News & Articles By Russel Davis
06/30/2017 / By Russel Davis
Daikon – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Daikon, which goes by many names — including Asian radish, Oriental radish, Chinese radish, or Japanese radish — is a nutritious root vegetable characterized by its smooth, white roots. It is one of the largest varieties of radishes that may grow up to 18 inches long and weigh between five to six pounds. While daikons can be […]
06/27/2017 / By Russel Davis
Wakame – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Wakame is a type of seaweed that is a popular in Japanese cuisine. The greenish seaweed boasts with a cooling nature and a sweet, slightly salty taste that makes it an important flavoring in miso soup. However, wakame is increasingly becoming popular as a superfood largely due to its many health benefits. According to WellnessToday.com, the […]
06/25/2017 / By Russel Davis
High-fat diet found to reduce symptoms of Crohn’s disease
A diet high in plant-derived beneficial fats such as coconut oil and cocoa butter may help alleviate symptoms of Crohn’s disease, a new study revealed. Crohn’s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease characterized by intestinal swelling, cramping, and diarrhea. The condition affects more than half a million people in the U.S. However, the cause of […]
06/23/2017 / By Russel Davis
Chicory – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Chicory, also commonly called endive, is a popular salad green characterized by its crisp, slightly bitter leaves. Aside from this, the plant’s roots can be processed into powder and used as a coffee substitute. The vegetable is native to Europe, North Africa and Asia Minor. According to BBCGoodFood.com, the plant is available all-year round, but is […]
06/21/2017 / By Russel Davis
Shallots – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Shallots are bulb vegetables that belong to the allium family, which include onions, garlic and scallions. Often confused with onions, shallots are rather small and elongated in shape. In contrast with onion’s single bulb with concentric layers, shallots are actually composed of individual cloves like garlic. Small shallot bulbs may contain two to three individual cloves, while bigger […]
06/21/2017 / By Russel Davis
Sesame Seeds – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Sesame seeds are known for their nutty flavor and delicate, crunchy texture. Because of these characteristics, sesame seeds have long been a part of the Asian culinary arsenal. An article in WHFoods.com noted that sesame seeds are the main ingredients in tahini or sesame seed paste, and the popular Middle Eastern sweet called halvah.  Sesame seeds range in colors including white, […]
06/21/2017 / By Russel Davis
Watercress – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Watercress is a popular salad green characterized by its dark green leaves and crisp, paler stems.This cruciferous vegetable belongs to the same family as mustard, and is popular for its pungent, slightly bitter and peppery flavor. According to an article in BBCGoodFood.com, watercress is available all-year round, and is especially abundant from April to September. List of known nutrients […]
06/18/2017 / By Russel Davis
Powerful anti-cancer compound in red onions found to “destroy” cancer tumors
A study published in Food Research International revealed that red onions contain powerful antioxidants that effectively kill cancer cells. As part of the study, a team of researchers at the University of Guelph in Ontario, Canada, examined five varieties of onions and tested their anti-cancer compounds against lab-grown colon cancer cells. The health experts found that red onions effectively eliminated colon […]
06/07/2017 / By Russel Davis
Cauliflower – sources, health benefits, nutrients, uses and constituents at NaturalPedia.com
Cauliflower is member of the cruciferous vegetable family — which includes cabbages, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts — which is noted for its high nutritional value. The white vegetable, like its green cousins, is packed with nutrients that stave off a host of adverse health conditions. List of known nutrients Cauliflower has enjoyed increasing popularity over the years, […]
05/16/2017 / By Russel Davis
5 Unique ways to use almonds
Aside from being a staple heart healthy snack, almonds can be used in a variety of ways to make consumption a bit more exciting. An article published in MindBodyGreen.com listed five unique ways in using almonds. Coffee creamer – Almond creamer can serve as an excellent replacement for regular coffee creamer. Unlike heavy coffee creamers, almond creamers […]
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