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Cardamom Healthy Benefits

Posted on by Betty W. McBryde

Cardamom, which comes from seed units of the plant Elettaria cardamomum, is a fragrant flavor that has a place with a similar plant family as ginger. In addition to being a common ingredient in baked goods in northern Europe and Russia, it is also widely used in Middle Eastern cuisine to enhance both sweet and savory dishes. Whole pods, seeds, or ground powder of cardamom add a distinct floral flavor and aroma to a variety of baked goods, rice, curries, and chai.

Cardamom can certainly brighten up recipes. However, in addition to its culinary uses, cardamom may also have a number of health benefits, including the ability to freshen breath and possibly eradicate cancer cells.

Continue reading to learn more about cardamom’s seven primary advantages.

1)     It is able to Kill Bacteria

“Eugenol is the substance that gives cardamom its antibacterial properties. The spiciness of the seeds is caused by

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Quinoa vs. Rice: Health Benefits

Posted on by Betty W. McBryde

There was a time rice was the only grain in town. Not anymore.

Quinoa has emerged as a healthy alternative. It has already taken rice’s place in many recipes.

But if you love rice, the news isn’t all bad. Both grains have health benefits.

You could argue that comparing quinoa with rice isn’t fair, because quinoa isn’t actually a grain. It’s the seed of the goosefoot plant and a relative of beets and spinach.

But quinoa is known as a pseudocereal because it’s cooked and eaten like a grain and has a similar nutritional profile.

The benefits of quinoa

  • It’s a complete protein.
  • It’s high in fiber.
  • It’s high in minerals.

Quinoa is nutrient-rich and has significant health benefits, including:

It’s a complete protein

For such a tiny seed, quinoa has a lot of protein: One cup cooked has 8 grams. Quinoa is one of the few plant

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12 Tamarind Benefits for Leading a Healthy, Sustainable Life

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Tamarind is a popular fruit used in various cuisines globally. It is well known for a sweet and sour taste that adds a dash of tanginess to your favorite dishes. Biting into a tamarind fruit is like bliss for people who love the sweet and sour punch. Tamarind benefits, however, may be lesser known. Although the tamarind tree is a native to Africa, it now grows in various tropical regions. Apart from having this unique taste, it has a wide range of benefits. It is packed with nutrients and has been used for its medicinal properties since ancient times. It has been used in treating health issues like constipation, sore throats, and even sunstrokes (1). In recent times, it has also become a part of skin care and hair care routines. Read on to learn about the various benefits of tamarind. 

What is Tamarind?

The tamarind tree is

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15 Full-Body Walking Benefits, According to Doctors and Trainers

Posted on by Betty W. McBryde

One of the most powerful ways to maintain a healthy weight, keep your joints strong, and live longer is also one of the simplest, no matter your age. The health benefits of walking are endless, and experts agree by adding walking to your daily routine, you can greatly improve your physical and mental health.

“Walking has always been my main source of cardio, and except for when I was pregnant, I’ve been the same weight my entire life!” says fitness expert Denise Austin.

The key is to strut for, ideally, at least 30 minutes a day, says Melina B. Jampolis, M.D., author of The Doctor on Demand Diet. And whether you decide to lace up your walking shoes and walk to work, pair up with a friend, or join a hiking club, research shows that walking can do everything from lower your blood pressure and reduce your

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12 Science-Based Benefits of Meditation

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Meditation has been shown to offer many benefits. Although it’s well known as a technique to reduce stress and anxiety, research shows that it may also help enhance your mood, promote healthy sleep patterns, and boost cognitive skills.

Meditation is the habitual process of training your mind to focus and redirect your thoughts.

The popularity of meditation is increasing as more people discover its many health benefits.

You can use it to increase awareness of yourself and your surroundings. Many people think of it as a way to reduce stress and develop concentration.

People also use the practice to develop other beneficial habits and feelings, such as a positive mood and outlook, self-discipline, healthy sleep patterns, and even increased pain tolerance.

This article reviews 12 health benefits of meditation.

Stress reduction is one of the most common reasons people try meditation.

