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Asparagus Detoxes Heavy Metals

May 13, 2019

Asparagus Definition The scientific name of this vegetable is Asparagus officinalis, and its wide use in treatments is the reason for its popularity in this field of medicine. The derivation of its name is a Greek term which means ‘sprout’ and variations of the...

The Amazing Benefits of Broccoli Sprouts

Apr 29, 2019

What are Broccoli Sprouts? Broccoli sprouts are a tiny wonder of nature that packs a huge punch. These small alfalfa sprout look-alike can fend off and reverse serious diseases. They taste like radishes, and you can eat them with anything, as a matter of fact,...

Brazilian Green Propolis May Fight Against Cancer

Apr 29, 2019

Brazilian Green Propolis Honey is made from the pollen of flowering plants and used by bees as a source of nutrition. Propolis, on the other hand, is more of a tool. It is a thick, caulk-like substance which bees produce to help them repair holes in their hives....

The Amazing Benefits of Rose Hips

Apr 11, 2019

Rose hip is the fruit that develops from the blossoms of the wild rose plant. It is also known as rose hep and rose haw. It ranges in color from orange to purplish black and usually develops in the latter part of the growing season, around late summer to...

Why Brazilian Green Propolis known as the Most Effective Propolis?

Apr 1, 2019

Propolis is a complex resinous bee product primarily composed of plant resins and beeswax, ranging in colour from brown to dark green. Of all of the propolis produced worldwide, Brazilian Green Bee Propolis is the most studied and coveted, due to its...

Top 5 Benefits of Brazilian Green Propolis

Mar 12, 2019

The natural form of propolis is a hard, brittle resin which becomes very sticky and waxy when heated up. The word propolis means “suburb” in Greek, as the bees use propolis to extend and defend their hives.Propolis is produced by honeybees using plant parts and sap....

The Okinawa Diet – The Longevity Diet Living to 100

Nov 28, 2018

What is the Okinawa Diet? Okinawa is a 466 square mile island in the Pacific Ocean, 400 miles south of Japan. The current population is around 1.3 million people and up until recently, the average life expectancy of Okinawa residents was 81.2 years, which was the...

How Much Vitamin K Should You Take?

Nov 27, 2018

What is Vitamin K? Vitamin K was discovered in 1929 as an essential nutrient for blood coagulation (blood clotting). The initial discovery was reported in a German scientific journal, where it was called “Koagulationsvitamin” — which is where the “K” comes...

Consultation With Vinitha

Sep 16, 2018

Vinitha is a Singapore-based Wholistic Health Practitioner, former nurse turned chef who provides the following health consultation services: To live well and age healthily. To achieve sustainable healthy weight management. To manage illnesses naturally without...

Do we need both Prebiotics and Probiotics?

Apr 16, 2018

Prebiotics and Probiotics sound similar, however, their roles are totally different in the digestive system. Prebiotics are special. Prebiotic fiber goes through the small intestine undigested and fermented when it reaches the large colon. This fermentation process...

The Importance of Natural Vitamin C in Our Body

Apr 9, 2018

Vitamin C plays an important role in our immune function by improving the activity of some white blood cells and also allowing our immune system to communicate and coordinate its attack against invaders. Vitamin C is responsible for hundreds of processes within our...

Health Considerations for Teenagers and Adults

Nov 17, 2014

Healthy Eating Starts With Teenagers Adolescence is a time of rapid growth and the main dietary need is for energy which is evident due to an increased in appetite. It goes without saying that the foods contributing to dietary energy should be conform to the healthy...

Health and Nutrition For Toddlers and Young Children

Nov 11, 2014

Throughout our lives it is important that we eat a balanced diet. A balanced diet is one that gets most of its energy from carbohydrates with few servings of protein and at least 5 portions of fruits and vegetables per day from the age of five years old. The nutrients...

Benefits of Yoghurt

Nov 9, 2014

Yoghurt is easy to digest and an excellent source of protein and natural antibiotic. For the best results, we need to consume live yoghurt. Yoghurt is a living food which is produce by the way friendly bacteria, known as Lactobacillus acidophilus, acts on the sugar in...

Immune System Boosters Food

Oct 31, 2014

How The Immune System Works? The basic task of the immune system is to identify what is “self” (naturally belonging to the body) and what is “non-self” (foreign or otherwise harmful material), and then neutralize or destroy that which is...

NutriHub Culinary Art

Oct 31, 2014

NutriHub Culinary Art is an enterprise set up by Vinitha with this mission “Inspiring You to inspire others..Healthy Vegan Diet not just add years to yr life, but life to yr years” Healthy Living & Culinary Workshops: NutriMeal™ NutriRaw™ NutriBake™...

Phytonutrients | Juices & Smoothies

Oct 27, 2014

Juices and smoothies are the ideal fast food for today’s fast paced lifestyle. They contain all the benefits of the whole fruit in a concentrated form. For example, a pack of carrots can be a significant source of calcium and protein, but it’s simply hard...

Dietary Fiber

Oct 13, 2014

Fiber is a natural component of the most fruits and vegetables. The fibrous content is responsible for its texture, for example, the crispness of an apple. Fiber is calorie-free and a diet high in natural fiber is more filling. Dietary fiber promotes a healthier bowel...