Researchers have found that using unconventional oils in cooking can help patients manage their cholesterol and blood pressure. Cooking with sesame and rice bran oils are linked to significantly improved levels, and compare favorably to medication, the scientists have found. People who cooked with a blend of sesame and rice bran oils saw a significant… [Continue Reading]
Sesame and Rice Bran Oil Reduce Blood Pressure and Cholesterol
September 20, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Rice Can Form Part of Healthy Low-GI Diet
July 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Different varieties of rice have differing values on the glycemic index, researchers have found. Many individuals suffering from diabetes focus on a low-GI diet, and the new work shows that rice can be a healthy choice. Rice consumers concerned about reports that rice is linked to diabetes can rest assured that rice can be part… [Continue Reading]
No Effect of Flaxseed on Hot Flashes in Women
June 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Flaxseed has been touted for its calming effects on the hot flashes postmenopausal women and breast cancer patients, but recent research casts doubt on this benefit. The study finds that there is no difference between the symptoms of women taking flaxseed or a placebo control. Flaxseed provides no benefit in easing hot flashes among breast… [Continue Reading]
Natural Wheat Variant May Bring New Health Benefits to Diet
June 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The discovery of a new wheat variety is gaining the attention of nutritionists. The strain, which lacks a certain enzyme, contains higher levels of a number of key nutrients, and could bring health benefits to consumers. “Sweet wheat” has the potential for joining that summertime delight among vegetables — sweet corn — as a tasty… [Continue Reading]
Liquid Smoke Made From Rice May Bring Health Benefits
May 12, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Liquid smoke derived from rice is packed with healthful compounds. Although the product still must be tested for safety in humans, proponents suggest that it may be a way to sneak more antioxidants and anti-inflammatories into the diet. Liquid smoke flavoring made from hickory and other wood — a mainstay flavoring and anti-bacterial agent for… [Continue Reading]
Top 14 Foods for Improved Health and Wellness
January 16, 2011 By 1 Comment
A variety of whole grains, fruits, veggies, and nuts can do your body a lot of good. Researchers have been studying the beneficial effects of food for many years: here are 14 that pack an extra healthy punch. With the start of a new year, many of us resolve to better our habits by trying… [Continue Reading]
The Health Benefits of Corn
June 10, 2008 By 2 Comments
Corn, or maize, originates from Mesoamerica and was an important aspect of their civilization. The Native Americans utilized the health benefits of corn by serving it with the ash of limestone. They had observed that people who ingesting corn in this manner were healthier. The limestone ash helps liberate the niacin in corn that is… [Continue Reading]
The Health Benefits of Quinoa
April 1, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Brief History of Quinoa Quinoa has been produced in South America since 3000 B.C., and although the Spanish conquistadors all but eliminated the existence of quinoa in an attempt to destroy the South American natives and their culture, quinoa is still an important seed crop for human consumption in the Andean region of South America…. [Continue Reading]
The Health Benefits of Oats
April 1, 2008 By 7 Comments
Brief History of Oats The ancient Romans regarded oats as a weed fit only for horses and Barbarians. Scottish settlers introduced oats to the US in the 1600′s, and today Russia is the largest producer of oats. A mere 5% of the oats grown worldwide is used for human consumption, and is most commonly used… [Continue Reading]