Lingonberries are small, red berries that taste similar to cranberries but are not quite as tart. They grow on a small evergreen shrub — Vaccinium vitis-idaea — that is native to the Scandinavian regionRead More…
Shellfish have been eaten all over the world for centuries. They’re rich in lean protein, healthy fats, and minerals. Regularly eating shellfish may boost your immunity, aid weight loss, and promote brainRead More…
Kiwano melon is an exotic, peculiar-looking fruit from the central and southern regions of Africa. It’s formally known as Cucumis metuliferus but informally also goes by horned melonand African horned cucumber. When ripe, theRead More…
The consumption of vegetable oils has increased dramatically in the past century. Most mainstream health professionals consider them healthy, but vegetable oils may cause health problems. Their health effects vary depending onRead More…
Along with glucose, fructose is one of the two major components of added sugar. Some health experts believe fructose is the worse of the two, at least when consumed in excess. AreRead More…
There’s a good chance you’ll spot a box of iodized salt in any kitchen pantry. While it’s a dietary staple in many households, there’s a lot of confusion about what iodized saltRead More…
About 14% of people experience chronic constipation at some point. Symptoms include passing stools less than three times per week, straining, lumpy or hard stools, a sensation of incomplete evacuation, feeling blockedRead More…
Eggs are so nutritious that they’re often referred to as “nature’s multivitamin.” They also contain unique antioxidants and powerful brain nutrients that many people are deficient in. Here are 6 reasons whyRead More…
Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world. Many health professionals believe it’s also one of the healthiest. For some people, it’s the single largest source of antioxidants inRead More…
Many healthy foods have been unfairly demonized in the past, including coconut oil, cheese and unprocessed meat. But among the worst examples are the false claims about eggs, which are one ofRead More…