A small amount of extra virgin olive oil per day contributes to the general well-being of our organism. In addition to being an indispensable condiment is a cure-all for human health, recent studies show that 3 tablespoons a day is enough to enjoy the benefits of...
Does milk actually take away the burn? What about alcohol? We sort fact from fiction. Milk — It Works! Casein — the protein in milk — helps break the bonds capsaicin (the chemical compound that gives chiles their heat) forms on nerve receptors (what causes the...
Cumin is a spice made from the seeds of the Cuminum cyminum plant. Many dishes use cumin, especially foods from its native regions of the Mediterranean and Southwest Asia. Cumin lends its distinctive flavor to chili, tamales and various Indian curries. Its flavor has...
You’ll never look at the humble banana the same way again after discovering the many health benefits and reasons to add them to your diet. They can help to combat depression, make you smarter, cure hangovers, relieve morning sickness, protect against kidney...
Coconut water is a completely organic drink, obtained by extracting the liquid from the young coconuts, still green. It is rich in vitamins and mineral salts. It contains vitamin C and B vitamins, as well as calcium, potassium, iron and magnesium. The heath benefits...
Lemon water is a simple and surprisingly healthy internal cleanser to start your day with. I certainly noticed a difference myself when I first started having the juice of a whole lemon in water first thing in the morning. I really like the way the sharp taste wakes...
