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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
06/21/2023
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Study: Consuming walnuts found to reduce the negative effects of stress
Walnuts are known for the many health benefits they offer, which include supporting a healthy gut, lowering the risk of Type 2 diabetes and fighting certain types of cancer. But perhaps their best-known contribution to human health is their ability to improve brain function and reduce the risk of cognitive decline in older adults. This benefit, […]
06/20/2023
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Study: Tart cherries can help improve sustained attention and reduce mental fatigue
Tart cherries, or sour cherries (Prunus cerasus), are an incredible superfood that has gained widespread popularity in recent years. Montmorency tart cherries, the most commonly grown cultivar of tart cherries in the U.S., are often recommended to people with inflammation-related conditions, such as gout and arthritis, because of their potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. According to studies, […]
06/08/2023
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
12 Medicinal herbs and spices that can boost the immune system
Many edible herbs and spices contain high amounts of bioactive compounds that possess antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. All these properties are important not only for maintaining overall health, but also for supporting healthy immune defenses. In addition to these phytonutrients, medicinal herbs and spices can provide a variety of essential nutrients that are crucial for optimal health. As […]
03/31/2021
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Evaluating the potential applications of a byproduct of almond cold-pressed oil
Researchers from Portugal and Spain evaluated the potential of partially delipified almond flour (PDAF) to be a substitute for whole almond flour. They reported their findings in an article published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness. Food security is a global problem and presents a great challenge for the scientific community. Agro-industrial byproducts, such as […]
02/18/2021
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
These phytochemicals can improve the biochemical composition and drought tolerance of rice
Antioxidants are important to human health because they help protect the body from free radicals. These harmful molecules are highly reactive and unstable because of the presence or absence of an unpaired electron on their surface. Oxygen-containing free radicals can attack macromolecules inside the body — including cell components like proteins and DNA — causing cellular […]
10/12/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Analysis of broccoli florets reveals what phytochemicals are present in young and mature broccoli
Broccoli (Brassica oleracea) is a cruciferous vegetable closely related to Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower and kale. A rich source of essential vitamins and minerals, broccoli is also known for its abundance of antioxidants, which help fight free radicals and prevent chronic disease. But the most notable compounds present in broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables are the […]
09/30/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Observing changes in phytochemical content and antioxidant activity of developing broccoli florets
In this study, South Korean researchers investigated the influence of the head ontogeny process on glucosinolate (GSL) concentration, total phenolic and flavonoid content and antioxidant activities of broccoli florets grown in open field conditions in South Korea. Their findings were published in the Chilean Journal of Agricultural Research. For their experiment, the researchers studied the florets of six […]
09/28/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Study: Fortifying local beans with zinc can help reduce vitamin deficiency
Zinc is an essential mineral necessary for cellular metabolism. It works as a catalyst for about 100 different enzymatic reactions and is involved in several important processes, such as protein and DNA synthesis, cell division, immune function and wound healing. The body, however, doesn’t store zinc, so people need to get ample amounts of this […]
09/23/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Organic potatoes contain more microelements that are often deficient in soil
Foods grown using organic farming methods are said to be healthier than foods grown using conventional means. One of the advantages that organic produce has over conventional produce is that they are free of harmful chemicals, which are used in conventional farming to nourish crops and control pests and weeds. Organic farming is also believed to increase […]
08/24/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Saline water found to improve yield and quality of cherry tomatoes
Fresh water is an important resource that the world has a very limited supply of. According to experts, 98 percent of the world’s water is salt water, and only two percent is fresh water. But of that two percent, 87 percent is locked up in ice and glaciers and 12 percent is in the ground, […]
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