Kale, often a key component to green smoothies, has gained a lot of popularity over the years, and for a good reason, too! For one thing, it’s more nutrient-den...
Kamut (say “ka-moot”) is an ancient grain rich in nutrients and high in energy. Specifically, Kamut is a trademarked name given to khorasan wheat. While it’s be...
Jicama, also known as yambean, is a bulbous root vegetable. Some have compared its consistency to a mixture of an apple and a turnip. Its origins are the Mexica...
Grapes are one of the most popular fruits in the world, for many good reasons. For one, they come in a several varieties. And their texture, sweet taste, and sm...
Nutritionally, you would be hard pressed to find another fruit that can match the grapefruit. Grapefruit health benefits, for example, include fighting various ...
White, wheat, and otherwise gluten-ridden flours can be problematic. Not only are white and wheat flours generally bleached, making them not good for you, but t...
Freekeh (pronounced free-kah), also called farik, is an up and coming star in the world of grains. While this grain is not gluten-free, it does have a laundry l...
Fennel is a celery-like winter vegetable. Its flavor it similar to licorice, and its health benefits are many. In fact, fennel has been used in several cultures...
Chance are, you’ve heard of fava beans, whether you’ve a general knowledge of beans in general, or perhaps you're a movie buff. But if you’ve never eaten fava b...
If you haven’t heard of einkorn flour, you’re not alone. While uncommon, this ancient grain is healthier, easier digest, and all around better than traditional ...
Eggplants, native to the Indian subcontinent, are fruits that are now found worldwide. They are purple or black, glossy, and can grow to be bigger than a foot i...
When it comes to health, there is a right kind of chocolate, and a wrong kind of chocolate. Dark chocolate is the way to go, but be forewarned: not all dark cho...
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