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03/24/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Potatoes GOOD for diabetics? Study finds prebiotic from potatoes actually reduces insulin resistance

Diabetics and pre-diabetics are often told to avoid potatoes due to being relatively high on the glycemic index (GI). But, as a new study demonstrated, potatoes may actually be more beneficial than detrimental. MSPrebiotic, a natural, digestion-resistant starch made from potato (Solanum tuberosum) extract was found to have a positive impact on gut microbiota and […]

09/28/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Lily Bulb sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents

Lily bulbs are the fleshy, underground buds that act as the food reserve for lilies, which are herbaceous, flowering plants that are found and cultivated in numerous countries around the world. The bulbs of these plants are often used in herbal remedies, most notably in traditional Chinese medicine where they’re called “bai he”. In this […]

09/23/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Mesquite – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents

Mesquite, also known as Prosopis, is the common name for a genus of small leguminous trees native to the southwestern United States and Mexico. These shrubs were highly valued by Native Americans for their practical, medicinal, and culinary uses, particularly those residing in arid climates. Nearly all parts of the mesquite were utilized for a […]

08/29/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Corn Silk – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com

Corn silk is the tuft of shiny, golden-green, threadlike fibers on ears of corn (Zea mays), the purpose of which is to aid in the process of reproduction. The corn silk that juts out of the husk catches pollen transports it to the cob in order to pollinate the corn kernels. For many people who regularly […]

08/28/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Walnuts found to satiate appetite and give you a feeling of “fullness”

Walnuts are healthy snacks linked to a bevy of health benefits, and a recent study has found another one. Researchers from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center claim that eating walnuts can lead to reduced food cravings, as well as increased feelings of fullness. According to ScienceDaily.com, they found that the consumption of walnuts was associated […]

08/21/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Mainstream media food propaganda claims CHIPS are better for you than an avocado

If there’s one nutrient that we need to consume on a daily basis, it’s protein. Not only does protein help us maintain and build up muscle mass, it curbs hunger and makes us less likely to snack in-between meals. Obtaining protein is commonly associated with meat consumption, but eating too much meat can have ill-effects […]

08/15/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Baby Corn – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com

Baby corn, also known as cornlettes, is immature ear of corn picked before it has fully matured. This cereal grain is a common sight in Asian cuisine due to it being used in stir fries and noodle dishes, but has worked it way westwards. Unlike mature corn which is a starchy, carbohydrate-heavy vegetable, the nutritional […]

08/03/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Chinese Cabbage – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com

Chinese cabbage (Brassica rapa subsp. Chinensis), also known as bok choy or pak choi, is a green leafy vegetable native to China, where it has been cultivated for thousands of years. This winter-hardy vegetable is highly popular in China and Southeast Asia, particularly in Vietnam and the Philippines. Chinese cabbage has captured the attention of […]

07/29/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Winter Squash – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com

Winter squashes are warm-season squash species that are harvested and eaten when the fruit and seeds have matured. The most popular varieties of winter squash are acorn squash, butternut squash, delicata squash, pumpkin, kabocha squash, and spaghetti squash. Winter squashes are among the oldest crops in the world, having been cultivated and consumed by the peoples […]

07/29/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Moth Beans – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com

The moth bean (Vigna acontifolia) is an herbaceous creeping plant native to India and Pakistan. These drought-resistant legumes are grown for human consumption and for fodder, especially since moth beans can thrive in a variety of soils. In fact, people from the arid northern Indian state of Rajasthan depend on moth beans as one of […]

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