Category Archives: Nutrition

November 10, 2010 Commercially packaged pasteurized egg whites are rich in protein, convenient and safe if handled properly. Packaged raw egg whites are becoming more popular for use in cholesterol-free egg dishes and energy drinks, but they may not be as safe as the whites that you pour straight from the shell. Handling and packaging … Continue reading

November 15, 2010 Uric acid is the end product of the normal degradation of substances called purines, which are essential constituents of DNA found in all cells of the body. Uric acid in blood is maintained within a particular range, and deranged levels may cause, or be reflective of, disease. DNA holds the unique genetic … Continue reading

November 16, 2010 Shiitake mushrooms are a type of mushroom that originated in China and are therefore a common ingredient in Chinese cuisine. Even though shiitake mushrooms are popular in mostly Asian countries, they are now being used in many dishes around the world. Read on to learn more about the nutritional benefits of these … Continue reading

November 16, 2010 As vegetables, leeks belong to the Alliaceae family, together with onions and garlic. You might have occasionally added leeks to your cuisine or stock. The edible portions include the white base and the pale green stalk. While leeks appear unassuming or even boring, they have many nutritional benefits that are similar to … Continue reading

November 23, 2010 Most of the mangosteen benefits are related to the high content of xanthones found in this fruit. These organic compounds, found in the phenols class, have been identified in several tropical plants, among which mangosteen is the most noticeable. Out of more than 40 xanthones listed in the composition of mangosteen, two … Continue reading

November 23, 2010 Because of the many noni benefits to health, Morinda citrifolia–or simply the Tahitian noni fruit–has gained worldwide popularity as a possible cure-all. Numerous studies on this lumpy, waxy white, potato-sized plant have demonstrated health-promoting substances, a few of which have already been isolated and identified. These discoveries are just the tip of … Continue reading

November 24, 2010 Obtaining the correct amount of recommended vitamin dosage is vital for your body to develop and grow. There are 13 essential vitamins necessary for the human body to thrive. These vitamins are A, C, D, E, K and the range of B-vitamins. Each vitamin serves a specific purpose and if you do … Continue reading

January 1, 2011 Quercetin is a flavonoid, or chemical based in plants. Medical research has pinned quercetin as a focus of interest. Because of its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, quercetin may one day be determined to work as an aid to fighting cancer. Found in foods and available as a supplement, quercetin is used medicinally for patients … Continue reading