(Natural News) Small and unassuming, alfalfa (Medicago sativa) microgreens are chock-full of various vitamins, nutrients, and minerals. The alfalfa plant, which belongs to the legume family, is also considered an herb. While alfalfa is currently grown all over the world, it originally came from Central Asia and South Asia. People make use of its sprouts, leaves, and seeds. […]

(Natural News) Most people probably know that eating fruits and vegetables is vital for improving health, but how much does one have to eat? The Prospective Urban Rural Epidemiology (PURE) study, which was published in The Lancet, has suggested that eating three to four portions of fruits and vegetables every day can improve heart health […]

(Natural News) Black beans are legumes that are packed with fiber, potassium and protein. This winning combination of nutrients will greatly benefit sufferers of hyptertension. A popular ingredient in Latin American dishes, black beans can often be found in soups, salads, and burritos. It is a more affordable alternative to meat while still remaining an excellent source […]

(Natural News) It’s no wonder carrots are a staple of most salads and dishes around the world, cakes included. Eating just one carrot a day can provide a person will multiple benefits, chief of which is maintaining excellent eye health. The common carrot, also known by its scientific name of Daucus carota subsp. sativus, is a member of the carotenoid family. Like […]

(Natural News) When it comes to delivering nutrition, not many plants can match the broccoli, especially if you prepare it correctly. An article in Good Housekeeping talks about the many health benefits of this cole crop, as well as ways to maximize the nutrition from it. Broccoli is one of the many vegetables in the […]

(Natural News) There’s no doubt that cruciferous vegetables are among the healthiest vegetables on the market. Loaded with minerals, vitamins, and various other essential nutrients, they’re a reliable way to get your daily dose of these health-promoting compounds. Much of these nutrients become lost when exposed to heat, however, making it difficult to get the […]

(Natural News) Cauliflower has been enjoying increasing popularity as of late, thanks to a vast number of research that supports its health benefits. In fact, the vegetable is now being hailed as the “new kale” due in part to its nutritional value. According to New York-based nutritionist and personal trainer Mary Jane Detroyer, cauliflower is […]

(Natural News) Hark! The herald angels sing and they’re telling you to put down that donut. As we approach the holiday season, it has become all the more tempting to indulge in snacks. After all, nutritionists say that snacking is good – healthy, even. There is a difference, however, between mindless snacking and helping your body […]

(Natural News) Think all “white” foods are bad for you? Think again. Indeed, white bread and white rice are riddled with carbs and are less satisfying, but cauliflowers are an exception. Despite its white color, the cauliflower is very versatile and nutritious that it can lower the risk of all kinds of chronic diseases. Cauliflowers are […]

(Natural News) Eating vegetables obviously makes people stronger. A U.K. study recently demonstrated that using vegetable-derived materials in the construction of a building apparently makes the structure stronger, too, an article in Alpha Galileo stated. The fibers found in carrots, sugar beets, and other root vegetables are good for digestion and beneficial bacteria in humans. […]