Bananas Bananas contain a wide variety of vitamins and minerals, the most striking one is vitamin b6 (and average banana gives 25% RDA). Potassium and magnesium from one banana is around 15% RDA. Manganese levels are around 25%. A banana is three quarters water. If you eat bananas, you’re ingesting an enzyme called bromelain which …
Organic Honey Honey is a sugar-rich syrup that is thought to be a beneficial sweetener because it contains natural sugar, rather than artificial sweeteners such as high-fructose corn syrup. Processed honey and most supermarket cheap honey is low in micro-nutrients. Cheap honey often has added sugars and even high fructose corn syrup (HFCS55) added. The …
Sauerkraut Sauerkraut is one of the greatest probiotic foods. It stimulates the growth of good bacteria and this sauerkraut recipe requires just three ingredients (cabbage, pickling salt and caraway seeds). It is really easy to make your own sauerkraut. It has a soft texture, and a mild acidity that makes it an ideal foil for fattier meats. Cabbage contains natural …
Kefir Kefir is a type of fermented milk, it is a good source of protein and calcium with the added benefits of probiotics. Probiotics are known as ‘friendly bacteria’ that can ease IBS symptoms such as bloating and digestive distress in some people. Kefir grains contain around 30 strains of beneficial bacteria. It is similar to …
Red wine One health benefits of red wine include its ability to improve cholesterol, fight free radical damage, help manage diabetes, fight obesity and prevent cognitive decline. Not all wines are created equally, some wines have more micro-nutrients than others (Vine grapes grown in cooler climates have higher resveratrol levels than those from warmer climes …
Pineapple The health and medicinal benefits of pineapple include boosting the immune system, and respiratory health, aiding digestion, and strengthening bones. They also help in reducing inflammation, curing coughs and colds, and accelerating weight loss. They contain bromelain, protein, carbohydrates, sugar, and soluble and insoluble dietary fiber. The vitamins in these fruits include vitamin A , vitamin C, thiamin, vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid), vitamin B6 and folate. …
Garlic Garlic has been widely accepted to prevent many cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, including atherosclerosis, hyperlipidemia, thrombosis, hypertension and diabetes. Consuming garlic on a daily basis helps to lower cholesterol levels because of the anti-oxidant properties of Allicin. It is also immensely beneficial to regulate blood pressure and blood sugar levels. Garlic also contains quercetin (a plant polyphenol) which has anti-inflammatory …
Ashwagandha Ashwagandha, one of the most powerful herbs in Indian healing, it’s been used for thousands of years for a wide variety of conditions. Traditionally, ashwagandha has been prescribed as a nerve tonic and adaptogen—an agent which helps the body adapt to various emotional and physical stressors. It has classically been used in India for …
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