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11/29/2017 / By Tracey Watson

Eating nuts found to dramatically improve “brainwave functions” linked to memory, creativity, performance and intelligence

Feeling foggy? The hectic pace of modern life can often leave us feeling mentally wiped out, struggling to concentrate, creatively drained and just plain uninspired. If you’re feeling that way, we have some good news for you: A recent study conducted by researchers from the Loma Linda University Adventist Health Sciences Center, published in the […]

08/24/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

Scientists think they just invented “multifunctional polyculture” food farms, but it’s been around forever as “food forests” and “permaculture”

University of Illinois researchers have announced that they have discovered a way to design a landscape that can provide people with a range of nutritious foods while earning a profit. Of course, this “news” is hardly surprising to anyone who is familiar with the concepts of food forests or permaculture. Department of Crop Sciences Agroecologist […]

05/27/2017 / By Russel Davis

Time to go nuts! Almonds, pecans, walnuts, hazelnuts and cashews, linked to lower risk of colon cancer

Eating tree nuts, such as almonds, pecans, walnuts, hazelnuts and cashews, may significantly reduce the risk of colon cancer recurrence, a recent study showed. To carry out the study, a team of researchers examined more than 800 patients with stage-III colon cancer. Data from an observational study revealed that patients who ate two ounces or more […]

05/02/2017 / By Russel Davis

Top 10 antioxidant-rich foods you need to add to your diet

Antioxidants promote a healthier body by eradicating free radicals, which can weaken the immune system and lead to a variety of diseases. An article in Medium.com states that food is the primary source of essential antioxidants. Certain food groups such as berries, nuts, and leafy greens are touted for their high antioxidant content. Below is […]

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