Archeologists have found nuts, and the stones to crack them open, that are 4,000 to 8,000 years old. Nuts have been an important part of human nutrition for that long. Each type of nut contains a unique nutritional profile. Here is what you need to know about amazing nuts.
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Ginger root has been used around the world as natural health remedy for thousands of years. It has been most commonly used to treat nausea and inflammation. More recently, it has been studied to identify the benefical compounds it contains along with their health benefits. The most powerful, and easiest way to consume it, is to finely slice a fresh 2"washed piece of ginger and add it to about 3 cups of hot water. The longer it steeps, the stronger the tea will be. Here are some of the many benefits of ginger.
Starch is a type of carbohydrate. The other two types of carbohydrates are sugar and fiber. Starch is a complex carbohydrate like fiber. Starches in plants serve as an energy souce. They serve as an energy source for you too. Your body breaks down starches into glucose. Plants contain different amounts of starches and in different ratios of the three types of starches. Here are some things to know about starches.
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Plants produce a bitter flavor to protect themselves against being eaten. The bitter flavors have even helped humans avoid plants that are poisonous. Your ability to taste bitterness decreases as you age. That's why children are less likely to eat bitter foods. Scientists have identified around 30 genes that are responsible for how you perceive bitterness. Some people can't taste bitterness, while others might find some plants extremely bitter. Cilantro is a great example of this. There are healthy reasons for you to consume bitter foods though. Here are some of the benefits of bittter foods.
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Ashwaganda is a powerful adaptogenic herb that has been used for thousands of years. It's most well knowm in the Auyervdic traditions. The ashwagandha plant is a small shrub that is native to Southeast Asia and India. It can be taken as a powder or extract that comes from the roots or leaves of the ashwagandha sbrub. It can help your body cope with both physical and emotional stress. It is not recommended to take it for more than three months at a time. Here are some of the many benefits of ashwagandha.
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