Tag: Antioxidant
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10 Highly Nutritious Vegetables
Some of the most nutritious vegetables, in alphabetical order, that we can find and buy are the following: 1. Asparagus Asparagus contains B vitamins, which act as coenzymes in energy production processes in cells, and especially folic acid, which takes part in the synthesis of nucleic acid and amino acids. It also contains potassium, phosphorus,…
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Cinnamon and its Amazing Benefits
Cinnamon is one of the most popular spices and is used in both cooking and confectionery. Almost every part of the cinnamon tree (root, leaves, bark, flowers and fruits) has medicinal properties. It contains essential oils and resinous derivatives such as cinnamaldehyde and cinnamic acid. Cinnamon is known to have many benefits for our body…
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5 Gifts of Nutrients
Nutrients are substances that are essential for the growth and functioning of an organism. If they are not taken in sufficient quantities for a certain period of time, damage is caused to the body, possibly serious and permanent. Nutrients are divided into macronutrients and micronutrients. Macronutrients are called nutrients that provide energy, such as carbohydrates,…
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Quinoa
Quinoa is a food rich in nutrients. It is considered a grain like barley or wheat but is a pseudocereal as it is essentially a seed and not the fruit of the plant. There are mainly 3 different types of quinoa, black, red and white seeds. One cup (200 grams) of cooked quinoa without oil…
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Antioxidant Intake from Food or Supplements ?
Antioxidants are substances that protect our cells from the effects of free radicals, thus contributing to the prevention of diseases. Free radicals are produced by our own body, mainly during metabolism, but their excessive accumulation in the body exceeds the body’s ability to neutralize them and is believed to be the main cause of worsening…
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Vitamins and Minerals for Women of Reproductive Age
Adult women of reproductive age, that is, women from the end of puberty to menopause, in addition to the needs they have as adults, also have specific nutritional needs due to menstruation and other factors. These specific nutritional needs in vitamins and minerals are the following: Calcium and vitamin D Calcium and vitamin D are…
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10 nutritional tips for a better response to Depression
Depression is a disorder that affects our mood, thoughts and behavior. It can start with a loss of interest and pleasure and develop into a daily feeling of anxiety, sadness and/or melancholy for a long time, resulting in abstinence from our social and interpersonal relationships. Depression is not combated with a special diet and needs…
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Basil – more than antioxidant
Basil or Ocimum basilicum is an aromatic herb that is grown in many parts of the world and is used as a seasoning in our diet. There are many different varieties of basil. The best known are: 1. Sweet basil: Usually used dried and has a licorice and clove flavor. 2. Greek basil or shrub:…
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10 Foods for Healthy Skin
Clean, healthy skin is made up of healthy, elastic and vibrant skin cells. As we age, there is a slowdown in the natural process that aims to maintain a youthful appearance, such as tone, firmness and radiance. Visible signs of skin aging, especially after the age of 40, such as discoloration, fine lines, wrinkles, appear…
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10 Foods to Protect our Eyes
Our eyes are responsible for seeing the world around us and are an important part of your overall health. One of the most important factors that help with eye health is consuming natural nutritious foods such as a variety of fruits and vegetables, lean protein and healthy fats that contain the necessary elements that will…
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