Where lifestyle meets science
In March 2020 researchers from Greece published the results of their study to assess the mode of action of curcumin in psoriatic disease. The researchers stated that studies have shown … Read more
In May 2019 researchers from Canada published their review of the medical scientific literature to identify and assess specific biomarkers in 25 herbs and spices, namely anise, basil, black pepper, … Read more
In March 2020 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the postprandial effect of a blend of spices in a high-saturated-fat, high-carbohydrate meal on inflammatory … Read more
In February 2019 researchers from Mauritius, India, South Africa and Turkey published their review on the medicinal aspects of black pepper (Piper nigrum L.). India was seen to have the … Read more
In February 2019 researchers from Turkey published the results of their study to assess the effect of different fibre sources (apple pomace powder, carrot pomace powder and orange pomace powder) … Read more
In February 2020 researchers from Japan published the results of their study to assess the effect of rice wine lees on cognitive function in physically active older adults. A total … Read more
In February 2019 researchers from Turkey published their study to assess the effect of substituting rice flour and potato starch with different amounts of quinoa flour when making gluten free … Read more
In July 2019 researchers from Iran published the results of their study to assess the effect of different pre-cooking and cooking methods on the concentration of toxic (arsenic, cadmium and … Read more
In October 2019 researchers from Qatar published their review of the association between a Western diet and chronic diseases. A Western diet is characterised by a high intake of energy-dense … Read more
In May 2019 researchers from Australia published the results of their study to assess whether different cooking methods can potentially change the levels of per-and poly-fluoroalkyl substances found in seafood. … Read more
In February 2020 researchers from Germany published the results of their study to assess the level of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons found in the urine of children. The researchers stated that … Read more
In March 2019 researchers from China published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effect of dietary ginger on fasting blood sugar and HbA1c levels in individuals … Read more
In October 2019 researchers from China published the results of their study to assess whether exposure to household pollutants during pregnancy is associated with ADHD-like behaviour in children. A total … Read more
Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) seeds contain mucilage, trigonelline, 4-hydroxyisoleucine, sotolon, diosgenin, luteolin, phenolic acids, and protodioscin and is “generally recognized as safe” when used as a flavouring by the U.S. Food … Read more
Acrylamide is a chemical that naturally forms in starchy foods during cooking at high temperatures, including frying, baking, and roasting. This chemical process ‘browns’ food and affects its taste. Acrylamide … Read more
In May 2019 researchers from the USA, Canada, Brazil, Pakistan, Zimbabwe, Philippines, South Africa, India, Chile, China, Colombia, Bangladesh and Canada published the results of their study to assess the … Read more
Mizuna, also referred to as water greens, qian jing shui cai, kyona, Japanese mustard greens and spider mustard.
Rich souce of vitamin C, iron and folate. Also contains a glucosinolate … Read more
Kale, also referred to as leaf cabbage
Rich source of vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin C, folate and manganese and a moderate source of vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, … Read more
Cauliflower, referred to as cauli-fiori in Italy. The heads can be white, orange (caused by beta-carotene), green (see broccoli Romanesco), and purple (caused by anthocyanins).
Rich source of vitamin C … Read more
Cabbage, types include savoy cabbage, red, white and green cabbage
Rich source of vitamin C and vitamin K and a moderate source of vitamin B6 and folate.
Also contains sulforaphane. … Read more