Black beans are prized for their high protein and fiber content. Black beans, also known as turtle beans because of their hard shell-like appearance, are classified as legumes. The beans are actually the edible seeds of the legume plant. Like other legumes such as peanuts, peas and lentils, …

Raspberries can range in color with each color berry having a unique composition of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Consuming fruits and vegetables of all kinds has long been associated with a reduced risk of many adverse health conditions. Known as nature’s candy, wild raspberries have been gathered for …

Anthocyanins that are responsible for the blueberry’s color, contributes to the numerous health benefits of consuming the fruit. Fresh blueberries are one of the most popular summer treats of all time. They are sweet, succulent, full of nutrients, and can be eaten freshly picked as well as incorporated …

Limes are a citrus fruit often used to accent flavors in foods and are a common ingredient in Mexican, Vietnamese and Thai cuisine. They are grown year-round in tropical climates and are usually smaller and less sour than lemons. The Tahitian lime, also called the Persian lime, is …

Asparagus is a commonly eaten vegetable in many parts of the world and is well known for its unique, savory taste. Asparagus ranks among the top 20 foods in regards to ANDI score (Aggregate Nutrient Density Index), which measures vitamin, mineral and phytonutrient content in relation to the …

This Medical News Today information article provides details on the top ten foods considered to be the most healthy, according to surveys and sources across North America and Western Europe. 1 – Apples Apples are an excellent source of antioxidants, which combat free radicals. Free radicals are damaging …

Be it physical or emotional, taking unnecessary stress can not only give you headache orneck pain, it may also cause your blood sugar levels to rise increase the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. According to health experts, our changing lifestyle and sedentary routine are the main reasons …

Dalton Wong trains several “Game of Thrones” actors as well as Jennifer Lawrence. MUST CREDIT: Phillip North-Combes. Like so many of us, Dalton Wong can’t wait for the new season of “Game of Thrones” to arrive. However, unlike so many of us, he isn’t eager to learn what’s …

Replacing animal fat in the human diet with vegetable oil does not seem to lower heart disease risk, and might even boost it, according to a new study that challenges a cornerstone of dietary advice. Switching from saturated to unsaturated Omega-6 fats did result in lower blood cholesterol …

The benefits associated with being born in a later year outweigh the biological risks associated with being born to an older mother, researchers said. (Representational image) BERLIN:  Children born to older mothers may be healthier, taller and obtain more education than kids of younger mothers, a new study …