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02/03/2022
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By Ralph Flores
Black walnuts found to suppress appetite and oxidative degradation of lipids
Researchers have found that adding black walnuts (Juglans nigra) to your breakfast not only helps you feel fuller, but also protects your cells from oxidative damage. In their report, which was published in the journal Nutrition Research, the team explored the benefits of using black walnuts as a butter substitute. Consuming black walnuts increased satiety Black walnut trees […]
03/13/2020
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By Ralph Flores
Are Cavendish bananas in danger of going extinct?
There’s a reason why people “go bananas” and not any other fruit. It’s one of the most widely consumed fruits in the world — humans consume 100 billion bananas every year — and the most commonly referenced fruit in music. Because bananas are a fruit that so many people enjoy, it’s now in danger of […]
02/04/2020
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By Ralph Flores
Transplanting fig trees for your home gardens
People have been growing fig trees since the beginning of time, and for good reason. These are one of the easiest fruit trees to be grown, and they’re known to be low-maintenance in the long run. To enjoy the fruits of this iconic plant, however, it pays to learn how to start caring for them. Getting […]
02/01/2019
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By Ralph Flores
Rice grown with organic fertilizers are more nutrient-dense
Fortifying rice crops with silicon greatly enhances their nutritional profile, suggests a recent study published in the Chilean Journal of Agricultural Research. The paper, presented by the Shandong Academy of Agricultural Science in China, revealed that the use of silicon fertilizers can improve the concentration of essential minerals in rice, as well as increase its protein content. […]
01/30/2019
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By Ralph Flores
The impact of silicon fertilizer on the nutritional profile of rice
Research from the Shandong Academy of Agricultural Sciences in China has found that the use of silicon fertilizers can improve the nutritional quality of rice (Oryza sativa). The study, which appeared in the Chilean Journal of Agricultural Research, looked at how adding silicon fertilizer affects the mineral element, as well as the protein and amino acid concentration […]
01/30/2019
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By Ralph Flores
Alfalfa can be used to increase crop production in dryland Mediterranean conditions
A study in the European Journal of Agronomy has found that certain cultivars of alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) can increase crop production and extend the growing season of certain crops. In the study, Chilean researchers tested nine cultivars of alfalfa in dryland Mediterranean environments in a four-year assessment. The team looked at the potential of using alfalfa in […]
01/22/2019
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By Ralph Flores
Following a diet that is rich in vegetables may lower your risk for hypertension
People who follow a vegetarian diet are less likely to develop hypertension than those who do not, according to a study published in the Journal of Hypertension. In the study, researchers from National Taiwan University looked at how this type of diet affects blood pressure, as well as other biological markers for chronic disease. The cohort study […]
11/22/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Pomegranate juice could be the key to lowering bad cholesterol levels
In the U.S., fall is also the time for pomegranates. While it’s known for its delicious “seeds” (which are technically called arils), it’s mostly known for being labor-intensive as the cracking open a pomegranate requires both patience and skill. Still, that shouldn’t be a reason to stop you from getting those delicious seeds, as German […]
11/17/2018
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By Ralph Flores
You really should be drinking more organic tea: They have more nutrients than conventional ones
Most people know that drinking tea is good for them — just one cup a day already has a lot of benefits. However, to make the most of your daily cuppa, research suggests going for the organic kind, which has more antioxidants than the regular tea. The study, which appeared in the journal Biological Agriculture & […]
11/13/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Oat-fortified, vacuum-dried pasta can improve dietary fiber intake
Research has shown that fortifying pasta with oat powder and drying it using a reduced-pressure vacuum oven can improve its nutritional and physical qualities. The study, which was published in CyTA – Journal of Food looked at the effects of adding oat powder to pasta, as well as vacuum-drying it, has on its fiber content and […]
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