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01/14/2022
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By Olivia Cook
Grapes: Versatile fruit with health benefits
Grapes are berries that grow on a vine. Because of their versatility, variety and portability, grapes are popular all over the world. More than 72 million tons of grapes are grown annually around the globe – more than bananas, oranges or apples. Grapes can be crimson, black, dark blue, yellow, green, orange and pink. They grow in […]
08/31/2021
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By Ralph Flores
Pomegranate peel has protective effects against enteropathogenic bacteria
A recent study by the U.S. Department of Agriculture revealed that pomegranate peel extract contains bioactive compounds that have potential antibacterial activity. The study’s findings were published in the journal Nutrition Research. Pomegranate fruit peel is considered an agricultural waste product. However, it is a rich source of polyphenols like punicalins, punicalagins and ellagic acids. Earlier studies […]
04/16/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
Drought-resistant cactus pear could become a sustainable food and fuel source, new research shows
Cactus pears could become a sustainable source of food and fuel in places in need of these two resources. Those are the findings of a recent study by researchers from the University of Nevada, Reno. Published in the journal GCB Bioenergy, the study covered five years of research. The group had set out to look at how successful different varieties of […]
03/30/2021
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Investigating the antimicrobial potential of cinnamaldehyde and Punica granatum (pomegranate) extract for food preservation
In this study, a researcher at Pamukkale University in Turkey assessed the potential of antimicrobial films for use in active food packaging. His full report was published in the journal Food Science and Technology. For his experiment, the researchers packaged manti, a tortellini-like Turkish food, with antimicrobial films to extend its storage time at 4 C. Before […]
09/15/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Better than it smells: 5 Health benefits you can get from the durian fruit
When it comes to tropical fruits, the durian stands out, because of two reasons: its appearance and its smell. Visually, the durian (Durio zibethinus), endemic to Southeast Asia, looks like a large, thorn-covered football, with the fruit often reaching 1 foot in length. The fruit’s most noticeable characteristic, however, is its smell, which some have […]
05/07/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Apples contain about 100 million bacteria, but organic apples are still good for gut health and the environment
A recent study in Frontiers in Microbiology showed that apples can contain as many as 100 million bacterial cells – and that organic apples contained more beneficial bacteria than conventional or store-bought ones. The study also showed that store-bought apples not only lacked these beneficial bacteria, these also harbored bacteria strains that are known pathogens. Gut bacteria help improve health and […]
04/07/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Sour-lemon face: Why does your face wrinkle up when you eat lemons and other sour foods?
Lemons are some of the healthiest and most useful fruits on the planet. They are excellent sources of vitamin C and can be used for a variety of things, such as flavoring foods, cleaning surfaces and utensils, removing foul odors and even making medicine. But despite being fragrant, nutritious and great additions to recipes, lemons make […]
02/26/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Tart cherry supplements and juice can help lower heart disease and Type 2 diabetes risk, advise researchers
According to a recent study, tart cherry juice and supplements can help people with metabolic syndrome. A team of researchers from the University of Hertfordshire in the U.K. conducted a trial involving people with metabolic syndrome and found that consuming Montmorency tart cherries can reduce systolic blood pressure and insulin levels. What is metabolic syndrome? Metabolic syndrome is a […]
02/17/2020
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By Ralph Flores
Can gluten aggravate the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA), an autoimmune disease that affects the lining of the joints, is a condition that affects around 1.3 million Americans. While the etiology of rheumatoid arthritis is still unclear, experts have found that diet can play a factor in the onset of “flares” – or the sudden worsening of symptoms – for patients. […]
12/02/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Scientists combined pulsed light treatment and edible coating to preserve fresh-cut cantaloupes
In many countries, fresh-cut fruits and vegetables are attracting more and more consumers due to their convenience as ready-to-eat products. However, while these products help people save time, the processes they go through leave them exposed to environmental elements, which can cause their rapid deterioration. In terms of nutrition, current processing and storage methods also do not […]
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