Soy is very popular and available in many forms. In addition to grains, almost every store is available soy flour, miso, tofu and many other forms of processed soy. It is a great source of valuable protein, which contains eight essential amino acids, which the body can not synthesize alone. Soy is also easy to grow in a home garden or field. Fresh, personally bred and harvested soy is an even more rich source of protein and nutrients. Read more
Healthy Eating
Ordinary tomatoes help in the treatment of cancer
Proponents of a holistic approach to health have long claimed that the tomato has ingredients to prevent cancer and healing cancers. Recently, there has been scientific confirmation of this information, especially in the field of prostate cancer treatment. Tomatoes can also reduce the risk of other types of cancer: lung cancer, stomach, pancreas, breast, cervix, large intestine, mouth and throat. Read more
Health benefits of nuts
Nuts are a natural source of beneficial fatty acids. Nuts are caloric and rich in microelements. It is scientifically proven that raw and unsalted nuts are one of the best foods. Despite high calorie content and high fat content, it is worth adding nuts to your daily diet. Read more
The impact of diet on the functioning of the immune system
There is no doubt that a proper diet can significantly improve the body’s defense potential, while a harmful diet can disrupt the immune system’s response. The mechanism of action of individual dietary ingredients, vitamins and microelements is not yet thoroughly examined, however, we know which ones are needed to improve the function of the immune system. Read more
A natural source of vitamin K
A few years ago, the view was that vitamin K was involved mainly in the blood coagulation process. Currently, we know many other functions that this vitamin fulfills in the body. Vitamin K is responsible inter alia for healthy bones, prevents the mineralization of calcium and phosphorus in the blood vessels and the development of cardiovascular diseases. What are the natural sources of vitamin K? Read more
Caffeine is good for health or harmful?
Fashion for a healthy lifestyle has been going on for many years. What is healthy and what is harmful? Supporters of extreme opinions are constantly arguing. Previously, scientists claimed that eggs are bad for health, and now eggs have a lot of benefits. Do not eat butter! Eat butter! Current research seems to contradict previous studies. So what is the issue of caffeine? What is the truth about caffeine? Read more
Health properties of green barley
The symptoms of lack of sufficient vitamins and nutrients are very common. It is not surprising if we consider the quality of commonly available food. Read more
Safe microwave oven
The idea of a microwave oven was created many years ago. The first commercial construction was created in 1947 and it was possible to buy it for around 5000 dollars. It was the size of a large refrigerator and weighed about twenty times more than modern constructions. Today it is difficult to imagine a kitchen in which there is no microwave oven, and the price of this device is many times lower. What are the risks of using microwaves to heat food? Is the microwave oven safe? Read more
Why sugar harms health?
We all know the slogans that “sugar causes tooth decay”, “sugar causes obesity” and “sugar is addictive.” This is actually true, but it is only an introduction to a long list of health problems that are the result of excess sugar in the body. When consumed in large quantities, it damages the brain, liver, pancreas and can cause serious health problems! Is it true that sugar causes havoc in the body? Read more
How to help yourself in weight loss?
Researchers have confirmed that regular physical exercise, used in conjunction with the consumption of long-chain omega fatty acids from fish, improves blood circulation and metabolism. Both methods used together have a beneficial health effect, and it is also known that consumption of fish oil or its supplements supports weight loss. Preferred fatty acids are primarily EPA and DHA, which are found in fatty fish and in fish oil supplements. Read more