
Regulates blood sugar levels Chard contains a flavonoid known as syringic acid, which can actually help regulate blood sugar levels in the human body. Syringic acid plays a vital role in keeping diabetics’ blood sugar levels relatively even by limiting the activity of the enzyme alpha-glucosidase. This allows them to maintain a relatively normal lifestyle….
Papaya Did you know that the papaya is loaded with vitamin C? A single papaya serves up over 200 % of the daily recommended amount of vitamin C. Plus, papayas contain potassium, B vitamins and folate which helps keep your body healthy and strong. And if that isn’t enough, the papaya has something called papain…
Saffron is the red-yellow stigma of the crocus flower. It has to be hand-picked during the short annual flowering season that is no more than one week long. Saffron is also extremely special because it is known as the most expensive spice on earth. Why is it the most expensive? That’s because it takes roughly…
Cumin is a delicious spice native from the east Mediterranean to India. It is fragrant and adds a great flavor to your dinner table but did you know that research is showing that cumin is also great for your health? Research has shown that cumin seeds may have an antioxidant property that can help you…
Polyphenols are compounds that give a plant its color and help to protect it from various dangers. When you eat plants with polyphenols, YOU reap the health benefits as well. These polyphenols, which are in a group of over 500 phytochemicals, is important to our bodies and our health. Research has found that polyphenols can…
With more time at home because of the pandemic, North Americans have taken to the kitchen. People have been spending more time cooking meals, learning how to bake, and teaching their families some secret recipes. Cooking at home can be fun, educational, tasty, and healthy. Recently, a survey was done to find out how much…