Nori is the most commonly used edible seaweed. In fact, you may have had it more often than you realize since it goes by different names depending on what type of cuisine you’re dining on. While nori is what the Japanese call it, this versatile sea vegetable is also known as laver in the British Isles,...
In a world of pancakes, sausage, and sugary breakfast cereals, oatmeal is often maligned as the least exciting way to start the day. But oatmeal is actually the smart way to kick off any day, as it contains a number of essential nutrients and proteins which benefit the body. The health benefits of oatmeal are numerous,...
Okra also known as lady’s finger or gumbo in English countries is an edible green seed pod. It belongs to the mallow family and has its origin from West Africa. Its generic name is Abelmoschus Esculentus or Hibiscus and has heart shaped leaves with yellow flowers and crimson center. It is cultivated in warm and tropical...
With a fast paced lifestyle, health and nutrition can often feel like a burden. It gets in the way of making it to work on time, interferes with relaxing on the couch and often makes you feel guilty when you grab some fast food. But sooner or later you’ll have to take notice, so why not...
Are you looking for a diet that’s easy to use and offers a variety of health benefits? Do you want a way to lose a few pounds without feeling deprived? Do you enjoy raw or fresh, simply-prepared foods? Perhaps the Paleo Diet is for you. What is the Paleo Diet? The Paleo Diet, also called the...
One of the great herbs for cooking, fresh or dried, is oregano. This perennial plant, also known as Winter Sweet, Winter Marjoram, Pot Marjoram, and Mountain Mint, originated in Northern Europe, but has since found its way into Italian and Hispanic cooking. Oregano is a flavorful herb packed with a wide range of health benefits. Here’s...
Parsley has always been seen as an ingredient used for garnishing. But apart from that it is one of the best herbs that come with health benefits as well. Adding parsley in very little amount can prove beneficial. Talking in medical terms, parsley is counted as an anti-cancerous herb. Here are some great facts about parsley...
Rich in energy, peanuts contain many healthy nutrients, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that are very important for optimum health. Whether you spread peanut butter on your morning toast, dip your celery stick in peanut butter, eat a handful of roasted nuts during a baseball game or munch on a cup of peanuts during your lunch break,...
