Polyphenols are chemical organic compounds that occur naturally in plants. Most of them have strong antioxidant properties. This property makes that eating vegetables and fruits high in polyphenols reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer. The results of many studies have shown that food rich in these bioactive compounds […]
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Lemongrass – healing properties and application
Lemongrass, due to its healing properties, has been used in traditional medicine in Asia and South America. Modern scientists confirm that lemongrass has an enormous amount of health benefits. However, the most valuable is the oil made of lemongrass. Check what other properties lemongrass has and how to use it […]
Crème brûlée – calories and nutritional values
Creme brulee is a delicious French dessert served both hot and cold. Crème brûléehas a unique flavour, which is due to its creamy base and a crispy caramelized layer. Check how this dessert looks like in the more diet-friendly version. Crème brûlée – what’s the flavor?Crème brûlée – is it […]
Chicory – health properties and application
Chicory is mainly added to salads, but it tastes equally good when stewed or baked. Although it appears brittle and inconspicuous, it is an excellent source of vitamins, potassium, iron, magnesium, copper, zinc, and folate. Additionally, chicory is perfect for people who are slimming, because it has little calories. How […]
Water balance – how much do you need to drink to prevent dehydration
Do you drink when you have a strong thirst? It’s too late because the appetite for something to drink shows that your body is starting to dehydrate. How much do you need to drink a day for the body to function properly? Why is water so importantWater balance – water, […]
Pancakes – with apples and more. Calories, nutritional values
Pancakes are pancakes made of dough, usually yeast, slightly fried in fat. The most popular are apple pancakes, which can be made with or without yeast, e.g. with carbonated water or kefir. Pancakes with the addition of bananas or cheese are also very popular. Check how many calories the pancakes […]
Pistachios – nutritional properties
Pistachios are distinguished by their properties and nutritional value compared to other nuts. First of all, they are the only ones that contain carotenoids – lutein and zeaxanthin – which support the work of the eyes and reduce the risk of macular degeneration. Moreover, of all the nuts, pistachios contain […]
Pandan – properties
Pandan is a plant whose leaves have been used in Asian cuisine for years. However, thanks to its healing and nourishing properties, Pandan has also found application in medicine and cosmetics. Pandan leaves are used in Far Eastern medicine, including as a remedy for premature ejaculation. In turn, pandanus fruit […]
Avocado oil – health properties
Avocado oil is one of the healthiest oils in the world and even hs an actual drug status for arthritis in France. Researches confirm other health properties of avocado oil – it positively affects eyesight and skin condition, lowers cholesterol, and prevents gum disease. It also has many uses in […]
Buckwheat flour – nutritional properties
Buckwheat flour is gluten-free, so its properties and nutritional values should be appreciated by people on a gluten-free and vegetarian diet. In addition to being gluten-free, it has a low glycemic index, which is why it has been used to balance a blood sugar level. Also, buckwheat flour is a […]