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Find useful advice on the benefits and dangers of deferent foods, vitamins and minerals. See which of them are good for what.

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Watermelon is One of the Healthiest Summer Fruits

01 July

Undoubtedly, one of the favorites of young and old alike is a juicy and aromatic watermelon. The significant amounts of vitamins A, B6 and C, iron and high quantity of water make watermelon a healthy part of any breastfeeding mother's diet.

Barley - More Than Just Food for Animals

24 June

Barley (Hordeum vulgare) is among the oldest cereal grains that was grown in Mesopotamia as far back as 8000 B. C. Today barley is used as animal feed but also as food for people, as well as in the brewing industry.

Couscous is Good for the Heart

18 June

Consumption of couscous protects the heart from problems - the reason is the potassium found in the product. This mineral is critical for regulating blood pressure and cardiac rhythm.

The Perfect Time for Coffee is Not Early in the Morning

12 June

Cortisol peaks are most substantially expressed between the hours of 6 and 10 in the morning and it is therefore best not to consume coffee during those hours.

Cold Water Impedes Digestion

11 June

In short - drinking ice cold water while eating can slow digestive processes. As well, a cold beverage makes the body warm it up which requires energy.

How to Prepare Healthy Fries

08 June

According to the Food Standards Agency, when we fry certain food products at high temperatures and they turn a darker color, a substance called acrylamide forms.

Foods That Become Unhealthy After Reheating

05 June

Some foods, that we normally recognize as being healthy, can do a complete 180 when it comes to their beneficial effects for the human body if they are reheated. It's important to eat some products right on the spot.

Pros and Cons of Consuming Raw Fruits

04 June

Eating fruits raw is recommended by the majority of experts because this way they retain their valuable substances. Also consider that most fruits should be eaten unpeeled since for many the precious vitamins are found in the rind itself.

Products That are the Biggest Sources of Gluten

03 June

The biggest sources of gluten are: Wheat - wheat grains contain incredibly high amounts of gluten. Bulgur - made from wheat. White flour, whole grain, graham, various types of flour, semolina and couscous.

Nine Horrible Food Mistakes

02 June

The list also includes green tea with milk, which is recommended by many food experts. It turns out that pairing milk and tea is not a good idea because the substances found in the milk reduce the effects of the healthy substances of the tea.

Walnuts Fight Colon Cancer

01 June

Another piece of good news has surfaced for those who love eating walnuts. Eating just one handful of walnuts a day can suppress the development of carcinoma in the colon. A recent study shows this.

Health Benefits of Millet

29 May

Because of its composition, millet acts as a probiotic, maintaining normal microflora in the body, providing serotonin, the level of which is important for mood in humans, it is easily digestible, regulates peristalsis.

Aromatic Rosemary and its Health Benefits

28 May

Rosemary is a wonderful spice rich in nutrients, antioxidants and essential fatty acids. All parts of the rosemary plant are a rich source of potassium, calcium, iron, manganese and copper.