The scientific study of food and drink, learning about the nutrition facts and health benefits of foods.
Low in calories and high in vitamins, spinach is a winter superfood. Spinach has an extremely high nutritional value and is rich in antioxidants. It is a good source of vitamins A, B2, C and K, and also contains magnesium, manganese, folate, iron, calcium and potassium. Read the following surprising facts about the health benefits…
Kiwi fruit, also known as Chinese gooseberry, is the edible berry of a woody vine in the genus Actinidia. Kiwi fruit was named after the New Zealand Kiwi bird – an unusual flightless bird- because they are both small, brown and furry. All parts of the kiwifruit are edible, including the skin, although the last…
Avocado, or also called alligator pear, it has a green-skinned, fleshy body that may be pear-shaped, egg-shaped, or spherical. Avocado is considered as one of the healthiest foods in the planet because it is rich in folic acid and vitamin K, and are good dietary sources of vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin E and pantothenic…
Black pepper, or Piper nigrum, is widely believed to be the most common culinary spice in the world. We use it to spice up our omelette, or add that extra zing to Indian dishes, but did you know that humble black pepper can add a lot more to your food than just flavour. It is…
Carrots are scientifically classified as Daucus carota, and it is categorized as a root vegetable. A medium-size carrot has 25 calories, 6 grams of carbs, and 2 grams of fiber, however, they provide only 41 calories per 100 g, negligible amount of fat and no cholesterol. Consuming carrots are known to be good for the…
Characteristic aroma, bright red color, juicy texture and sweetness, strawberries are among the most popular berries. Strawberry is consumed in large quantities, either fresh or in such prepared foods as preserves, fruit juice, pies, ice creams, milkshakes, and chocolates. This fruit is rich in antioxidants and other essential nutrients that can help you reduce your…
Pears belong to the rose family and are closely related to apples. Them are packed with nutrients, fiber and antioxidants, making them a delicious and healthful snacking choice. Since they are hypo-allergenic, pears are often recommended as a safe fruit to introduce to infants, even individuals with food intolerances can eat pears without any risk…
The Pineapple (Ananas Comosus) is a tropical plant with edible fruit. This popular fruit is eaten raw or is an important ingredient in various pies. It is widely used to flavor ice creams and shakes. Pineapple is rich in fibers, vitamins, minerals, nutrients and anti-oxidants and contains over 80 nutrients. The following are some of…
Did you know that honey has been used and consumed throughout recorded history for over 4000 years? We have the hardworking bee to thank for this precious gift. Bees swallow, digest and regurgitate nectar to make honey; this nectar contains almost 600 compounds, it may offer more than just flavor, research is finding that honey…
Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is one of the most common leaf vegetables and a basic ingredient of many salads. There are basically 6 different types of lettuce, namely Butterhead (Boston or Bibb), Chinese lettuce, Crisphead (Iceberg), Looseleaf, Romaine and Summer Crisp (Batavia), each having many varieties that vary in nutritional content. Although all varieties of lettuce…