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07/29/2017 / By Earl Garcia
Romaine Lettuce – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Romaine lettuce is a popular salad green and is the most common lettuce variety used in many salad recipes. This green leafy vegetable is characterized by its crunchy texture and savory, neutral taste. Romaine lettuce, also known as cos, belongs to the same plant family as daisies and thistles. Ancient civilizations have long touted lettuce as […]
07/29/2017 / By Earl Garcia
Sprouts – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Sprouts are the germinated seeds of certain legumes or grains such as mung beans, alfalfa, and soybeans. Other varieties of sprouts also include fenugreek, black beans, and kidney beans as well as wheat, split peas, and garbanzo beans. Sprouts are highly valued for their culinary use and medicinal properties. List of known nutrients Sprouts are known […]
07/22/2017 / By Earl Garcia
Sorrel – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Sorrel is a popular salad green that resembles spinach. It is native to Europe and is a staple in Mediterranean cooking. The vegetable belongs to the same plant family as buckwheat and patience dock. According to an article posted on the Diet Health Club website, sorrel is a low-calorie, high-water vegetable that is especially beneficial […]
07/12/2017 / By Earl Garcia
Dill – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Dill is a popular herb that gives a tangy flavor to a variety of recipes such as pickles, salad dressings and fish dishes. The flavorful herb is native to southern Russia, western Africa and the Mediterranean region. It was once highly valued in ancient Greek and Roman cultures for its many health benefits and healing properties. The beneficial […]
07/12/2017 / By Earl Garcia
Soybeans – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Soybeans are among the oldest crops cultivated by men. According to an article on BBC Good Food, the legume is native to China and has been cultivated for more than 13,000 years. Soybeans are an essential staple in traditional Asian diets, especially in China, Japan, and Korea. The plant is currently grown in various parts of the world including […]
07/12/2017 / By Earl Garcia
Leeks – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Leeks are flavonoid- and sulfur-rich vegetables that belong to the same plant family as onions, scallions, shallots, and garlic. However, leeks are not capable of producing bulbs unlike their cousins. The vegetables are known for their mild and sweet flavor and have been touted for their many health benefits. According to an article on The […]
07/12/2017 / By Earl Garcia
Bamboo Shoots – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Bamboo shoots are the edible little sprouts that grow adjacent to bamboo plants. Bamboo shoots are characterized by their crisp and chewy texture. The superfood is a seasonal delicacy especially in East Asian countries such as China, Taiwan, and Japan as well as other Southeast Asian countries. List of known nutrients Bamboo shoots are packed with essential vitamins and […]
07/08/2017 / By Earl Garcia
Sea Cucumber – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Sea cucumbers are sausage-shaped animals characterized by their warty and leathery skin. According to HealthyEating.SFGate.com, the popular seafood is primarily used as both food and folk medicine across Middle East and Asia. Sea cucumbers are found all through out the world’s oceans and are commonly seen on the sea floor. List of known nutrients Sea cucumbers are notably high in […]
07/06/2017 / By Earl Garcia
Parsley – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Parsley is a widely popular herb characterized by its fragrant and slightly bitter taste, and is often used as a decorative garnish in many dishes. The two most popular types of parsley are curly parsley and Italian flat leaf parsley. The herb resembles coriander, especially the flat leaf variety. Parsley is native to the Mediterranean region of Southern […]
06/30/2017 / By Earl Garcia
Mung Bean – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Mung beans are warm season annuals that belong to the legume plant family, which includes adzuki and cowpea. Mung beans have long been a part of Indian cuisine, and are still cultivated in various regions cross the globe such as Southeast Asia, Africa, South America, and Australia. Mung beans are more commonly known as Chickasaw peas in the […]
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