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08/09/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Drinking yam bean root or guava juice can improve your heart health

In Thailand, there are a lot of fruits available. Yam bean (Pachyrhizus erosus, L.) and guava (Psidium guajava, L.) are two of the most commonly consumed fruits in Thailand. In a study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, researchers from Mahidol University in Thailand evaluated the heart health benefits of yam bean […]

08/08/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Study: How heart-healthy are guava and yam bean root juices?

Yam bean (Pachyrhizus erosus, L.) and guava (Psidium guajava, L.) are two of the most commonly consumed fruits in Thailand. Researchers from Mahidol University in Thailand evaluated the heart health benefits of yam bean root juice and guava fruit juice in their study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. The researchers focused […]

07/25/2018 / By Zoey Sky

More really is better: 10 portions of fruits and vegetables DRAMATICALLY lowers your risk of premature death

A diet full of fruits and vegetables is good for your overall health, but according to a study published in the International Journal of Epidemiology, consuming at least 10 servings of organic produce daily can help your body fight off diseases. The study, spearheaded by researchers from the Imperial College in London, suggested that eating at least […]

07/08/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Comprehensive study confirms the cardioprotective effects of blueberries and strawberries

If you’re concerned about a heart attack, there are lots of steps you might take to reduce your risk. Perhaps you’re already exercising and eating a healthy diet, but you’d like to give your efforts that extra edge. Before your doctor convinces you to start taking a long-term regimen of risky medications that may or […]

04/07/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

The fig: Cultivated longer than wheat or barley, this highly perishable fruit is good for your heart and blood sugar

The fig (Ficus carica) is one of the oldest known cultivated fruit trees, preceding the cultivation of wheat or barley. One of the most notable uses of the fig plant was in medicine, providing benefits for the heart and blood sugar. This is because figs are a good source of both soluble and insoluble fiber. […]

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