Parsley is an aromatic plant consumed mainly as a condiment. Its scientific name is Petroselinum crispum or Petroselinum depending on its classification, and is native to the Eastern Mediterranean. This plant is grown in orchards, gardens, and even in cracks and walls it is capable of growing. It is green and reaches between 30 and 80 … Read more
Not all fats are bad. Include in your diet healthy fats can be very beneficial for our body. Unlike saturated fats, Monounsaturated fats help lower LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol), while increasing HDL (good cholesterol). Furthermore, fat is necessary for our diet, since it is one of the macronutrients which supports many of our body’s functions … Read more
Losing weight becomes a challenge when you are used to a sedentary lifestyle, in addition to having a poor diet based on fast food and high levels of sugar. Consequently, the body begins to store these substances in the form of fat that resides especially in the waist, abdomen, and other parts of the body, … Read more
Looking for a delicious, yet nutritious breakfast or snack? Granola is among the best options. It is easy to prepare, does not require many ingredients, can be stored, and provides you with all the nutrients and calories your body needs. Why is it so healthy? In the following article, we explain why, supported by scientific … Read more
All over the planet, women are looking for the best beauty secrets from other cultures, and what better than a classic of Asian beauty: rice water? Rice water is an ancient Asian secret not only for its skin-improving properties but also for its health properties. Asians have used the water left in the pot of … Read more
Cocoa is one of the best-known fruits worldwide due to the products that come from it. It is also considered a functional food for its contribution of nutrients to our body. Its scientific name is Theobroma cacao L., is of tropical origin and has a singular importance in the economic performance of the agricultural area. … Read more
The papaya is a tropical fruit, that has an ovoid shape, the skin is yellow-green, and inside it has abundant black, shiny, and spicy seeds. It has a very juicy reddish pulp similar to melon and with a sweet and mild flavor. Studies from the School of Agriculture at the University of Hainan Haikou, PR … Read more
Nature has provided man with a variety of foods with beneficial properties. These are not only rich in vitamins, minerals, and proteins, but they also help us stay healthy and keep our bodies functioning properly. Among this variety of foods is the carrot, a vegetable that is characterized by being orange in color, in most … Read more