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Small but one of the most nutrient-dense plant foods around, wolfberries originated from the ancient soils of inner Mongolia and Tibet. These bright-colored berries are extremely high in antioxidants (in fact, their antioxidant values are off the charts!) and considered one of the richest sources of beta-carotene. Containing 500 times more vitamin C by weight…

For those who are gluten intolerant, rye is a flavorful grain that can be relied on. High in fiber, rye actually helps keep your body sugar levels steady. The fiber also helps to clear away waste and harmful substances in your digestive tract. And as the soluble and insoluble fibers in rye bulk up in…

Sage is often added to food for flavoring. But sage does more than bring taste to your food. When added to sausage, it actually helps in your body’s digestion of meat. With antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, the herb can be used for many ailments. It appears that sage supports acetylcholine and keeps it from breaking…

Oregano is not only strong on the taste, it is also strong against microbes. Besides being great on pasta, oregano’s antibacterial properties can help you fight an infection or beat a cold. This herb’s anti-yeast benefits apply to yeast in your body as well as those growing on your body surface. That is why some…

Ghee is a type of clarified butter produced by simmering butter and removing the residue. With casein and lactose removed in the process, this food is considered by the Ayurvedics as one of the best types of fat you can eat. Suitable for those who are allergic to dairy, or who have lactose or casein…

A member of the mint family, basil is a culinary herb that brings multiple benefits. With antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, it is particularly good for eliminating harmful bacteria on food. Hence, some people add basil leaves to their salads for food safety. In addition, basil leaves also add flavor to your food. Containing significant amounts…

Harvested by driving tomahawks into maple trees to extract a rich fluid which is then concentrated, maple syrup is one syrup you can count on for health benefits. There are however different grades of maple syrup. The lower the grade, the more concentrated the minerals within. Hence, of grades A, B and C, Grade C…

Consumed by the Chinese in ancient China as an alternative to rice, millet is an unrefined grain that is rich in nutrients and brings many health benefits. It is rich in thiamine, niacin, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, copper and manganese. It is one of the grains with the most complete protein content, and hence is useful…

If you have poor digestive health, miso is a fermented food taste made from soybeans, rice and mold that could be beneficial to you. One of the foods made from soybean that is widely considered healthy (not all soybean foods are considered healthy by some natural health practitioners), miso is not only tasty but also…

You might have seen the chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans) that are used to make the Middle Eastern dip known as hummus. But do you know that these little beans are actually very nutritious? Chickpeas are rich in protein, fiber, folic acid and manganese. They can help you in dealing with unhealthy cholesterol, as…
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