One review concluded that meditation lives up to its

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7 Unique Health Benefits of Honey

Posted on by Betty W. McBryde

Honey is rich in nutrients and antioxidants, has antibacterial properties, and can play a role in diabetes management as part of a balanced diet.

Honey is a syrupy liquid that honeybees make from plant nectar. It is a common ingredient in many foods and is available in many forms.

The product also has several potential health benefits and plays a role in many home remedies and alternative medicine treatments.

Here are 7 unique health benefits of honey.

One tablespoon, or 20 grams (g) of honey contains (1):

  • Calories: 61
  • Fat: 0 g
  • Protein: 0 g
  • Carbs: 17 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Riboflavin: 1% of the Daily Value (DV)
  • Copper: 1% DV

Honey is essentially pure sugar, with no fat and only trace amounts of protein and fiber. It contains small amounts of some nutrients, but most people typically don’t consume enough honey for it to be a significant

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Proven health benefits of fasting

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It is fasting time in churches again. Despite its numerous spiritual benefits, not many people are used to it. Most times, the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak. However, both – the spirit and the flesh – benefit from fasting. Over the years studies have continued to find many health benefits of fasting, making it a two-for-one exercise.

The well-known spiritual benefits of fasting, which involve exchanging what we need to survive for what we need to live for God, include the following identified by religious experts:

Soul cleansing: Fasting is a great time to remember the spiritual connection we have to our physical bodies. Without the toxins we put in our bodies, we not only give our bodies a break from the digestive process, but we also allow our spirits to be detoxed.  Fasting is a faith-move, an expectation we have that God will fill us with

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Health Benefits of Dragon Fruit

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Dragon fruit is a part of the cactus family and it’s native to northern South America. Although there are several varieties of colors (yellow, red, white inside, or pink inside) there aren’t many nutritional differences among them. These dragon fruits get their name from their exterior, which is full of overlapping “fins” that resemble a dragon’s scales, and their also commonly known as pitaya.


Dragon fruit is rich in fiber and antioxidants linked to protection against cancer, diabetes, and heart disease, as well as respiratory, gastrointestinal, and urinary diseases.


Keep reading to learn more about the fruit’s benefits and simple, healthy ways to enjoy it.



Dragon fruit can enhance gut health in two key ways. The fruit is high in fiber, which supports healthy digestion and helps prevent constipation. One cup of yellow dragon fruit provides 5.58 grams (g) of fiber, 20% of the Daily Value (DV).


Dragon fruit also

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Health Benefits, Nutrients per Serving, Uses, Safety Information, and More

Posted on by Betty W. McBryde

Chia seeds (Salvia hispanica), also called Salba chia or Mexican chia, are the edible seeds of a flowering plant from the mint family. Native to Mexico and Guatemala, the seeds have a long history. They were a vital crop in ancient Aztec and Mesoamerican cultures. The seeds had medicinal applications and made up an important part of the peoples’ diets.

Today, chia grows commercially in many countries including Mexico, Guatemala, Peru, Argentina, Australia, and the United States. The seeds are widely recognized as a nutrient-dense addition to healthy diets.

Chia seeds are an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and powerful antioxidants. Some of these antioxidants include:

  • Caffeic acid
  • Chlorogenic acid
  • Kaempferol
  • Quercetin

These nutrients help provide many significant health benefits.

Reduced Free Radicals

Antioxidants found in chia seeds can help to fight free radicals in your body. Free radicals cause oxidative stress and cell damage. Eating foods rich

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Benefits Of Having Black Sesame Seeds

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Black sesame seeds are often referred to as gingili, or til. They are from a particular in their taste, mildly nutty with a tinge of bitter taste. They are quite oily as well.

Because they preserve their unique taste, texture, and scent, black sesame seeds are substituted for white sesame seeds. They make excellent gluten-free flour when finely grinded. Black sesame seed paste is frequently used in many cuisines to give foods like ice cream, macaroons, pastries, and noodles an extra taste boost.

But nowadays, you can even purchase goods that contain the complete black sesame seed! These tiny seeds have played a significant role in Asian societies for centuries because of their culinary versatility, health advantages, and use in many different sorts of meals. This is true not only of Chinese culture but of many other Asian cultures as well.

In this blog, we’ll talk about black sesame seeds,

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