immune system, long-term energy, building and repairing of body tissues and protection of the body from infections, It aids in the production of hemoglobin and is a rich source of protein and other essential amino acids. Poultry, pork, beef, lamb, seafood are some of the types of meat that are as essential as they are tasty. The common denominator in all these is the protein that humans need. Protein converts to energy in our body and helps manage daily functionality. The recommended  daily intake of protein is 46 grams for teenage...

Kefir is a fermented, probiotic-rich food—similar to yogurt—that can help to support bone and skin health, and more. Learn about its benefits, enjoy some kefir-inclusive recipes, and even make your own! What Is Kefir? Kefir is a slightly more-liquid version of yogurt. Often recommended for its impressive probiotic levels, kefir both does well as a stand-alone fermented beverage as well as a main ingredient in many yummy recipes. A fermented drink, kefir is usually made from cow, goat, nut, or coconut milk. What makes kefir different from its cousin, yogurt, is the way in which it is made. Kefir is fermented with...