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Okra – also known as lady fingers – is a type of tropical flowering plant that belongs to the mallow family. The plant yields edible green seed pods used as a vegetable in cooking. The pods contain zero cholesterol and are low in calories. While the okra is certainly a highly nutritious vegetable, a growing number of scientists are suggesting …

Jackfruit is a type of tropical fruit-bearing tree from the family Moraceae. It’s native to the southwestern rainforests of India as well as in South and Southeast Asia. Jackfruit is cultivated for its fruit. It’s a popular food item in Asian regions especially in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines. It’s also widely available in Mexico, Brazil, and Mauritius. In …

Body butter is type a nourishing moisturizer that provides long-lasting hydration to the skin. Unlike body lotion, body butter has a distinctive whipped texture. If you think body butter is the same as your average lotion, you’re wrong. The Difference between Body Butter and Body Lotion Body lotion and butter work the same way, they hydrate the skin. The difference …

Apple cider vinegar – also known as ACV – is a vinegar made from apples. ACV is often used in cooking, as dressing for salads or as a food preservative. But did you know it can also boost weight loss? Studies about the weight loss benefits of ACV are limited, but results show a lot of promise. The composition of …

Ask any avid wine drinker and they’ll say that red wine is good for you. It’s true, you know. Red wine has surprising health benefits that will make you want to chug down an entire bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon. Not so fast, though! Drinking too much alcohol is bad for you – just ask your liver. You want to drink …

A mushroom is a fleshy fruiting body of a fungus. It thrives on moist, ground and is cultivated as food. Mushrooms are considered as one of the most nutritious foods in the world. There are hundreds of different mushroom types, some are poisonous while others are used in cooking. Edible mushrooms have different nutritional value. In today’s post, we are …

Mulberry is a type of flowering plant that belongs to the family Moraceae. It thrives in temperate regions. Mulberry produces a cluster of fruits that ripens to a dark purple or black. When fully ripe, the mulberry fruit is extremely sweet with a mild berry flavor. Mulberries are typically used in cooking – as pie filling, marmalade or as teas …

Considered as the oldest living tree species, Ginkgo biloba belongs to the Ginkgoaceae family. It’s literally a living fossil that dates back to 270 million years. Ginkgo biloba is native to China and is widely cultivated for its many medicinal benefits. Scientists have identified two of the nutrients that make Ginkgo biloba beneficial to the health. These compounds are flavonoids …

Whole grains refer to grains that retain parts of the original kernel. These parts include the bran, germ, and endosperm. Because all components of the oats are intact, whole grains are healthier than processed or refined grains. Refined grains strip away the germ and bran. This process reduces the nutritional value of grains. Unfortunately, most store-bought grains are overly processed …

You don’t need to suffer, but you also don’t need to spend a lot to be healthy. Known in the whole world having a natural wonder, Turmeric has been considered best for many health problems. And because it is readily available anywhere, there is no excuse that this could not be tried and appreciated. The medical community has proven its …