Oregano Posted 10 years ago under Food, Health, Nutrition

Contents [Hide]DescriptionHistoryHealth BenefitsAn Effective Anti-BacterialPotent Anti-Oxidant ActivityA Nutrient-Dense SpiceHow to Select and StoreTips for Preparing and CookingHow to EnjoyIndividual ConcernsNutritional ProfileIn-Depth Nutritional ProfileOregano can help prevent a host of illnesses, including metabolic syndrome and cancerOregano ComponentsAnti-Cancer PropertiesAntiseptic QualitiesMaking TeaAntioxidantsAntibacterial PropertiesAnti-Fungal AbilitiesOther Healing PropertiesReferencesAdditional Sources Description   Oregano is known botanically as Origanum vulgare and is   Full article…

Zeaxanthin Posted 10 years ago under Food, Health

Contents [Hide]Isomers and macular uptakeRelationship with diseases of the eyeNatural occurrenceReferences Zeaxanthin is one of the most common carotenoid alcohols found in nature. It is important in the xanthophyll cycle. Synthesized in plants and some micro-organisms, it is the pigment that gives paprika (made from bell peppers), corn, saffron, wolfberries, and many other plants and   Full article…

Pomegranate Posted 1825 years ago under Food, Health, History, Nutrition

Contents [Hide]DescriptionCultivationVarietiesCultivarsEtymology and terms for pomegranate in other languagesCultural historyCulinary useIn medicineResearchNutrients and phytochemicalsPhenolic contentIn juiceIn other parts of the fruitPotential health benefitsClinical trial rationale and activitySymbolismAncient EgyptAncient GreeceJudaismChristianityIslamArmeniaAzerbaijanIran and ancient PersiaPakistanHinduismChinaReferences The pomegranate /ˈpɒmɨɡrænɨt/, botanical name Punica granatum, is a fruit-bearing deciduous shrub or small tree growing between 5–8 meters (16–26 ft) tall. In   Full article…