Tag: Broccoli

With its addition to the list of superfoods, broccoli has become one of the highly regarded vegetables in the diet scene. This cruciferous vegetable...

A healthy pH level is important to maintain normal body functions. The body requires a slightly alkaline environment internally. Therefore, it is important to eat alkaline foods as well. Some of the alkaline foods include leafy greens like spinach and broccoli, healthy fats like avocados, potassium-rich bananas, plant-proteins like soybeans, honeydew melons, and lemons.

Broccoli and cauliflower are the cruciferous rock-stars of the veggie kingdom because of their cancer fighting powers. Weight-watchers love them because they pack in...

Your pancreas does the important job of regulating digestion as well as blood sugar levels by secreting insulin. Pancreatic cancer is difficult to detect early so it's important to take steps to prevent it. Foods that can help are turmeric, paprika, garlic, broccoli, bell peppers, whole grains, nuts, orange fruits like squash and carrots. These foods all contain anti-cancer properties which inhibit the growth of cancer cells.

For something as essential as fiber, few of us get as much of it as we need. According to the FDA, if you eat...

The next time you throw the banana peel or trash the watermelon rinds, give a second thought. Some of the vegetable peels, stem and leaves are more nutritious than their fleshy counterparts. The green leaves of the root vegetables like carrots, radishes, beets and the stalks of cruciferous veggies like broccoli have incredible benefits. Lemon pith is exceptionally high in vitamin C, contains vitamin B6, and fiber. And an apple’s skin contains anti-cancer properties like polyphenols as well as pectin, which is known for its ability to lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Banana skin contains high amounts of vitamin B6 and B12, as well as fiber and protein and magnesium and potassium.

Our need for healthy skin is mostly to look good. For skin to look healthy, it has to be healthy on the inside. And what better way to develop healthy skin than through food? Adequate hydration is the first step, followed by the consumption of sweet potatoes, tomatoes, and berries for their antioxidant potential. Broccoli, a wonder vegetable, has the ability to prevent skin cancer. Healthy fats obtained from food sources can keep your skin feeling young and supple for longer.

Everybody faces hunger pangs once in a while, but instead of indulging in unhealthy snacks, you can opt for nutritious foods that you can eat in large quantities. Broccoli, cucumbers, oranges, strawberries are some of the edibles that are low-fat and beneficial to the body. Find out what other food you can eat guilt-free, without compromising on your diet!

Whether you’re conscious of preventing food waste, or just trying to save some money, there will always be food scraps and leftovers that you can reuse. From solutions to household problems like keeping pests away to adding extra flavor and nutrition to your meals, reusing your food scraps can help you go a long way in not just reducing food waste, but also in saving an extra couple of bucks!

Most of the time, small bumps on different parts of the body go unnoticed, but those on your face or your genitals often raise...

Get rid of the carb-heavy potato in your chips, and make radish chips instead. White bread, which is also loaded with carbs, can be replaced with carrot, cauliflower, and beet bread. Try cauliflower crust bun instead of the regular bun and replace your pizza base, which is rich in carbs, with a beetroot pizza crust. The grains in your mains like pasta and lasagna can be replaced with veggies like cauliflower and eggplant.

Looking for a nutrient dense vegetable to add to your menu? Go for broccoli, which has a healthy dose of vitamins, potassium, magnesium, and fiber. This super veggie can regulate your blood pressure, reduce cholesterol, and manage your diabetes. It can even fight depression. More importantly, it has a place in your anticancer diet because of the presence of sulforaphane, which is a phytochemical.

Fordyce spots are little white spots that appear on the lips, the shaft of the penis, or the vulva. They are harmless and painless....

Eating vegetables can be a lot of fun. You can enjoy them raw in a smoothie or salad. Or you can bake them in...

Another year older, another year wiser, but will it be another year of better health? Fret not! Here are some amazing nutrition tips for healthy aging.