Blueberries’ main health benefits come from naturally-occurring pigments that give them their blue colour and act as potent antioxidants. According to the Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University¬ (www.hnrca.tufts.edu), blueberries rank No. 1 in antioxidant activity when compared to 40 other fresh fruits and vegetables. Blueberries are also a great source of [...]
Dark chocolate contains healthy antioxidant flavonoids similar to those found in tea, red wine, fruits, and vegetables. Dark chocolate may lower pressure in people with high blood pressure. This delicious treat may also help lower levels of bad LDL cholesterol. Milk chocolate does not produce the same benefits as dark chocolate, as it contains a [...]
Coleslaw may be made with cabbage or broccoli. There are many recipes to be found in cookbooks or on the internet. You may shred cabbage or broccoli yourself, or buy packaged pre-shredded mixes. Cabbage is an excellent source of Vitamin C. It also provides vitamin K (for blood clotting and making body proteins for your [...]
Antioxidant Benefits While it might sound surprising to some people who are used to thinking about corn as a plain, staple food, a snack food, or a summertime party food, corn provides us with well-documented antioxidant benefits. Amongst the variety of antioxidants found in corn, it also provides good sources of vitamin C and mineral [...]
1 package coleslaw mix (or 1 head cabbage cored and shredded) 1 red pepper, chopped 1/2 to 1 cup raisins 1/4 cup cider vinegar 4 teaspoons mayonnaise 2 teaspoons lemon juice 2 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon coriander 1 teaspoon curry powder, + black pepper to taste Combine coleslaw mix, red pepper, and raisins. Combine remaining [...]
Flax is a good source of protein and healthy fat. Flax seeds are an excellent source of fiber to improve digestive health or relieve constipation. Whole flax seeds can be stored for up to a year and ground when needed. Or you can buy them already ground. Flax seeds need to be ground to release [...]
Egg is a nutrient-dense food that is considerably low in calories and packed with vitamins and minerals. 1 large egg contains only 70 calories, 6 grams of protein, and it is a good source of riboflavin, vitamin B12, phosphorus, and selenium. Eggs also contain choline, a nutrient that plays a strong role in brain development [...]
One cup of raw kale contains: 35 calories 1 gram of dietary fiber, and 2 grams of protein. Kale is an excellent source of vitamins A, C and K. It is also a good source of the minerals copper, potassium, iron, manganese, and phosphorus. Kale’s health benefits are primarily linked to the high concentration and [...]
All types of lettuce are good for you. As a vegetable, lettuce provides fiber, vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals for very, very few calories. Lettuce is a source of folate, a B vitamin needed to make and repair DNA in cells, and vitamin K, a nutrient that makes proteins to help with blood clotting and maintaining [...]
Milk alternatives are creamy white liquids from non-dairy sources. They are used by people who are lactose-intolerant, dairy-allergic, or following a vegan diet, but also by those who just like their taste. The most common are soy milk, rice milk, and almond milk. They come in unsweetened, vanilla, and chocolate flavours. All provide some good [...]