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Purple potatoes may fight colon cancer
Purple potatoes are a type of potato popular in South America, which originate from Peru and Bolivia. These potatoes have a bright, vibrant color that adds a beautiful touch to dishes. Because they are packed with antioxidants, purple potatoes may also have health benefits. New research from Penn State University […]
Why you should drink a glass of water before every meal
Water is life, and it is often taken for granted. Humans are made up of over 60 percent water. Blood is 92 percent water and the brain and muscles are 75 percent. In order for your body to function properly, it is important to replenish these fluids and drink water. […]
High protein foods boost heart health
Proteins are essential nutrients for the human body. They are part of every cell, tissue, and organ in our bodies. They are always in the process of being broken down and replaced. The proteins that we get from our diet are converted to amino acids and are used to replace […]
Summer detox kale salad
Salads are a great meal, especially because they are vegetable based, which means a great variety of nutrition for optimal health. However, salads can be expensive in restaurants, and are often made with lettuce, which does not contain as much nutrition as other vegetables. This summer detox kale salad is […]
Drinking coffee may improve survival in colon cancer patients
Coffee is a huge part of the American lifestyle, and has lately been the subject of exciting health research. Scientists are just beginning to understand the health benefits of coffee. Now, new research from the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute shows that drinking coffee may improve survival in colon cancer patients. The […]
Food safety: How clean is your spinach really?
There are so many reasons to eat spinach. It is part of the cruciferous vegetable family and is well known as one of the most nutritious vegetables on the planet. It is packed with almost every nutrient imaginable, and with nutrition comes health benefits. Have you ever seen the terms […]
Hot chili peppers may help with obesity
Chilies are the go to ingredient for adding heat to foods and taking recipes to the next level. Chilies, cayenne pepper, and many other spices contain a potent active ingredient called capsaicin. This ingredient contains anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antioxidant, and anti-obesity effects. Researchers from the University of Adelaide have found that […]