Corn ( also called maize ) is a popular food that’s known for its yellow color, its pleasant taste, and its unique ability to be eaten on the cob. Corn is a whole grain food that is high in fibre, low in fat and provides our body with essential nutrients. Health benefits of corn include…
“An apple a day keeps the doctor away” was the first nutritional advice myself and many children heard from their moms. Many of us forget that sometimes, the simplest answers are the best. Apples are packed with disease-fighting vitamins, antioxidants and more, easily making them one of the top-ranked fruits for your health. Read on…
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…
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…
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…
Grapeseed oil (also called Grape seed oil or grape oil) is pressed from the seeds of grapes, and is thus an abundant by-product of winemaking. There are two primary uses for grapeseed oil: cosmetics and culinary applications. It is claimed to have all sorts of health benefits, but others disagree. Wondering what are the true benefits…
Cucumbers are the fourth most cultivated vegetable in the world. Botanically, it belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family; and is known scientifically as Cucumis sativus. Cucumber has an impressive amount of water (about 96%) that is naturally distilled, which makes it superior to ordinary water. Its skin contains a high percentage of vitamin A, so should…